Shakir Kottaprath, Senior Cost Estimation Engineer

Shakir Kottaprath

Senior Cost Estimation Engineer

QBC

Location
Qatar
Education
Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering
Experience
19 years, 6 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :19 years, 6 Months

Senior Cost Estimation Engineer at QBC
  • Qatar - Doha
  • My current job since December 2017

• Prepared detailed cost estimates for MEP‐ MEICA systems, including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor services, and other project‐related expenses.
• Collaborated with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to develop competitive and accurate bids for prospective projects.
• Performed thorough quantity takeoffs from construction drawings and specifications to determine accurate material and labor requirements.
• Developed various cost estimates, including distributable and contractors indirect cost estimates, tax estimates, and foreign currency estimates.
• Established and maintained relationships with vendors and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing and availability of resources.
• Analyzed project plans and suggest value engineering options to optimize costs while maintaining project quality and functionality.
• Prepared comprehensive bid documentation, including detailed cost breakdowns, supporting documentation, and assumptions used in the estimation process.
• Reviewed historical data, market trends, and project feedback to continually improve the accuracy of cost estimates.
• Worked closely with the project team to provide input on cost‐related matters, including budget development and cost control strategies.
• Determines scope definition requirements for discipline or other specialty and works with Engineering and other sources to arrange the production of required data to conform to the overall estimate preparation plan.
• Utilized industry‐standard estimating software and tools to streamline the estimation process and improve efficiency.
• Stayed updated with industry advancements, new materials, and construction methodologies to enhance estimating expertise.
• Performed productivity analysis and verifies results by staffing and crew analysis of work operations by craft.
• Presented cost engineering information to management and clients.
• Overseed cost recording, monitoring, and reporting practices for compliance.

Senior Cost Estimator at Danway Qatar
  • Qatar - Doha
  • February 2010 to November 2017

Duration‐ From February 2010 to November 2017 (7 years 10 months).

Some of Major List of projects awarded. M/s. Danway \[Qatar Branch\]
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• Expertise in review tender/bid documents, specifications, and drawings, perform quantity take‐offs/detailed BOM, float enquiries to receive quotations.
• Prepared detailed cost estimates for MEP ‐MEICA systems, including labor, materials,
equipment, subcontractor services, and other project‐related expenses.
• Collaborated with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to develop competitive and accurate bids for prospective projects.
• Performed thorough quantity takeoffs from construction drawings and specifications to determine accurate material and labor requirements.
• Developed various cost estimates, including distributable and contractors indirect cost estimates, tax estimates, and foreign currency estimates.
• Established and maintained relationships with vendors and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing and availability of resources.
• Analyzed project plans and suggest value engineering options to optimize costs while maintaining project quality and functionality.
• Prepared comprehensive bid documentation, including detailed cost breakdowns, supporting documentation, and assumptions used in the estimation process.
• Reviewed historical data, market trends, and project feedback to continually improve the accuracy of cost estimates.
• Worked closely with the project team to provide input on cost‐related matters, including budget development and cost control strategies.

MEP Site Engineer at Danway Qatar
  • Qatar - Doha
  • January 2007 to January 2010

• Performed the execution of MEP projects.

Mechanical Engineer at M/s Coastal Engineering company
  • India - Kerala
  • December 2005 to January 2007

Major Air conditioning maintenance contractor INDIA Duration - Jan 2005 to Dec 2002, > 2 years

• Assist in the design and layout of mechanical systems.
• Support installation and commissioning activities.
• Participate in routine maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain documentation and equipment records.
• Help identify energy‐efficient solutions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Stay updated on industry advancements.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Communicate with clients and stakeholders.
• Contribute to cost control efforts.

Junior Procurement Engineer at Corporation [ KAICO]
  • India - Kerala
  • June 2004 to June 2005

• Assist in sourcing and procuring materials and equipment.
• Support vendor evaluation and selection processes.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on procurement strategies.
• Maintain procurement records and documentation.
• Monitor inventory levels and order replenishments as needed.
• Assist in negotiating prices and contracts with suppliers.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies and procedures.
• Communicate with suppliers and internal teams regarding orders.
• Help optimize procurement processes for cost efficiency.
• Stay updated on industry trends and supplier offerings.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering
  • at Calicut University
  • May 2003

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Specialties & Skills

Cost Estimation
MECHANICAL ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING (MEP) SYSTEMS
VALUE ENGINEERING
AIR QUALITY
COST ENGINEERING
ELECTRICITY
INSTALLATION
MANAGEMENT
OPERATIONS
SUPERVISORY CONTROL AND DATA ACQUISITION (SCADA)
ABSORPTION (ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION)
PROCUREMENT
QUOTATIONS
CLOSED-CIRCUIT TELEVISION SYSTEMS (CCTV)
ODOR CONTROL

Languages

English
Expert

Training and Certifications

PMP (Training)
Training Institute:
MMI institute Doha

Hobbies

  • forcasting the cost trends worldwide