Lead - Proposals & Estimation [05 / 10 / 2025]

Essar Projects is part of the infrastructure portfolio of Essar Global Fund Limited (EGFL). It offers unique collaborative end-to-end project development and delivery models for major projects. Essar Projects has over five decades experience of executing mega scale projects in varied industry segments, like Energy, Minerals & Metals, Offshore and Infrastructure. Its footprint spreads across India, Middle East, Europe, Americas and the challenging geographies of Africa and Australasia.

Essar Constructions India Limited (ECIL) is the Indian arm of Essar Projects, which focusses on India and the Sub-continent. It also has a multidisciplinary skilled and experienced Engineering & PMC division which provides a comprehensive array of value added technical engineering services, in a structured manner, across diverse sectors. It is fully geared to service global clients by providing end-to-end engineering solutions from feasibility studies and scope documents to design conceptualization, FEED, detailed design, PMC, field engineering, commissioning and start up assistance and also debottlenecking for efficient plant operations.

We are looking for qualified and experienced professional in Tendering & Estimation function at Essar Constructions India Ltd, Mumbai

Job Purpose :

To lead the estimation process for large-scale tenders and projects by preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates, evaluating technical and commercial risks, coordinating with internal departments and vendors, and supporting the bidding strategy to win projects profitably.

Major Responsibilities :

1. Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates and BOQ’s for civil, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation works based on drawing, specifications and project scope

2. Analyse tender documents including drawing, specifications and contractual conditions

3. Identify, quantify price risks, uncertainties and contingencies in proposal

4. Collaborate with engineering, procurement, planning and construction team for accurate inputs on quantities, pricing, schedule and resources

5. Liaise with vendors and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations and evaluate offers

6. Prepare cost comparison sheets and pricing summaries for management reviews

7. Ensure timely submission of tenders with all technical and commercial requirements met

8. Support value engineering and alternative proposal development to enhance competitiveness

9. Maintain and update cost databases, benchmarks and market price trends

10. Provide post-tender clarifications, support negotiations and handover to project execution teams

Functional Skills :

1. Experience in Oil & Gas, Steel, Power, Infrastructure sectors

2. Strong knowledge of estimation softwares (e,g Candy, Primavera)

3. Understanding of technical drawings, contracts, pricing mechanism and project execution

Behavioural Skills : 1. Leadership Skills

2. Customer Focus

3. Negotiation Skills

4. Commercial Acumen

5. Interpersonal Skills

6. Skills to liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders

Qualification :

B.E. / B.Tech. – Mechanical

Post-graduation in Construction Management or Cost Engineering will be an added advantage

Experience :

15-20 years of experience in project estimation / tendering with 3-5 years in a senior or lead role