Sr. Estimation Engineer

Description

Summary: This role involves accurately pricing, estimating, analyzing, and assembling competitive tender submissions for electrical works across various project types. Highlights: 1. Lead competitive tender submissions for electrical works in diverse projects. 2. Utilize advanced software for detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimation. 3. Engage in vendor procurement and technical submissions with value engineering. **Job Purpose** To accurately price, estimate, analyze, and assemble competitive tender submissions for electrical works in commercial, residential, industrial, and major infrastructure projects. **Key Responsibilities** **1\. Tender Analysis \& Bid Management** * Thoroughly study tender drawings, specifications, Bill of Quantities (BOQs), scope matrix, and Contract Conditions (FIDIC/Client specific). * Attend pre\-bid meetings and site visits; draft Requests for Information (RFIs) to clarify design ambiguities or scope gaps. * Ensure full coverage of the electrical scope and avoid scope overlaps or omissions. **2\. Quantity Take\-Off (QTO) \& Technical Evaluation** * Perform detailed quantity take\-offs using specialized software. * Check and verify client\-issued BOQs against Tender drawings. **3\. Cost Estimation \& Commercial Pricing** * Build itemized direct costs (materials, labor hours, plant/equipment, subcontracts) and integrate indirect costs (preliminaries, overheads, contingencies, profit margins). * Apply accurate labor productivity metrics for electrical installations based on historical data and project complexity. * Price for MEP, LV/MV/HV Electrical works (External cables, substation equipment, transformer installations, street lighting Etc. \& Building MEP and Instrumentation works) .. **4\. Vendor \& Subcontractor Procurement Management** * Prepare send the enquiries to the suppliers and subcontractor. * Perform detailed **Technical and Commercial Bid Evaluations (TBE/CBE)** to ensure compliance with tender specs and QCS. * Negotiate best commercial terms, lead times, and discounts with vendors prior to bid submission. **5\. Technical Submissions** * Compile comprehensive technical proposal packages, including compliance statements, list of deviations, methodology, and manufacturer pre\-qualifications. * Propose alternative cost\-effective engineering solutions (**Value Engineering**) without compromising design integrity or statutory compliance. **6\. Post \-Tender Activities** * Attend post\-tender technical and commercial clarification meetings with Clients and Consultants. * Upon award, prepare the project Budget and lead the formal handover of tender files, estimation assumptions, and vendor quotes to the Project Execution / Post\-Contract departments. **Qualifications \& Essential Requirements** * **Education:** Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (B.E. / B.Tech). * **Experience:** 8–12\+ years of experience in Electrical cost estimation and tendering within MEP and Infrastructure contracting companies. * **Local Credentials:** Statutory engineering registration / license (e.g., UPDA / MMUP certified where applicable) is highly preferred. * **Standards \& Regulations:** Deep knowledge of international standards (IEC, BS, IEEE) and local utility regulations (e.g., KAHRAMAA, DEWA, ADDC, SEC, Ashghal). * **Software Proficiency:** * **CAD :** AutoCAD. * **Office:** Advanced MS Excel (Pivot Tables, Macros, Costing models). * **Estimation :** PlanSwift, Candy (CCS), CostX Work Location: In person