Job Summary
The Estimator is responsible for accurately calculating the total costs associated with Invitations to Tender (ITTs) and RFQs and determining the cost of the product/service that will be provided in accordance with defined scope(s), schedule, quality and HSE requirements. This role involves reviewing tender documents, attending site visits, conducting quantity take-offs, assessing labour, equipment and material costs, coordinating with engineering and operations teams and ensuring competitive and commercially viable bids aligned with Company standards and Client requirements.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Review and analyze tender documents, technical drawings, and client specifications to prepare accurate, comprehensive cost estimates and budgets for material, labour, equipment and sub-contractor costs.
- Perform quantity take-offs for piping, structural, mechanical, and civil works.
- Liaise with engineering, procurement, and operations teams to develop competitive proposals, coordinating and monitoring work progress with key stakeholders.
- Attend site visits, pre-bid meetings, and client clarification meetings.
- Conceptualize layouts for scope of works and review all estimates before they are submitted.
- Review bid proposals for accuracy and completeness prior to submission for approval.
- Maintain and update cost databases and estimating tools.
Key Competencies and Required Knowledge
- Understanding and knowledge of the repair and maintenance of Structural Steel, Piping, and Process Equipment such as, but not limited to, Reformers, Heaters, Columns, Exchangers, Reactors and Vessels.
- Working knowledge of MS Projects and/ or Primavera software.
- Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite and databases.
- Familiarity with the use and application of engineering codes such as ASME, API, ANSI.
- Keen eye for details; good project management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet multiple tender deadlines.
Qualification and Experience
- Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Civil/Structural, Industrial Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated competence normally acquired over a minimum of (10) years’ experience in estimating within EPC projects, industrial construction, or oil and gas, plant maintenance.
OR
- Demonstrated competence normally acquired over a minimum of (15) years practical experience within the industry as a Project Technician/Coordinator or Field Supervisor.
- Experience with shutdowns/turnarounds (TAR), fabrication maintenance, installation or brownfield projects.
- Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating tools.