Interior Contracting Quantity Estimator
Deluxe Furnishing
Published Date: • Karachi, Pakistan (On-Site)
Description
Deluxe Furnishing, a leading interior contracting firm specializing in joineries, ceilings, wall paneling, cladding works, paint works, marble works, carpentry, and detailed architectural interior projects in Pakistan, is seeking an experienced Interior Contracting Quantity Estimator. This role involves preparing accurate quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and bills of quantities specifically for interior contracting projects. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in tender submissions, rate analysis, bill submissions, and variation orders, with a deep familiarity with interior finishes and materials. This position requires a professional with at least eight years of experience in quantity estimation within the interior contracting domain, with no construction field background required and no team management responsibilities. The Quantity Estimator plays a pivotal role in ensuring project budgets align with client expectations while maintaining quality and scope fidelity. They collaborate with vendors and subcontractors to analyze quotes carefully and use advanced construction estimating software and tools such as AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel to produce precise cost evaluations and tender documents. Adept knowledge of interior contracting specifics, including joinery and cladding works, empowers the candidate to contribute effectively to project planning and procurement cycles, ensuring all estimations reflect market standards and client requirements.
Responsibilities
- Review and analyze construction drawings, specifications, and project documents related to interior contracting tasks including joineries, ceilings, wall paneling, cladding, painting, marble, and carpentry works.
- Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and bills of quantities tailored to interior finishes and materials, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Develop comprehensive cost estimates and budgets for interior contracting projects, incorporating scope specifics and material requirements.
- Manage tender preparation by compiling all required documentation, ensuring compliance with client requirements and timely submissions.
- Analyze vendor and subcontractor quotes meticulously to assess validity, competitiveness, and alignment with project budgets.
- Conduct rate analysis focused on interior contracting tasks using Microsoft Excel and construction estimating software to support cost estimation and budgeting.
- Assist in the preparation and review of variation orders and change management relating to scope modifications during project execution.
- Collaborate with project teams and clients to clarify scope details, ensuring all quantity and costing concerns are addressed before contract finalization.
- Use AutoCAD skills to interpret architectural and interior drawings to accurately quantify materials and labor needs.
- Maintain and update cost databases and estimation records systematically for future project referencing and benchmarking.
- Ensure all quantity estimation activities adhere strictly to Deluxe Furnishing’s standards and industry best practices within the interior contracting sphere.
- Support audit and review processes of bids and tender submissions to identify risks and cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
- Communicate clearly with project stakeholders to support accurate financial reporting and project forecasting.
- Stay updated on market trends and pricing fluctuations related to interior materials and contracting labor costs.
Experience
8 Years
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Required Skills
- Quantity Takeoff
- Material Quantity Calculation
- Project Budgeting
- Variation Order Management
- Tender Submission
- Rate Analysis and Cost Estimation (Excel)
- Scope And Change Order Management
- Microsoft Excel
- Construction Estimating Software
- Vendor And Subcontractor Quote Analysis
- Bid and Tender Preparation
- Cost estimating and budgeting
- Interior Materials And Finishes Knowledge
- Bill of Quantities Preparation
- Construction Drawing And Specification Review
Nice to Have Skills
- AutoCAD
- Interior Contract Documentation
- Cost control procedures