Projects - Civil Tendering & Estimation

Role: Civil Tendering & Estimation

(Electrical Substation Projects – India)

 

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Job Purpose

Responsible for civil quantity take-off, cost estimation, BOQ preparation, and tendering activities  for electrical substation projects , ensuring accurate pricing, competitive bids, and compliance with technical specifications.

 

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Key Responsibilities:

1. Tendering & Estimation

·   Study and analyze tender documents, drawings, technical specifications, and scope of work  for electrical substation civil works.

·   Prepare detailed cost estimates  for civil works including foundations, control rooms, cable trenches, roads, drainage, fencing, and allied works.

·   Perform quantity take-off  from GFC / tender drawings.

·   Prepare BOQs, rate analysis, cost break-ups, and price schedules .

·   Coordinate with electrical, procurement, and planning teams for inputs and clarifications.

·   Float enquiries and evaluate vendor/subcontractor quotations .

·   Assist in bid submission , technical clarifications, and post-bid negotiations.

2. Cost Control & Planning

·   Develop cost comparison statements (CCS)  and recommend optimum options.

·   Maintain cost databases, standard rates, and productivity norms .

·   Identify cost optimization opportunities  without compromising quality and safety.

3. Coordination & Documentation

·   Liaise with consultants, clients, and internal departments for clarifications.

·   Ensure compliance with IS codes, CPWD/State PWD norms, and project specifications .

·   Prepare tender-related documentation, reports, and presentations.

 

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Scope of Civil Works (Substation)

·   Equipment foundations (transformers, reactors, gantries, structures)

·   Control room / relay room buildings

·   Cable trenches, ducts, and RCC covers

·   Roads, pavements, storm water drainage

·   Boundary walls, fencing, gates

·   Fire protection pits, oil soak pits

·   Earthwork, PCC, RCC, masonry, finishing works

 

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Qualifications

·   B.E./B.Tech or Diploma in Civil Engineering

 

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Experience

·   3–15 years  of experience in civil estimation & tendering

·   Mandatory exposure to Electrical Substation / Power / EPC projects

 

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Key Skills & Competencies

·   Strong knowledge of civil construction methods & estimation techniques

·   Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Excel , and estimation tools

·   Understanding of substation layouts and equipment foundations

·   Good analytical, negotiation, and documentation skills

·   Ability to work under tight tender deadlines