EPC Mechanical Estimator - Piping & Equipment Costs

ArchirodonGroup; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Archirodon in Dubai is seeking a Mechanical Estimator to join our seasoned Estimation Team. You will study ITT packages, review drawings, and develop detailed cost estimates for mechanical and piping installation on EPC oil & gas projects.

The role requires a mechanical engineering degree and 5–7 years of EPC/O&G experience, with advanced Excel skills and familiarity with estimation databases. Join a global EPC leader delivering mega projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• 5-7 years of EPC Oil & Gas / Refinery / Petrochemical experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment installation and piping fabrication/erection.
• Experience in cost estimation, quantity take-off, and BOQ preparation.
• Ability to read Equipment Lists, P&IDs, piping isometrics, GA drawings and layouts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced) and estimation tools/cost databases.

Responsibilities

• Study & review ITT, technical specifications, scope of work, P&IDs, plot plans, layouts, and project drawings.
• Identify mechanical and piping scope boundaries, exclusions, and risks within the tender documents.
• Prepare tender clarifications and technical queries where required.
• Verify quantities against engineering drawings, isometrics, and specifications.
• Develop detailed cost estimates for mechanical and piping installation including: equipment installation, piping fabrication and erection, valves and specialty items, structural and pipe supports, hydrotesting, flushing, and mechanical completion activities.
• Prepare labour productivity calculations, manpower requirements, and equipment resources.
• Develop unit rates, cost build-ups, and construction cost models based on historical data and project requirements.
• Vendor & Subcontractor Coordination
• Maintain estimation databases, productivity norms, and cost benchmarks.
• Capture lessons learned and historical project data to improve future estimates.

Skills

Cost estimation

Quantity take-off

Piping fabrication

P&ID interpretation

GA drawings

Excel advanced

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Estimation tools

Cost databases

Job description

Archirodon in Dubai is seeking a Mechanical Estimator to join our seasoned Estimation Team. You will study ITT packages, review drawings, and develop detailed cost estimates for mechanical and piping installation on EPC oil & gas projects.

The role requires a mechanical engineering degree and 5–7 years of EPC/O&G experience, with advanced Excel skills and familiarity with estimation databases. Join a global EPC leader delivering mega projects.