SAJIDA FOUNDATION
Estimator — Construction Cost Specialist for Reputed NGO (SAJIDA FOUNDATION)
Dhaka
Deadline: 2025-10-18
1 Positions
Job Overview
Company: SAJIDA FOUNDATION
Location: Dhaka
Type: FullTime
Salary: Negotiable
Posted: 2025-10-09
Experience: 3 Years
Education Requirements
Diploma in Civil; Bachelor in Engineering (BEng) in Civil Engineering; B.Sc Engineer (Civil)
Job Responsibilities
- Prepare and estimate budget costs (BOQ, MOQ and rate analysis) for construction by studying plans and specifications.
- Evaluate offers to purchase by site requirements, additions, and costing changes.
- Resolve cost differences by analyzing and collecting information.
- Work closely with architects, engineers and other professionals.
- Schedule and lead meetings with consultants, contractors and project staff.
Required Skills
- Ability to understand and navigate specifications and drawings
- Ability to handle multiple assignments at once
- Strong knowledge of present market rates of construction materials
- Good communication and stakeholder coordination
- High degree of personal integrity and commitment to business ethics
Benefits & Compensation
- Mobile bill support
- Provident fund
- Weekly 2 holidays
- Insurance
- Gratuity
- Festival Bonus: 2
Job Description
SAJIDA FOUNDATION is inviting experienced construction estimators to apply for a key position in their projects team. This job circular from a reputed company in Bangladesh calls for an estimator who can prepare accurate budgets, analyze bills of quantities (BOQ), and coordinate with consultants and contractors to ensure projects run on budget and on schedule. Candidates who want to build a meaningful career in the NGO sector and contribute to impactful infrastructure work should carefully review this job circular and apply before the deadline. Why this job is important: As an Estimator at SAJIDA FOUNDATION, you will play a crucial role in project planning and cost control. The company values integrity, technical competence, and commitment to ethical standards. This is a job opportunity in Dhaka, Bangladesh for professionals with relevant construction experience and educational background in civil engineering or diploma in civil. Key job responsibilities: Prepare and estimate budget costs (BOQ, MOQ and rate analysis) for construction projects by thoroughly studying plans and specifications. Evaluate contractor and supplier offers against site requirements, identify additions, and account for costing changes. Resolve cost differences by analyzing received information and negotiating adjustments. Work closely with architects, engineers and other project professionals to ensure alignment between design, specifications and budget. Schedule and lead meetings with consultants, contractors and project staff to discuss cost, scope, and scheduling. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of present market rates of construction materials and incorporate this into estimates. Handle multiple assignments concurrently and produce timely, accurate estimation reports for management and donors as required by the company. Required education and experience: Diploma in Civil or Bachelor in Engineering (B.Eng) in Civil Engineering or B.Sc Engineer (Civil). Minimum 3 years of relevant experience (the role expects 3 to 5 years depending on qualification; Diploma holders may require more experience). Proven experience in the NGO sector or exposure to project-based construction within NGOs is an advantage. Essential skills and attributes: Ability to understand and navigate technical specifications and construction drawings. Strong knowledge of current market rates for construction materials and the ability to perform accurate rate analysis. Good organizational skills and ability to handle multiple assignments at once. High degree of personal integrity and commitment to business ethics. Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills — liaising with architects, engineers, project managers and contractors. Benefits and perks: Mobile bill support. Provident fund contribution. Weekly two holidays. Insurance coverage. Gratuity. Festival bonuses (2). Job details: This is a FullTime, on-office position based in Dhaka. Vacancy: 1. The company address for the office is Sajida Foundation, Otobi Center (5th Floor), Plot- 12, Block- CWS(C), Gulshan South Avenue, Gulshan-1, Dhaka-1212. The official job posted date is Oct 9, 2025 and the last date to apply (valid through) is Oct 18, 2025. Candidates are advised to apply within the given timeframe. How to apply: The job allows online apply as indicated in the circular. Please prepare an up-to-date CV/resume, highlighting relevant estimating experience, project work and educational qualifications. Follow the company's application instructions in the job circular and apply before the deadline. If an email or direct apply URL is provided on the company circular, use that channel; otherwise check the company's careers page or the original job posting to submit your application. Additional notes: SAJIDA FOUNDATION is a respected NGO and expects candidates to adhere to high ethical standards. This job is part of the company’s broader recruitment process and applicants should ensure all information in their application is accurate. The circular emphasizes timely submission — late applications after the validThrough date will likely not be considered. This job description is intended to provide full details for candidates to assess fit and prepare professional applications. Keywords: job, company, circular, bangladesh, apply — include these terms when searching for or referring to this vacancy.