Engineer - Commercial - Estimation & Costing

Acme Interiors Private Limited

Department

Commercial

Sub-Department

Estimation & Costing

Location

Bangalore/ Gurugram -Delhi

Reports To

Senior Engineer - Estimation & Costing / Manager - Estimation & Costing

About Acme Interiors

Acme Interiors is a leading Design and Build and General Contracting company in the interior fit-out industry, with a track record of more than 30 years. The company delivers corporate, hospitality, and healthcare projects pan India, with a major presence in Bengaluru, Delhi NCR, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune, and Mumbai. Acme Interiors is driven by a mission to revolutionise the interior design industry through innovation, technology, and sustainability, while consistently adding value to its clients, employees, and partners. The company is built on craft, precision, rigour, and integrity in everything it delivers.

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Engineer - Estimation & Costing to prepare accurate cost estimates and BOQs that support our project proposals, tenders, and budgets. This role plays a key part in ensuring our commercial bids are competitive and our project costing is accurate, working closely with Design, Planning, Procurement, and Business Development teams.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Estimation & BOQ Preparation

- Prepare detailed cost estimates for interior fit-out projects based on drawings, specifications, and BOQ documents
- Assist in identification, preparation, and analysis of rates for Non-BOQ items
- Prepare quantity take-offs from architectural/interior drawings for accurate estimation
- Support estimation of rates as per BOQ specifications, coordinating with the Planning (PFC) team

Rate Analysis & Benchmarking

- Conduct rate analysis for materials, labour, and specialized work items




- Benchmark rates against historical project data and current market rates
- Maintain and update a rate database/library for common fit-out items
- Support cost comparison and value engineering exercises

Vendor & Subcontractor Costing Support

- Collect and evaluate vendor/subcontractor quotations for cost comparison
- Support techno-commercial evaluation of vendor proposals
- Coordinate with the procurement team to validate material and labour costs
- Assist in preparing comparative cost statements for management review

Proposal & Tender Support

- Support the Business Development team with costing inputs for proposals and RFP submissions
- Prepare cost summaries and budgetary estimates for pre-sales and feasibility studies
- Assist in preparing techno-commercial proposals with accurate cost breakdowns
- Support tender documentation with costing schedules and bills of quantities

Documentation & Reporting

- Maintain accurate records of all cost estimates, rate analyses, and BOQ documents
- Prepare cost estimation reports and variance analysis against approved budgets
- Support audit trails for costing documentation and approvals
- Coordinate with the accounts and planning teams for budget reconciliation

Cross-Functional Coordination

- Coordinate with the Design team to understand project scope and specifications for costing
- Work closely with the Planning team (PFC) for rate estimation and project costing alignment
- Liaise with Project Managers for site-specific cost inputs and variations




- Support commercial discussions with inputs on cost implications

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field
- 2-4 years of experience in cost estimation, quantity surveying, or a related role, preferably in interior fit-out or construction
- Experience preparing BOQs and cost estimates for construction/interior projects

Technical Skills

- Proficiency in MS Excel for cost analysis and estimation
- Familiarity with estimation/costing software or ERP-based costing tools
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD for reading drawings and quantity take-offs
- Understanding of BOQ, rate analysis, and construction cost components

Core Competencies

- Strong analytical and numerical skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy in cost calculations
- Good understanding of construction materials and processes
- Ability to work under deadlines, especially for tender submissions

Soft Skills

- Good communication and coordination skills across departments
- Proactive approach to problem-solving
- Ability to manage multiple estimation tasks simultaneously
- Collaborative mindset with cross-functional teams

What We Offer

- Competitive salary package
- Chance to work on prestigious corporate and hospitality projects
- Professional development in cost estimation and quantity surveying
- Collaborative work environment with experienced professionals
- Career advancement opportunities within the organization

Acme Interiors is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and Contact : Saritha +91-XXXXXXXXXX

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹70,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
- Work from home

Work Location: In person

📌 Estimation Engineer (Bengaluru)
🏢 ACME Interiors
📍 Bengaluru