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Assistant Estimator

Burhani Engineers


Job Location:

Nairobi - Kenya

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 30 October 2026 (4 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Purpose

The Assistant Estimator will manage tender pricing documentation and CRM updates while ensuring accurate cost estimation compliance with technical requirements and proper record-keeping for all tendering and quotation activities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Pricing Tenders and Quotation Requests

  • Analyze tender documents and client requirements to prepare competitive pricing proposals.
  • Develop cost estimates for materials labor and overheads based on project specifications.
  • Ensure pricing aligns with company standards and profitability targets.

2. Bid Revision

  • Review and revise bids based on updated client requirements or internal feedback.
  • Ensure all revisions are documented and communicated to relevant stakeholders promptly.

3. Price Discovery & Market Research

  • Conduct market research to identify current pricing trends for materials and services.
  • Document price data and upload it to the estimator teams platform for reference.
  • Maintain updated supplier and vendor price lists for accurate cost estimation.
  • Develop and maintain a rate master for pricing to support accurate consistent and competitive cost estimation.

4. Tender Preparation & Technical Documentation

  • Prepare complete tender submissions including technical data sheets and manufacturer authorizations.
  • Ensure compliance with client specifications and industry standards in all documentation.
  • Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers to obtain necessary certifications and approvals.

5. CRM Management

  • Update opportunity statuses in the CRM system to reflect current progress.
  • Open new opportunities in CRM and ensure accurate data entry.
  • Key in values from Excel sheets into CRM for reporting and tracking purposes.
  • Prepare and generate quotations directly within the CRM system.

6. Documentation & Record-Keeping

  • Maintain organized records of all supplier quotations BOQs and tendering documents.
  • Ensure all documentation is easily accessible for audits and future reference.
  • Track and archive historical pricing data for trend analysis and cost optimization.

7. Any Other Related Duties Assigned

  • Perform additional tasks as directed by management to support tendering estimation and commercial operations.

Qualifications :

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in tendering estimation or commercial operations within engineering/construction.
  • Proficiency in MS Excel and CRM platforms.

Key Skills & Competencies

  • Strong analytical and numerical skills for cost estimation.
  • Proficiency in tender documentation and technical compliance.
  • Familiarity with CRM systems and data management.
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in pricing and documentation.

Additional Information :

Application Deadline:
This position will remain open for applications until 4th November 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


About Company

Burhani Engineers is one of the best engineering companies in Nairobi, Kenya. We are committed to excellence and have been a cornerstone of innovation and reliability in the engineering industry for many years.Our team of highly skilled and experienced professionals is dedicated to de ... View more

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