Senior Estimation Engineer - Mechanical

Position Summary

The Mechanical Estimation Engineer is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive techno-commercial proposals for district cooling plants, water/wastewater treatment plants, and other mechanical infrastructure projects. The role involves detailed analysis of tender documents, quantity take-offs, cost estimation, vendor coordination, and preparation of bid submissions in line with client specifications and company strategy.

Key Responsibilities

1. Tender Review & Analysis

• Review tender documents, project specifications, drawings, BOQs, and technical requirements for District Cooling Plants and Treatment Plants.
• Identify scope gaps, deviations, and critical technical requirements.
• Conduct preliminary design evaluations and propose value-engineering options.

2. Quantity Take-Off & Cost Estimation

• Perform detailed mechanical quantity take-offs for:
• Prepare detailed cost estimates including materials, labor, equipment, subcontractor works, and indirect costs.
• Develop cost breakdown structures and pricing sheets as per tender format.

3. Vendor & Subcontractor Coordination

• Prepare and float RFQs to approved vendors for major mechanical packages.
• Evaluate technical and commercial offers and prepare comparison sheets.
• Negotiate prices and delivery terms to achieve optimal cost competitiveness.

4. Technical Proposal Preparation

• Develop technical submissions including methodology, equipment selections, compliance statements, and datasheets.
• Coordinate with design and engineering teams to finalize sizing, layouts, and schematic diagrams.
• Ensure tender compliance with local authority standards (DM, ADDC, DEWA, ADMCC, etc.).

5. Bid Submission & Support

• Compile final tender packages including price build-up, BOQ, clarifications, assumptions, and exclusions.
• Participate in internal tender review meetings.
• Support project handover to execution team after award.

Skills & Qualifications

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems used in District Cooling Plants:
• Experience with Water/Wastewater Treatment Plants, Pumping stations, pipeline network:
• Expertise in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.

Software Skills

• AutoCAD / Pan-Swift
• MS Excel (advanced level)
• RIB Candy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5-10 years of relevant experience in estimation.

Strong knowledge of GCC/UAE standards and tendering practices.