Estimation Engineer - Plumbing & Firefighting

GULF ENGINEERING COMPANY; Farwaniya; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Kuwait is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with strong experience in plumbing and firefighting system estimations. The role involves cost analysis, attending site visits, and preparing detailed BOQs. Ideal candidates will possess robust analytical skills, proficiency in relevant software, and a valid residency.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of relevant experience in Kuwait, preferably on MEP projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Excel, and estimation software.
• Valid Kuwait residency (transferable).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Estimation Manager on tender evaluations.
• Analyze technical compliance and price data from suppliers.
• Prepare risk analyses related to plumbing and firefighting systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Excel

Estimation software

Job description

• Coordinate with the Estimation Manager in preparing tender evaluation and analysis to Bid /No Bid for projects related to involving plumbing and firefighting systems.
• Collect information to conduct market analysis to support decision in Bid / No Bid.
• Attend pretender meetings or site visits, if required.
• Study all documents such as, drawings, BOQ, specifications, addendums, clarifications, minutes of meetings, etc.
• Obtain clarifications to remove any ambiguity in tender documents.
• Float inquiries to all specified as well as non-specified suppliers providing all necessary data.
• Analyze technical compliance and price data received from the suppliers/subcontractors, with the ability to generate comparative statement as part of the cost analysis.
• Tabulate specifications for various applications of variable quantities such as piping, insulation, protection, sanitary fixtures, and sprinklers etc. of the plumbing and firefighting systems for the specific project.
• Estimate overall cost complying with plumbing and firefighting specifications, drawings, details, notes, addendums, query clarifications, BOQ, terms and conditions, etc. in coordination with Estimation Manager.
• Assist plumbing and firefighting systems estimation in identifying deviations in scope, options, provisions, exclusions, etc. and preparation of BOQ.
• Revise cost, if appropriate; depending on prices achieved on previously executed projects.
• Prepare risk analysis in estimation of the plumbing and firefighting systems such as currency fluctuation, material price escalation, etc.
• Participate in and contribute to Value Engineering studies.
• Support development of estimating policies, standards and procedures.
• Update and maintain historical cost data and databases of the plumbing and firefighting projects.

Skills

Requirements:

- Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

- 4-6 years of relevant experience in Kuwait (MEP projects preferred)

- Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Excel, and estimation software

- Excellent analytical and communication skills

- Valid Kuwait residency (transferable)