QS & Estimation Course in Dubai
This QS & Estimation course in Dubai is a short practical programme on taking off quantities and building up rates for civil and building works.
About the QS & Estimation course in Dubai
This QS & Estimation course in Dubai is a short practical programme on taking off quantities and building up rates for civil and building works. It suits site engineers, estimators and graduates in the UAE who need to price work from drawings.
Estimation is the process of working out what construction work will cost before it is built. An estimator takes off quantities from drawings, then builds up unit rates from labour, materials, plant and overheads.
At Solve Tech in Deira, Dubai, the QS & Estimation course takes 20 Hours and is offered online, offline and hybrid on weekend and weekdays. It suits civil engineers, site engineers, draughtsmen and commercial staff on construction projects. Sessions are led by a trainer and built around exercises you complete yourself, so you leave with work you can show. Learners often pair it with STAAD Pro or Civil QA/QC. Classroom learners come to Mabrooka Building 04 on Al Muraqqabat Road, a short walk from Al Rigga Metro Exit 2, and online learners follow the same syllabus live. You can compare every option under Civil Engineering courses. Send an enquiry to get the detailed outline, fee and upcoming batch schedule.
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Why Solve Tech
- Trainers from the fieldEngineers with design, contracting and facilities experience.
- Project-based learningYou complete the work yourself and your trainer reviews it.
- Flexible batchesWeekday, evening and weekend, in class or live online.
- KHDA-permitted instituteCourse completion certificate, with KHDA attestation for eligible courses.
- Central Deira locationNear Deira Clocktower and Al Rigga Metro Station, Exit 2.
- Honest course adviceAn advisor matches the course to your background.
What You Learn in the QS & Estimation Course in Dubai
- Take off quantities for excavation, concrete and blockwork
- Read civil drawings, sections and specifications for pricing
- Build up unit rates from labour, material and plant
- Allow for wastage, productivity and site conditions
- Price preliminaries, overheads and profit
- Assemble a priced bill of quantities
- Check an estimate for gaps and double counting
- Use quotations from suppliers and subcontractors
Who Should Take the QS & Estimation Course
- Site engineers who want to start estimating
- Graduate civil engineers entering tendering teams
- Estimators looking for a structured refresher
- Procurement staff who review contractor prices
Tools Covered in the QS & Estimation Course
- Bill of quantities (BOQ)
- Microsoft Excel
- Take-off sheets
- Rate analysis sheets
- Supplier and subcontractor quotations
- Productivity tables
Benefits of the QS & Estimation Training Course
- Gives you a clear routine for pricing work from drawings
- Helps you check whether a quoted rate is realistic
- Useful for tender teams at UAE contractors
- Strengthens the cost side of your site engineering work
QS & Estimation Course Outline
Module 1: Estimating Basics
- Types of estimate and their accuracy
- Tender stages and documents
- Reading drawings and specifications
- Estimating workflow and checks
Module 2: Quantity Take-off
- Excavation and earthworks quantities
- Concrete, formwork and reinforcement
- Blockwork, plaster and finishes
- Take-off sheets and abstracting
Module 3: Rate Build-up
- Labour, material and plant rates
- Output and productivity assumptions
- Wastage and site factors
- Using supplier quotations
Module 4: Preliminaries and Overheads
- Site setup and staff costs
- Temporary works and equipment
- Overheads, risk and profit
- Pricing the summary page
Module 5: Estimate Practical
- Price a small civil package from drawings
- Review for gaps and double counting
- Compare with a benchmark rate
- Present the estimate
Guides to read before you enrol
Certificate
You receive a Solve Tech course completion certificate after the course and its assessment. KHDA-attested certificates are available for eligible courses. How our certificates work
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View allFAQ About QS & Estimation Courses
How long is the QS & Estimation course?
The QS & Estimation course is 20 Hours.
Who should take the QS & Estimation course?
Site engineers who want to start estimating; Graduate civil engineers entering tendering teams; Estimators looking for a structured refresher; Procurement staff who review contractor prices.
Which tools are covered in the QS & Estimation course?
Bill of quantities (BOQ), Microsoft Excel, Take-off sheets, Rate analysis sheets, Supplier and subcontractor quotations, Productivity tables.
Is this course the same as the Quantity Surveying course?
No. This one is shorter and focuses on take-off and pricing for tenders. The Quantity Surveying course is wider and covers valuations, variations and final accounts.
Do I need Excel skills?
Basic Excel is enough. You will use simple formulas for quantities and rate build-ups, and the trainer shows the layouts.
Is the QS & Estimation course available online?
Delivery modes for this course: Online, Offline, Hybrid. Ask an advisor for the next batch in the mode you prefer.
Can I attend on weekends?
This course runs on: Weekend & Weekdays.
Where is the QS & Estimation course held in Dubai?
At Solve Tech Training Institute, Office M09, Mabrooka Building 04, Al Muraqqabat Road, near Deira Clocktower. The nearest metro is Al Rigga Station, Exit 2.
What is the fee?
Fees depend on the format and batch. Send an enquiry to receive the current fee.
About Solve Tech Training Institute
Solve Tech Training Institute is a KHDA-permitted technical and occupational skills training centre in Deira, Dubai. We teach engineering, technical and professional courses in the classroom, live online and on site for companies, with trainers who work in the fields they teach. This page is published by the Solve Tech training team and was last updated in October 2026.
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Dubai, UAE
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