Mechanical Estimator

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

Company Description

Archirodon, having earned its reputation as a reliable and respected international contractor for more than a half century in the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) market, continues to create value to its stakeholders by executing complex EPC projects worldwide, in recognition of its superior standards of performance.

Job Description

We are constantly growing and are currently seeking Mechanical Estimator to join our highly qualified and knowledgeable Estimation Team at our Dubai office.

Would you like to be part of a dynamic EPC leader with global presence? We'd like to meet you.

Join our worldwide journey. Build on something that matters!

What you will need to do:

• 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.

What you will need to have:

• 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

What is in it for you:

Competitive salary and benefits are part of the offering, yet the real joy comes from being a member of smart and passionate teams, within an international leading EPC Group on a mission that matters. We createmega construction projects - literally around the globe - with meaningful impact on the local communities for the years to come.At Archirodon, you will find a proud,productive and human-centric culture, caring for and building on our people and their development!

Please note that you will be contacted only in case you are shortlisted for an interview. In the meantime, do not hesitate to stay in touch and keep monitoringour open vacancies and our LinkedIn page! Rest assured that your application will be treated with strict confidentiality and under all applicable data privacy regulations.