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We are an ISO certified Consulting Engineers located in Mumbai and catering to major MNC and EPC in Oil & Gas, Refineries, Chemical, Petrochemical and Heavy Industries by providing Design and Engineering Services in India and Overseas.

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Company Name -

Head – Cost Estimation

Company: *Infracon Ltd.

Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Industry: Oil & Gas, EPC, Piping, Fabrication & Mechanical Construction

Department: Tendering & Estimation

Reporting To: Director / Business Head

Education: B.E./B.Tech – Mechanical Engineering

Experience: 12–15 Years

Compensation: As per Industry Standards

About the Role

*Infracon Ltd. is seeking an experienced and result-oriented Head – Cost Estimation to lead the Estimation & Tendering function for EPC, Oil & Gas, Mechanical Construction,

Piping, Fabrication, Shutdown, and Maintenance Projects. The incumbent will be responsible for developing accurate project cost estimates, driving competitive bid strategies, ensuring commercial viability of projects, and supporting business growth through successful tender participation.

The role demands strong technical, commercial, and leadership capabilities with a proven track record in managing high-value industrial project estimations and tender submissions.

Key Result Areas (KRAs)

1. Estimation & Cost Engineering

 Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates for EPC, Piping Fabrication, Piping

Erection, Structure Fabrication, Structure Erection, Equipment Erection, Electrical,

Instrumentation, Civil, Insulation, Painting, mechanical construction, and maintenance (ARC) projects.

 Review tender documents, technical specifications, drawings, BOQs, and client requirements to establish accurate project costing.

 Develop comprehensive estimates covering materials, manpower, equipment,

subcontracting, logistics, overheads, and contingencies.

 Ensure accuracy and completeness of quantity take-offs from engineering drawings and project documents.

2. Tendering & Proposal Management

 Manage end-to-end tendering activities from bid evaluation to final submission.

 Develop competitive pricing strategies while maintaining targeted profit margins.

 Coordinate with internal stakeholders to prepare techno-commercial proposals.





 Ensure timely submission of bids in compliance with client and organizational requirements.

3. Commercial Evaluation & Risk Assessment

 Conduct commercial and technical evaluations of project opportunities.

 Identify project risks, assumptions, exclusions, and mitigation measures during the bidding stage.

 Analyze contract conditions and commercial terms to assess project feasibility and profitability.

 Recommend pricing decisions based on market intelligence and business objectives.

4. Vendor & Subcontractor Management

 Obtain and evaluate quotations from vendors and subcontractors.

 Prepare comparative statements and recommend optimum sourcing strategies.

 Develop and maintain a reliable vendor and subcontractor database.

5. Cost Optimization & Value Engineering

 Identify opportunities for cost reduction and value engineering without compromising project quality and safety.

 Establish estimation benchmarks, productivity norms, and cost databases for continuous improvement.

 Support management in strategic cost planning and budget forecasting.

 Evaluate potential risks and incorporate necessary financial contingencies into the final cost.

6. Team Leadership & Process Improvement

 Lead, mentor, and develop the estimation and proposal team.

 Establish standard operating procedures and estimation methodologies.

 Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance estimation accuracy and efficiency.

 Ensure knowledge management and retention of historical project cost data.

Key Responsibilities

 Review RFQs, tender documents, drawings, and specifications.

 Prepare detailed project estimates and bid cost sheets.

 Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Planning, and Finance teams for bid inputs.

 Participate in pre-bid meetings, technical clarifications, and client discussions.

 Support contract negotiations and bid finalization activities.

 Monitor market trends, material prices, labor rates, and industry benchmarks.

 Maintain estimation tools, databases, and productivity records.





 Present bid summaries and commercial recommendations to senior management.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

 Estimation accuracy against actual project costs.

 Bid submission success rate.

 Tender turnaround time.

 Gross margin achievement on awarded projects.

 Number and value of successful project awards.

 Cost-saving initiatives implemented.

 Compliance with tender deadlines and quality standards.

 Team productivity and capability development.

Required Competencies

Technical Competencies

 EPC Project Cost Estimation

 Tendering & Proposal Management

 Mechanical Construction & Fabrication

 Piping Systems & Industrial Projects

 Quantity Take-Off & BOQ Preparation

 Cost Engineering & Budgeting

 Contract Review & Commercial Analysis

 Value Engineering & Cost Optimization

Behavioral Competencies

 Strategic Thinking

 Leadership & Team Management

 Negotiation Skills

 Analytical & Problem-Solving Ability

 Decision-Making Capability

 Stakeholder Management

 Effective Communication & Presentation Skills

Candidate Profile

 B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized institution.

 12–15 years of relevant experience in Cost Estimation, Tendering, Proposal

Engineering, or Commercial functions within EPC, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Refinery,

Power, or Industrial Construction sectors.

 Minimum 5 years of experience in a leadership role managing estimation teams.

 Robust understanding of project execution methodologies, cost structures, and industrial construction practices.

 Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP systems, estimation software, and commercial evaluation tools.

 Demonstrated experience in handling large-value EPC and industrial project tenders.

Kindly share updated CV and details below:

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Reason for Change

Regards,

Chetna Naik

HUMAN RESOURCE RECRUITMENT EXECUTIVE.

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Pay: ₹15,593.98 - ₹60,079.46 per month

Benefits

- Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

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