Quantity Surveyor / Cost Estimator – Tajikistan

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Quantity Surveyor / Cost Estimator for a consultancy assignment financed by Asian Development Bank - AsDB26520TJK1 in Tajikistan.

Aninver Development Partners is preparing a proposal for an upcoming tourism sector development initiative in Tajikistan supported by the Asian Development Bank. The project aims to identify priority tourism investments that catalyze sustainable growth, drive policy reforms, and strengthen institutional capacity across targeted regions rich in natural and cultural heritage.

To support the technical preparation and feasibility studies for this initiative, we are seeking a qualified Quantity Surveyor / Cost Estimator to provide expert cost estimation and quantity surveying services, ensuring all proposed capital investments align with local market conditions and international financial institution standards.

Aninver is preparing a proposal for this assignment. The selected expert will be part of the proposed team; the engagement is conditional on the contract being awarded to Aninver. The full Terms of Reference for the position are shared with shortlisted candidates.

Objectives of the assignment

• Support the preliminary scoping and prioritization of tourism infrastructure projects.
• Develop accurate cost estimates and bills of quantities (BoQs) for detailed engineering designs.
• Ensure all costings reflect local Tajik unit rates and market conditions.
• Contribute to feasibility studies and due diligence packages required for international financing.

Scope of work

• Prepare detailed bills of quantities and cost estimates for capital investments required to support destination visions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to translate detailed engineering designs into robust financial packages.
• Conduct market assessments to validate local pricing, unit rates, and availability of construction materials.
• Support the preparation of tender documents and procurement packages in compliance with international financial institution requirements.

Your role as Quantity Surveyor / Cost Estimator

• Prepare comprehensive bills of quantities (BoQs) and cost estimates for civil, structural, and infrastructure works.
• Apply and adapt local Tajik unit rates to ensure financial realism and accuracy in all cost models.
• Review engineering designs to identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering options.
• Assist in preparing tender and bidding documents, including technical specifications and cost schedules.
• Contribute to feasibility studies, project appraisal documents, and financial due diligence reporting.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure cost estimates align with environmental, social, and technical parameters.

Requirements

• Education: Degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering
• ≥8 years with Tajik unit rates and IFI procurement
• Languages: Tajik and Russian (English required for key personnel)

Desirable

• Previous experience working on donor-funded infrastructure or tourism development projects in Central Asia.
• Experience in mountain and cold-climate construction cost estimations.

An experienced Quantity Surveyor with at least 8 years of professional background in cost estimation, deep familiarity with Tajik construction unit rates, and hands-on experience supporting international development projects.

Assignment details

• Location: Tajikistan
• Financed by: Asian Development Bank - AsDB26520TJK1
• Expected input: 4 person-months
• Contract: individual consultancy (conditional on award)

About Aninver Development Partners

Aninver is an international development consulting firm headquartered in Spain. It supports governments, development banks, UN agencies and bilateral donors with feasibility studies, technical assistance, evaluations and capacity building across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Asia-Pacific, working with a network of international and national experts.

Why apply

• Join a multidisciplinary team on a Asian Development Bank - AsDB26520TJK1-financed project in Tajikistan.
• Individual consultancy: flexible, output-based engagement with an experienced proposal team.
• Your CV stays in Aninver's expert network for future assignments that match your profile.

How to apply

Sign in (or create a free account) and upload your CV in English. Add your LinkedIn profile, indicative daily rate and availability to speed up the assessment. Aninver will contact the shortlisted candidates.

Frequently asked questions

Is the position confirmed? The engagement depends on the contract being awarded to Aninver. Shortlisted experts are included in the proposal with their consent.

Can I apply if I am not based in the country? Yes, unless the requirements say otherwise; relevant regional experience is an asset.

What happens with my CV? It is used to assess your fit for this and future positions and is not shared with third parties without your consent.