Job Requirements

1- Cost Estimator – CSA | Delhi / Mumbai, India

Function / Department

Estimation

Grade / Level

L3

Reports To

CSA Estimation Manager

Location / Base

Delhi / Mumbai, India

Employment Type

Permanent

Mobilization Window

Travel

Frequent regional travel — occasional site visits

1- Purpose Of The Role (Job Summary)

Prepare accurate quantity take-offs and priced BOQs for civil, structural, and architectural scopes on data center bids.

2- Key Responsibilities And Accountabilities

Take off quantities from tender drawings, BIM models, and specifications: earthworks, concrete, steel, masonry, finishes, waterproofing, and external works.
Prepare BOQs in client or internal formats with a explicit measurement basis and assumptions log.
Build unit-rate analyses covering materials, labor productivity, plant, subcontractor rates, and overheads.
Float inquiries to subcontractors and suppliers; prepare comparative statements and normalize quotes.
Price DC-specific items: equipment plinths and foundations, raised floors, precast elements, security walls,



and fire-rated construction.
Flag scope gaps, drawing conflicts, and specification ambiguities for clarification.
Support value-engineering studies with quantity and cost deltas.
Maintain the take-off archive and update the cost database with awarded rates.

3- Key Performance Indicators

Quantity variance vs award or re-measure within ±3%.
BOQs and comparative statements delivered on time per bid plan.
At least 3 quotes per major package.
No unlogged assumptions in submitted estimates.

4- Qualifications & Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering (mandatory).
Working knowledge of IS measurement standards; CPWD/DSR familiarity and CDCP are an advantage.

5- Experience

7–10 years in civil estimation or quantity surveying on industrial, commercial, or EPC projects.
Data center or other mission-critical exposure preferred.
Hands-on BIM and CAD-based take-off experience.

6- Competen

📌 Cost Estimator — CSA (Noida)
🏢 Jakson Group
📍 Noida