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- Competencies

- Meticulous measurement and documentation discipline.
- Advanced Excel
- AutoCAD/Revit take-off tools
- CostX, Candy, or equivalent.
- Fast and accurate under tender deadlines.
- Clear written communication of assumptions and exclusions.
- Detail Orientation, problem-solving

Work Experience

Technical Skills Quantity take-off, BOQ preparation, rate analysis, AutoCAD, Revit, and estimation software.

Key Interfaces

- Internal: CSA Estimation Manager, proposal team, design office (CSA), SCM.
- External: CSA subcontractors and material suppliers during inquiry cycles.

Special Conditions High workload during bid periods.

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