Job Title: Tendering & Estimation Engineer ((ELV, BMS, Fire, IBMS, MEP)

Location: Mumbai

Experience: 4–8 years of relevant experience in estimation and costing (Pvt./Govt.)

Job Summary:

The Tendering & Estimation Engineer with a strong technical and commercial acumen in system integration,fire safety systems, ELV systems (CCTV, access control, PA), automation, BMS, electrical and MEP projects.This role involves analyzing project drawings, BOQs, technical specifications, and client requirements to prepare accurate and competitive techno-commercial proposals for both government and private sector projects. The Tendering & Estimation Engineer works closely with the design, procurement, and project teams to ensure reliable cost forecasting and value engineering.

Education: Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronic Engineering or a related field

Key Responsibilities:

1. Estimation and Costing:

• Study technical drawings, BOQs, RFPs/RFQs, and specifications to understand project scope and requirements

• Prepare detailed cost sheets, rate analysis, and BOQs for:

• Fire alarm and fire fighting systems

• CCTV, access control, and communication systems

• Building automation and control (BMS/IBMS)

• Electrical and MEP systems

• Break down material, labor, and service costs, subcontractors and compile complete costing sheets

• Factor in logistics, overheads, statutory charges, and applicable taxes in pricing

2. Tender/ Bid/ Proposal Preparation:

• Prepare and submit technical and commercial proposals for tenders and RFQs (govt. & private)

• Ensure all submissions are as per tender compliance, including pre-qualification documents, formats, vendor registrations, and annexures

• Prepare deviation/justification documents where necessary

• Work with BD, design, and project teams to compile complete bid packages and

align tender strategy ensuring timely submission

3. Vendor and Material Coordination:

• Liaise with OEMs and suppliers to get competitive pricing and technical offers

• Evaluate multiple vendor options for cost, availability, compliance, and delivery

• Maintain a cost database of materials, services, and subcontractor rates

• Identify opportunities for value engineering

4. Technical/Commercial Evaluation:

• Analyze client requirements or consultant discussions and suggest optimized or value-engineered solutions

• Conduct pre-bid technical reviews with internal stakeholders (design, procurement, execution) for accurate inputs

• Analyze client feedback, update costing assumptions, and optimize margins accordingly

5. Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain estimation records for all projects including cost breakdowns, assumptions, and supplier rates

• Prepare project cost comparisons and revise estimates based on updated information

• Generate periodic estimation reports and bid-win analysis

Skills & Competencies:

Technical Skills

Soft Skills & Business Acumen

Deep understanding of ELV, CCTV,Fire Fighting, alarm MEP & BMS systems

Strong communication & client coordination

Excellent reading of drawings, specifications, BOQs

Excellent coordination & Time Mgmt

Knowledge of IS/NBC/NFPA/IEC standards

Strong Analytical & value engineering mindset

Proficient in Excel, AutoCAD, PDF editing tools, Estimation tools

Attention to detail & proposal accuracy

Exposure to Govt. tender platforms (CPWD, GEM)

Commercial sensibility & risk management

Preferred Background:

• Candidates from System Integration, MEP Contracting, or Automation firms with experience in working on Smart Cities, Airports, Hospitals, Data Centers, High-rise buildings, etc.

• Experience in dealing with clients like PWD, CPWD, NBCC, PSUs, and private developers/consultants