Osama Tariq

Construction Estimator

Advanced Estimating Solutions • Self-employed

Jun 2026 - Present • 4 mos

Advanced Estimating Solutions (AES) is a professional construction estimating and quantity takeoff company with 10+ years of industry experience. We support contractors, developers, and construction professionals across residential, commercial, multifamily, renovation, and site development projects. Our expertise includes quantity takeoffs, material estimates, BOQs, cost estimating, earthwork, erosion control, concrete, precast concrete, framing, architectural finishes, flooring and tile, and MEP estimating support. We work extensively with US construction drawings, specifications, schedules, details, and addenda, delivering organized and easy-to-review estimates tailored to each client's requirements. Our team uses Bluebeam Revu, PlanSwift, On-Screen Takeoff, and advanced Excel for professional takeoff and estimating workflows. We also utilize AI-powered estimating and takeoff technologies to improve efficiency and drawing analysis while maintaining human review and quality control. A key strength of AES is our ability to scale resources according to project volume, allowing us to support both individual projects and long-term estimating requirements. Our focus is simple: accurate quantities, detailed documentation, consistent quality, and reliable turnaround. We aim to build long-term relationships by becoming a dependable extension of our clients' estimating teams.

Chief Estimator

AJ Flooring Specialist Services Inc • Full-time

Dec 2023 - May 2025 • 1 yr 5 mos

Worked with AJ Flooring on residential and commercial flooring projects, providing detailed flooring and tile quantity takeoffs, material calculations, and cost estimating based on architectural and finish drawings. My responsibilities included reviewing plans, identifying flooring types by area, measuring quantities, accounting for waste, preparing organized Excel quantity breakdowns, and supporting accurate project pricing. I worked with different flooring applications including tile, LVP, carpet, hardwood, and other floor finishes, while coordinating drawings, schedules, and finish requirements to ensure accurate quantities. This experience strengthened my expertise in flooring takeoffs, material estimation, plan reading, and construction cost analysis, with a focus on accurate and easy-to-review deliverables.

Cost Estimation Engineer

Jazira Group • Full-time

Aug 2022 - Sep 2024 • 2 yrs 1 mo

Worked as a Cost Estimation Engineer at Jazia Furnishing & Decoration Co., handling estimation and quantity takeoff activities for furnishing, interior decoration, and related construction works. Responsibilities included reviewing drawings and project requirements, preparing material quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, BOQs, and pricing, coordinating scope details, and supporting accurate project budgeting and tender preparation. Developed strong experience in interior finishes, furnishing works, material costing, construction estimation, and detailed Excel-based cost analysis, with a focus on accuracy, competitive pricing, and timely submission of estimates.