Project Estimation Engineer

To provide post-award estimation and commercial support across ongoing projects, ensuring that variations, additional works and contractual changes are properly identified, evaluated, costed, documented and submitted in a timely manner.

The role involves close coordination with the Projects, Engineering, Supply Chain and Finance Departments to protect the Company's commercial interests and support effective project cost management.

• Project Estimation & Variation Management
  • Prepare detailed cost estimates for project variations, change orders, additional works and scope modifications.
  • Review contractual scope, technical specifications, drawings, BOQs and other project documentation to establish the basis of estimation.
  • Perform quantity take-offs and evaluate material, labour, subcontracting, equipment and other project-related costs.
  • Develop detailed cost breakdowns, unit rates and supporting calculations for commercial submissions.
  • Identify deviations between the original contractual scope and revised project requirements.
  • Coordinate with Engineering, Projects and Supply Chain to obtain the necessary technical inputs, quotations and cost information.
  • Prepare revised estimates based on actual project conditions, approved drawings and as-built quantities.
  • Maintain proper records of estimation assumptions, exclusions and supporting documentation.
• Contractual & Commercial Support
  • Assist the Commercial Manager in reviewing contractual provisions relevant to variations, additional costs, claims and payment entitlements.
  • Prepare and maintain variation registers, commercial trackers and change order documentation.
  • Support the preparation of contractual notices, commercial letters, claims and supporting justifications.
  • Evaluate the commercial impact of project changes, delays, disruptions and additional client requirements.
  • Assist in reviewing and substantiating subcontractor variation claims.
  • Follow up on outstanding commercial submissions and support negotiations with clients and subcontractors.
  • Monitor the status of submitted variations through approval and commercial closure.
• Cost Control & Project Support
  • Coordinate with the Projects Department to identify potential cost exposure and additional scope at an early stage.
  • Review actual and forecast project costs against the approved budget.
  • Assist in preparing cost-to-complete assessments and project commercial reports.
  • Support the preparation of project extension-of-time and prolongation cost assessments, where applicable.
  • Participate in internal project reviews and commercial coordination meetings.
  • Provide estimation and cost-related inputs for project close-out and final account reconciliation.
• Documentation & Coordination
  • Maintain organized records of all estimates, supporting quotations, cost calculations and commercial correspondence.
  • Ensure estimates and submissions are accurate, traceable and consistent with contractual requirements.
  • Coordinate with internal departments to obtain timely information for commercial evaluation.
  • Prepare periodic reports covering outstanding variations, submitted values, approved amounts and pending commercial matters.
  • Support the Commercial Manager with other estimation and contractual activities as required.

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Engineering, preferably Electrical, Mechanical, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in project estimation, variation management or post-award commercial engineering.
• Experience in modular buildings, E-Houses, substations, industrial construction, EPC or Oil & Gas projects is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience preparing detailed variation estimates, cost breakdowns and commercial submissions.
• Working knowledge of contractual change management, claims and project cost control.
• Familiarity with E&I and MEP systems, material costing and installation activities is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant estimation tools.
• Good technical report writing and commercial correspondence skills.

• Strong analytical and numerical capabilities.
• Ability to interpret technical and contractual documents.
• Sound commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple project requirements.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Organized approach to documentation and recordkeeping.
• Proactive identification of variations and commercial risks.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet…