- Checking the specifications, drawings and other related documents in order to take off the quantities required for pricing.- Identifies and prepares detailed cost estimate for labor, material and time requirements by studying proposals, drawings, specifications and other related documents.- Prepare tender submissions with competitive pricing while maintaining profitability.- Communicates with the Foremen to have accurate estimate on the maximum productivity of the workers in order to minimize the labor expenses on pricing.- Uses own BOQ should there be no BOQ provided by the Client.- Presents prepared estimate by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information by presenting beside each item the description and drawings to the Managing Director and asks for final price approval from the Managing Director.- Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain the best rates for materials and services.- Evaluate project risks and ensure contingencies are included in estimates.- Propose cost-saving solutions without compromising quality or design intent.- Optimize resource allocation to ensure cost efficiency.- Measure quantities for all fit-out elements, including partitions, flooring, ceilings, joinery, and MEP works.- Uses a standard ratio for Toilet, Big Rooms and Small Rooms.- Resolves discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.- Prepares material comparison sheet along with the highlighted drawings and specifications and presents to the Managing Director.- Maintains cost database by entering, updating and backing up data.- Coordinates with Marketing Manager if there are lacking documents needed so the latter can request the same to the Client.- Coordinates with the Marketing Manager for job assignments and submits the daily monitoring report.- Coordinates with Accounts Department to clear confusions in segregating the direct and overhead expenses.- Coordinates and asks approval from the Managing Director on which systems to use on specific projects.- Provide assistance in verifying claims, payments, variations, and contractual issues for the projects.- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.- Performs other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.