Senior MEP Design Associate

About the role

The Senior MEP Design Associate is responsible for preparing accurate Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost estimates and related documentation to support new store openings and remodel projects. The role ensures compliance with company standards while driving cost optimisation and value‑engineering initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare BOQs aligned with design requirements, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Produce high‑level and detailed cost estimates based on drawings and project data.
• Perform quantity take‑offs from architectural, civil, interior and MEP drawings.
• Analyse contractor quotations, identify variances and support tender evaluation.
• Identify cost risks, design changes and scope variations, providing impact assessments.
• Maintain costing records, benchmarking data and project documentation.
• Collaborate with design, construction, real‑estate, procurement and project teams.
• Support special projects that require focused costing and reporting.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 6–8 years of experience in quantity surveying, MEP estimation or project cost management.
• Experience in retail, F&B or multi‑site construction environments is preferred.
• Proven track record supporting new store development or refurbishment projects.

Required skills

• AutoCAD
• Microsoft Excel (advanced)
• MS Office suite
• Quantity surveying principles
• Cost estimation techniques
• BOQ preparation