All about the profession of engineer-estimator

People with an analytical mind and an interest in technology are guided by a variety of engineering professions. Today in the labor market, as well as among employers, such highly qualified specialists as cost estimating engineers are in special demand. Today in our material we will analyze the features of this profession, and also talk about the duties of a specialist.

Estimating engineer carries out his professional activities strictly in accordance with a special document called a professional standard. In addition, the features and distinctive features of this profession are detailed in the unified qualification and tariff guide (ECTS) and the all-Russian classifier of workers' professions, employee positions and wage categories (OKPDTR).

This specialist has a wide range of knowledge in several areas of human life at once, namely, in the construction and economic spheres. Leading specialists of companies are familiar with the concept of "pricing", they can professionally organize tenders, as well as draw up and analyze the relevant technical and financial documentation.

All the duties that are attributed to the estimate engineer as an integral part of his work are detailed in a special document - job description. Let's consider them in more detail:

• is engaged in the preparation of all the necessary documents that relate to the conduct of construction work;
• develops methods and ways to improve the accounting of work performed;
• controls the correctness of filling and compliance with all the necessary requirements of the primary documentation;
• conducts economic and financial calculations;
• analyzes contracts and agreements;
• prepares a set of documents for participation in various tenders and competitions;
• checks the correctness of the implementation of economic calculations;
• justifies estimates of construction and installation work;
• interacts on an ongoing basis with company employees from other departments and divisions;
• monitors the market;
• keeps an archive;
• participates in business negotiations with customers and suppliers.

Thus, A job description is a document that you need to read before you formally accept a job offer. In addition, the list of responsibilities may vary from company to company. It is important for you to evaluate all the requirements, as well as your abilities.

Most employers have clear requirements regarding the knowledge and skills of a cost estimate engineer. Let's talk in more detail about what a specialist should know and be able to do:

• know all regulations, laws and by-laws, as well as professional standards, decrees, etc., concerning the labor activity of an estimate engineer;
• be able to work correctly with design documentation;
• be able to make estimates;
• know the principles and methods of holding tenders and competitions;
• know the safety rules;
• understand the principles of pricing at all stages of construction work;
• be able to draw up and use primary financial documentation;
• know the best ways to conduct reports and their verification;
• be able to work on a computer and use specific programs;
• know and be able to apply in practice international experience;
• know the economic foundations of construction activities, etc.

If in the course of work you need any additional skills or knowledge, then the employer will definitely indicate the relevant information in the job description or specify it at a personal interview. In addition, you should be prepared for the fact that the employer can put forward requirements not only to the professional, but also to the personal characteristics of the applicant.

In order to take the position of an engineer-estimate, you need to undergo appropriate training. However, this often has certain difficulties. The thing is that today higher and secondary vocational educational institutions do not train these specialists, respectively, you will have to receive not only basic education, but also undergo retraining.

So, if we talk about the first basic education, then employers choose those applicants who have a diploma from a technical university or college... For example, the areas of training "Industrial and civil construction" or "Urban construction and economy" are popular. Holders of such a diploma must undergo training in any economic or financial direction, for example, "Pricing and Estimated Rationing in Construction".

Besides, it is important to know the entire regulatory framework that relates to the labor activity of an estimate engineer... To do this, you can take a training, attend a conference or a master class. Thus, very high requirements are put forward for cost estimating engineers in terms of educational level and intellectual abilities.At the same time, many employers check not only the formal availability of diplomas, but also actual knowledge. To do this, you may be offered standardized tests or face-to-face interviews and interviews.

However, even after you have gone through all the steps and obtained the desired position, your training process does not end. Leaders of large companies on a mandatory and regular basis send cost estimate engineers to refresher courses. Only by constantly educating and learning, a specialist can remain in demand and relevant professional in the labor market.

A specialist in design and estimate work is always in demand in the labor market. Most often, estimate engineers work in specialized departments of construction organizations, as well as at technical service points (PTO). An estimate engineer can be either a full-time employee of the company or work on a contractual basis. (i.e., provide a certain amount of services upon request), organize your own companies and firms.

One way or another, it is important to note that the salary of this specialist is very high - the material remuneration for work fully justifies the increased requirements. It is for this reason that the profession is very popular among young people. Besides, industry experts note that it is very interesting to work as a cost estimate engineer.