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Lead - Estimation

Job Description - Lead - Estimation

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities 1. Estimation & Cost Planning

  • Prepare detailed cost estimates for Data Centre construction projects with focus on MEP packages.

  • Review drawings, technical specifications, BOQs, tender documents, and design inputs for estimation.

  • Develop item-wise and package-wise estimates for Electrical / Mechanical / HVAC / Fire Fighting / Plumbing / ELV / BMS systems.

  • Conduct quantity take-offs from drawings and validate quantities for tendering and budgeting.

  • Prepare concept estimates, detailed estimates, and pre-bid cost plans based on project stage.

  • Analyze scope gaps, exclusions, assumptions, and risks in the tender/estimation phase.

2. Tendering & Bid Support

  • Support preparation of techno-commercial proposals for new projects.

  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders for RFQ floating, vendor queries, cost inputs, and bid clarifications.

  • Compare vendor/subcontractor quotations and prepare comparative statements.

  • Assist in finalization of cost benchmarks, pricing strategy, and bid submissions.

  • Identify commercial risks and provide inputs during tender review meetings.

3. Technical Review

  • Review design inputs related to Electrical systems (HT/LT, DG, UPS, transformers, bus ducts, cable trays, lighting, earthing) and Mechanical systems (HVAC, chillers, CRAH/CRAC, piping, ventilation, firefighting, plumbing).

  • Assess project requirements in line with Data Centre standards, redundancy philosophy, uptime expectations, and constructability.

  • Work closely with design/engineering teams to ensure estimation aligns with project specifications and execution realities.

4. Vendor & Market Coordination

  • Liaise with OEMs, vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers for budgetary quotes and technical-commercial inputs.

  • Maintain updated database of rates, cost benchmarks, approved vendors, and historical project costs.

  • Track market trends in key materials/equipment such as UPS, DG, transformers, switchgear, chillers, pipes, ducts, fire systems, ELV and BMS components.

5. Value Engineering & Cost Optimization

  • Identify opportunities for cost optimization and value engineering without compromising project quality, reliability, or compliance.

  • Suggest alternate materials, systems, and execution methodologies where feasible.

  • Support leadership in preparation of budget vs estimate analysis and savings opportunities.

6. Cross-Functional Coordination

  • Coordinate with Projects, Design, Procurement, Contracts, Finance, and Commercial teams during estimation and bid stages.

  • Provide estimation support for change orders, variation claims, and budget revisions.

  • Participate in internal reviews for project feasibility and capex planning.


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Technical Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of MEP systems estimation and construction methodologies.

  • Ability to interpret single-line diagrams, MEP drawings, layouts, BOQs, and specifications.

  • Good understanding of Data Centre infrastructure such as:

    • HT/LT power distribution

    • DG / UPS / PDUs

    • Chiller / cooling systems / precision air conditioning

    • Fire detection & suppression

    • ELV / BMS / monitoring systems


  • Proficiency in:

    • MS Excel (advanced)

    • AutoCAD

    • Revit / Navisworks (preferred)

    • Primavera / MS Project (preferred)


  • Good commercial acumen and cost analysis capability.

Behavioral Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capability

  • High attention to detail and accuracy

  • Commercially oriented with strong negotiation support skills

  • Good stakeholder coordination and communication ability

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced project/tendering environment

  • Strong ownership and deadline orientation

Key Deliverables

  • Accurate and timely submission of MEP estimates

  • Preparation of detailed BOQ validations and quantity take-offs

  • Competitive and technically compliant tender costing

  • Vendor comparison sheets and cost benchmarking

  • Value engineering and savings recommendations

  • Budget support for project planning and approvals

Preferred Industry Background

  • Data Centre Construction

  • Mission Critical Infrastructure

  • EPC / MEP Contracting

  • Industrial / Commercial / High-rise / Airport / Pharma / Semiconductor projects

 



Qualifications
Educational Qualification

  • B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering is mandatory.

  • Additional qualifications/certifications in Estimation, MEP, Cost Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Primavera/MS Project, AutoCAD/Revit will be preferred.

Experience

  • 10–15+ years of relevant experience in Estimation / Tendering / Cost Planning for MEP works.

  • Must have strong exposure to Data Centre / Mission Critical / Industrial / Large Commercial / Infrastructure projects.

  • Hands-on experience in estimation of major MEP packages such as:

    • Electrical systems

    • HVAC systems

    • Fire Protection & Fire Alarm

    • Plumbing & Drainage

    • ELV / BMS / IBMS systems


  • Experience in Data Centre projects will be highly preferred.

  • Exposure to EPC / Design & Build / General Contracting environments preferred.



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