Estimating Engineer - Piping & MEP | Cardiff

DCS Engineering; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

DCS Engineering in Cardiff is seeking an Estimating Engineer to join their growing team. The role focuses on preparing detailed estimates for piping, mechanical, MEP and fabrication works, including liquid cooling and HVAC systems.

You will review drawings, P&IDs and tender documentation, develop labour and material take-offs, and liaise with engineering and commercial teams throughout the tender process. This is a full-time, permanent position in Cardiff.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating piping and mechanical projects.
• Ability to interpret drawings, P&IDs and specifications.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and cost modelling.
• Knowledge of liquid cooling/HVAC systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed estimates and quotations for piping, mechanical, MEP and fabrication works.
• Developing estimates for liquid cooling and HVAC systems, including chilled water and process cooling applications.
• Completing detailed material take-offs, labour estimates and cost build-ups.
• Reviewing drawings, P&IDs, specifications and tender documentation to establish project requirements.
• Preparing supplier and subcontractor RFQs and assessing returned quotations.
• Developing construction methodologies, resource requirements, logistics and modularisation assessments.
• Identifying project assumptions, exclusions, risks and opportunities for value engineering.
• Supporting tender submissions and ensuring estimates accurately reflect project scope.
• Liaising with engineering, project, operations and commercial teams throughout the tender process.
• Supporting project handovers following successful tenders.
• Contributing to the ongoing development of estimating processes, tools and cost intelligence.
• Managing multiple enquiries and tenders while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

Estimating

Piping

Mechanical Eng.

HDPE piping

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

DCS Engineering in Cardiff is seeking an Estimating Engineer to join their growing team. The role focuses on preparing detailed estimates for piping, mechanical, MEP and fabrication works, including liquid cooling and HVAC systems.

You will review drawings, P&IDs and tender documentation, develop labour and material take-offs, and liaise with engineering and commercial teams throughout the tender process. This is a full-time, permanent position in Cardiff.