Project Estimator – Hospitality & Commercial Kitchens

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Project Estimator to join a leading legacy player in hospitality outfitting, commercial kitchens, bars, and large‑scale project execution across the Middle East and Africa. The role involves preparing accurate, profitable estimates for international hospitality projects and working closely with leadership, engineering, and procurement teams.

Key responsibilities

• Review and analyse tender documents, BOQs, technical specifications and project requirements.
• Read and interpret architectural, MEP, shop and technical drawings.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and quotations for international hospitality projects.
• Coordinate with suppliers, procurement teams, fabricators, engineering and other stakeholders.
• Conduct quantity take‑offs and pricing analysis.
• Participate in value‑engineering and cost‑optimisation exercises.
• Identify alternative materials, suppliers and smarter commercial solutions.
• Support sales and leadership during proposal and bid stages.
• Ensure pricing aligns with project profitability and operational realities.
• Assist in handover from estimation to execution teams.

Required profile

• Commercially sharp with a strong attention to detail.
• Structured, analytical and calm under pressure.
• Solution‑oriented and technically confident.
• Ability to understand the broader commercial picture of projects.

Required skills

• Cost estimation
• Quantity take‑offs
• BOQ analysis
• Technical drawing interpretation
• Project costing
• Value engineering