Mechanical Estimator

Tanqeeb; Dubai; On-site; AED 540,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb is seeking a Mechanical Estimator with 5–7 years of EPC Oil & Gas / Refinery / Petrochemical experience. You will assess tender documents, identify scope boundaries, develop detailed cost estimates for mechanical and piping installation, and coordinate with vendors and subcontractors.

Strong Excel and estimation tools proficiency is required. The role involves preparing labour productivity calculations, manpower planning, and maintaining estimation databases, with a focus on cost

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Study & review ITT, technical specs, scope of work, P&IDs, plot plans, layouts, and project drawings.

Skills

Mechanical installation

Piping fabrication/erection

Cost estimation

Quantity take-off

BOQ preparation

Excel (advanced)

Estimation tools/cost databases

Vendor & subcontractor coordination

Cost databases

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel (advanced)

Estimation tools & cost databases

Job description

• Study & review Invitation to Tender (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.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.

• 5–7 years of experience in EPC Oil & Gas / Refinery / Petrochemical projects.

• Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment installation and piping fabrication/erection.

• Experience in cost estimation, quantity take-off, and BOQ preparation.

• Strong ability to read and interpret:

  Equipment List

  P&IDs

  Piping Isometrics

  GA Drawings

  Equipment Layouts

• Proficiency in: Microsoft Excel (advanced) & Estimation tools and cost databases

Note: Depending on the nature of the position and its associated compliance risk level, a background check on your profile may be carried out.