Estimation Engineer_Insulation Scaffolding Painting (ISP)

Cygnus Solutions; Mangaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Cygnus Solutions Estimation Engineer position located in Karnataka focuses on insulation, scaffolding and painting estimates for EPC, plant maintenance, shutdowns and brownfield projects. You review tender documents, perform take-offs and develop technical and commercial proposals that meet client requirements.

The role requires strong knowledge of insulation, scaffolding and coatings, plus the ability to coordinate across engineering, procurement and operations teams.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of estimation experience in EPC, industrial construction or plant maintenance.
• Experience in insulation, scaffolding, painting, fireproofing, shutdowns and maintenance contracts.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Review ITBs, tender documents, drawings and project scope.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for insulation, scaffolding, painting, fireproofing.
• Perform quantity take-offs from P&IDs, isometrics, and GA drawings.
• Estimate direct and indirect costs including labor, materials, equipment, and overheads.
• Prepare BOQs, cost breakdowns, and pricing schedules.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement and planning during bid prep.
• Prepare technical and commercial proposals meeting client specs.
• Identify risks and value engineering opportunities to improve bids.
• Maintain estimation databases, productivity norms, and historical cost records.

Skills

Cost estimation

BOQ preparation

Tendering & Proposal management

Risk assessment

Planning & resource estimation

Analytical thinking

Communication & teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Primavera P6

SAP

Estimation software

Job description

Estimation Engineer (Insulation, Scaffolding & Painting)

Position Summary

The ISSD Estimation Engineer is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for Insulation, Scaffolding, Painting (ISP), Fireproofing, and related services for EPC, plant maintenance, shutdown, turnaround, and brownfield projects. The role involves reviewing tender documents, performing quantity take -offs, developing cost estimates, coordinating with engineering, procurement, and operations teams, and preparing technical and commercial proposals that meet client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Review ITBs, tender documents, drawings, specifications, and project scope.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for insulation, scaffolding, painting, fireproofing, passive fire protection, and associated industrial services.
• Perform quantity take construction drawings. -offs from P&IDs, isometric drawings, general arrangement drawings, and
• Estimate direct and indirect costs, including labor, materials, equipment, consumables, subcontractors, logistics, and overheads.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQ), cost breakdowns, manpower histograms, and pricing schedules.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, planning, HSE, QA/QC, and construction teams during bid preparation. Conduct site visits and attend pre potential risks. -bid meetings to assess project requirements and identify
• Prepare technical and commercial proposals, ensuring compliance with client specifications and contractual requirements.
• Identify project risks, assumptions, exclusions, and value engineering opportunities to improve bid competitiveness.
• Maintain estimation databases, productivity norms, and historical cost records.
• Support project handover by providing detailed estimate documents and cost assumptions to the project execution team.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, industry standards, and client requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5 -N10 years of estimation experience in EPC, industrial construction, or plant maintenance projects.
• Proven experience in insulation, scaffolding, painting, fireproofing, shutdowns, turnarounds, and maintenance contracts.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of industrial insulation systems, scaffolding design and planning, protective coating systems, and passive fireproofing.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, BOQs, and work packages.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and estimation software.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6, SAP, or other ERP/project management systems is an advantage.
• Experience with productivity norms, material take -offs, cost analysis, and resource planning.

Industry Experience

• EPC Projects
• Plant Maintenance Contracts
• Shutdowns and Turnarounds
• Brownfield and Greenfield Projects
• Oil & Gas
• Petrochemical
• Refineries Power Plants

Preferred Experience

• Experience working on projects for Saudi Aramco, SABIC, Ma'aden, or other major industrial
• clients.
• Familiarity with Saudi Aramco engineering standards, inspection requirements, and maintenance
• contracts.
• Knowledge of commercial terms, contract administration, and bid strategy.

Core Competencies

• Cost Estimation & Budgeting
• Quantity Take -Off & BOQ Preparation
• Tendering & Proposal Management
• Commercial Awareness
• Vendor & Subcontractor Management
• Risk Assessment & Value Engineering
• Planning & Resource Estimation
• Analytical Thinking
• Communication & Team Collaboration
• Time Management and Attention to Detail