MEP Estimator

AtkinsRéalis; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 160,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Annual leave

Gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus

Flight allowance

Housing allowance

Wellbeing program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an experienced Estimator with a strong background in quantity surveying and cost estimation for large-scale infrastructure projects. You will lead pre-contract cost planning, BoQ development, and procurement strategy, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to align design intent with cost objectives.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in estimation, including Middle East exposure, and hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in estimating and quantity surveying for infrastructure/civil projects.
• Minimum 3 years of Middle East exposure in cost controls and estimation.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline; strong English technical writing.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-contract cost estimates and cost plans for large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Develop and manage BoQs and pre-tender estimates using CESSM and industry standards.
• Support procurement strategies including packaging, tendering, and contract formation.

Skills

Cost estimating

Pre-contract cost planning

BoQ preparation

Procurement strategy

Tender documentation

Market analysis

Risk and value management

Communication skills

Education

BSc in engineering or related field

Tools

CESSM

Job description

Overview

An experienced Estimator with 8+ years of quantity surveying and cost estimating expertise, specializing in large-scale infrastructure and civil engineering projects, including pre-contract cost planning, BoQ preparation, and procurement strategy development. Skilled in utilizing CESSM and industry-standard estimating practices to deliver accurate cost estimates, risk assessments, value engineering, and tender documentation while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.

Your role

• Lead the preparation of pre-contract cost estimates, cost plans, and benchmarking for large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Develop and manage Bills of Quantities (BoQs) and pre-tender estimates using CESSM and other industry standards.
• Support the development of procurement strategies, including packaging, tendering, and contract formation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure alignment between design intent and cost objectives.
• Prepare and review tender documentation, including pricing schedules and contract conditions.
• Conduct market analysis and engage with supply chain to inform cost data and procurement planning.
• Assisting in risk and value management and cost control functions.
• Assisting in identifying, analysing and developing responses to commercial risks.
• Attendance and representation at commercial meetings.

About you

• 8 Years relevant experience. Estimator shall have a minimum of 3 years' experience in the Middle East.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Possess good project background and proven English language technical writing ability and skills.
• Strong background in pre-contract quantity surveying for infrastructure and civil engineering projects including masterplanning, preference for major international events experience (e.g. expos, sports events, cultural festivals).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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