Project Estimator

ZipRecruiter; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fabrication industry is seeking a Project Estimating Engineer to join their Site Services team in Aberdeen. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in preparing accurate project estimates, supporting tender processes, and liaising with customers, ensuring clarity in project planning and delivery. Ideal candidates will have a solid background in fabrication with a minimum of 5 years of estimating experience, as well as strong technical skills in reading drawings and compiling Bills of Materials.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Career progression opportunities

Further training available

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant estimating experience.
• Ability to read technical drawings and compile Bills of Materials accurately.

Responsibilities

• Estimating fabrication and piping projects based on customer ITTs and RFQs.
• Preparing and submitting tenders, quotations, and supporting documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Technical drawing interpretation

Education

SVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant trade

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Job Vacancy: Project Estimating Engineer (Fabrication)

Location: Aberdeen

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience

Driving Licence: Required

We are looking for an experienced Project Estimating Engineer to join our clients Site Services team. If you have a background in fabrication and piping, strong technical acumen, and a keen eye for detail, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role:

You will be responsible for preparing accurate project estimates for a range of fabrication and piping work scopes, supporting tender processes, and liaising with customers to ensure clarity and precision in project planning and delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Estimating fabrication and piping projects based on customer ITTs, RFQs, and technical specifications
• Preparing and submitting tenders, quotations, and supporting documentation
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Performing accurate material take-offs and steel calculations
• Collaborating with workshop and project managers to ensure successful delivery
• Supporting project documentation and certification
• Maintaining HSEQ standards and company compliance at all times

You'll Need:

• A solid fabrication background with at least 5 years of relevant estimating experience
• Ability to read technical drawings and compile BOMs accurately
• Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and general IT proficiency
• Excellent organisational skills and high attention to detail
• Confidence working independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with industry standards such as BS EN 1090, ISO 3834, and PED (UKCA / CE) is
• SVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant trade
• Full, clean driving licence required

What We Offer:

• A supportive and professional working environment
• Varied and interesting project scopes
• Competitive salary package (negotiable based on experience)
• Opportunities for career progression and further training