Project Engineer

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Job Purpose:

To take ownership of project estimation, planning, and billing activities, ensuring cost-effective execution, timely project tracking, and accurate invoicing in line with project goals. The Project Engineer will act as a key link between the site execution team and the commercial team to monitor and control budgets and timelines effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Estimation & Tendering:

• Study and analyze tender documents, project drawings, specifications, and BOQs.
  
• Prepare quantity take-offs and cost estimates based on scope and market rates.
  
• Prepare rate analysis for labor, material, and machinery.
  
• Float inquiries to vendors and subcontractors; evaluate quotations.
  
• Support the tendering team in preparing technical and commercial bids.
  
• Value engineering and cost optimization during the estimation stage.
  

2. Planning & Scheduling:

• Develop detailed project schedules
  
• Create resource planning, procurement schedules, and cash flow projections.
  
• Coordinate with procurement and execution teams to align resource availability with project timelines.
  
• Track progress and update project schedules, flagging any deviations and delays.
  
• Conduct project review meetings and provide forecasting insights.
  

3. Billing & Documentation:

• Prepare RA (Running Account) bills and final bills in line with executed work at site.
  
• Verify and reconcile quantities with client-approved drawings and site measurements.
  
• Prepare and maintain measurement books (MB) and billing records.
  
• Coordinate with the clients billing engineer for bill certification and timely approvals.
  
• Handle subcontractor billing by verifying measurement sheets and work orders.
  
• Ensure documentation compliance with contracts, including variation claims and change orders.

Core Competencies:

• Strong analytical and numerical ability
  
• Excellent knowledge of construction methods, BOQ, and rate analysis
  
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
  
• Effective communication and coordination with clients, consultants, and internal teams
  
• Sound knowledge of contract clauses and billing procedures