Job Role: Assistant General Manager – Estimation & Quantity Survey
Reporting To: General Manager – Estimation & Quantity Survey / AVP– Projects
Role Overview:
The AGM – Estimation & Quantity Survey will be responsible for leading and managing the project estimation function, ensuring accurate cost forecasting, budgeting, and rate analysis for various construction projects. The role demands a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of construction processes, standard consumption constants, and budgeting controls to support competitive and profitable project execution.
Key Responsibilities:
Estimation and Rate Analysis:
- Lead and review project cost estimates based on preliminary designs and drawings.
- Oversee detailed rate analysis for construction activities and materials.
- Ensure accurate estimation of labor, material, equipment, and overhead costs.
- Compare vendor/supplier costs for optimal budgeting.
- Coordinate with estimation, purchase, and contracts teams for competitive pricing.
Knowledge of Standard Material Consumption Constants:
- Apply and maintain consumption constants for activities like RMC, BBM, Tiling, etc.
- Maintain a database for standardized estimation practices.
- Regularly update constants based on industry data and project conditions.
Budgeting and Financial Control:
- Develop, review, and manage project budgets.
- Monitor budget performance and recommend cost-saving measures.
- Conduct variance analysis and prepare financial reports.
Cost Control and Risk Management:
- Implement cost control systems to manage and track project expenditures.
- Identify and mitigate cost risks and control budget deviations.
- Provide timely cost forecasts for senior management.
Quantity Surveying:
- Conduct quantity take-offs and coordinate on-site quantity verification.
- Review contractor bills for accuracy based on work completed.
- Prepare interim payments and final accounts.
Material Reconciliation:
- Track material usage and reconcile against purchase and estimates.
- Identify and report material discrepancies.
- Collaborate with site and procurement teams for effective material control.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Maintain records of estimates, rate analyses, and budget reports.
- Prepare and share detailed project cost reports and monthly reconciliation.
Compliance & Quality Assurance:
- Ensure adherence to organizational standards and project specifications.
- Support tender preparation with accurate cost data.
Team Leadership and Collaboration:
- Mentor and lead a team of estimators and quantity surveyors.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure aligned execution.
- Drive process improvements in estimation practices.
Key Competencies & Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of construction estimation and budgeting
- Proficiency in rate analysis and quantity surveying
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Leadership and team mentoring skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, High-Rise)
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Stakeholder coordination and reporting
Qualifications & Experience:
Education: Diploma/ Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
Experience: Minimum 15 years in Premium Residential
ERP: Minimum 8 years of experience
Summary:
The Assistant General Manager – Estimation & Quantity Survey plays a critical role in overseeing the estimation function across projects, ensuring cost competitiveness, financial control, and efficient material usage. The role requires deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and strong leadership capabilities to support project planning, tendering, and execution within budget and timeline constraints.
