Estimation Engineer

Wasco; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Wasco Berhad is seeking a Tender Estimator to support UAE projects by reviewing technical drawings, client requirements, and bid documents. The role emphasizes cost estimation, supplier quotations, and preparation of detailed cost breakdowns to ensure competitive and compliant proposals.

The successful candidate will collaborate with engineering, procurement, planning, and operations teams, handling pricing and bid submissions with strong communication and reporting skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cost estimation techniques and project execution.
• Proficiency In Microsoft Excel and presentations.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and client requirements.
• Prepare tender queries and seek clarifications from clients.
• Perform quantity take-offs for materials, labour, and equipment requirements.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, planning, operations, and project management teams.
• Obtain and analyze quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Develop material, labor, equipment, and subcontract cost.
• Prepare preliminary and detailed cost estimates.
• Preparation of technical and commercial proposals.
• Develop pricing sheets, bid summaries, and cost breakdowns.
• Ensure compliance with tender requirements and company procedures.
• Compile bidding documentation and ensure compliance with tender requirements.
• Maintain estimation databases, cost records, and historical project data.
• Organize and update supplier and subcontractor information.

Skills

Cost estimation

Excel

Interpreting drawings

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Company Description

Wasco Berhad, founded in 1999 and headquartered in Malaysia, is a leading integrated infrastructure group with operations spanning 17 countries worldwide. The company has two key divisions: the Energy Services Division, which focuses on advanced pipe coating, corrosion protection, and engineering solutions, and the Bioenergy Services Division, specializing in biomass energy generation for industries like plantations and petrochemicals. Committed to sustainability, Wasco aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2026, spearheaded by its Wasco Forest initiative for carbon offset through tree planting. Dedicated to driving energy transitions, Wasco collaborates with industry stakeholders to enhance green value chains and foster a sustainable future for the energy sector.

Job Description

• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and client requirements.
• Prepare tender queries and seek clarifications from clients.
• Perform quantity take-offs for materials, labour, and equipment requirements.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, planning, operations, and project management teams
• Obtain and analyze quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Develop material, labor, equipment, and subcontract cost.
• Prepare preliminary and detailed cost estimates.
• Preparation of technical and commercial proposals.
• Develop pricing sheets, bid summaries, and cost breakdowns
• Ensure compliance with tender requirements and company procedures
• Compile bidding documentation and ensure compliance with tender requirements.
• Maintain estimation databases, cost records, and historical project data.
• Organize and update supplier and subcontractor information.

Job Requirement

• University Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Knowledge of cost estimation techniques and project execution.
• Knowledge in Microsoft excel and presentations
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specificationsExcellent communication and report-writing skills