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Estimation Engineer

Ali & Sons Holding LLC
Abu Dhabi Emirate, UAE
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Company

Ali & Sons Marine Engineering Factory (a subsidiary of Ali & Sons Holding LLC) is a trusted provider of marine and offshore fabrication solutions, specializing in engineering, structural fabrication, and construction services for the oil & gas and marine sectors.

As part of the Ali & Sons Group, ASMEF is committed to delivering world-class projects that meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and operational excellence.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly analytical and commercially driven Estimation & Proposal Engineer to support business growth through the preparation of accurate cost estimates and competitive proposals for fabrication, EPC, marine, and oil & gas projects.

This role is responsible for coordinating technical and commercial inputs, evaluating project requirements, managing tender submissions, and ensuring successful project handover from bid stage through contract award.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review enquiries received from the Commercial Manager and/or Head of Estimation & Proposal and assess project requirements.
  • Evaluate enquiry documents, specifications, drawings, and scope of work while coordinating with clients to clarify technical and commercial requirements.
  • Prepare scope summaries and support BID/NO BID evaluations for management approval.
  • Review contractual terms and conditions and prepare commercial deviations and qualifications in coordination with the legal team.
  • Develop detailed cost estimates based on project scope, BOQs, drawings, engineering specifications, and client requirements.
  • Prepare material take-offs (MTOs) and cost breakdown structures covering labor, materials, equipment, subcontracting, and indirect costs.
  • Develop pricing models considering productivity rates, resource requirements, project schedules, and commercial risks.
  • Coordinate with Engineering, Planning, Procurement, QA/QC, HSE, Finance, and Project teams to obtain complete technical and commercial inputs.
  • Obtain, evaluate, and technically assess supplier and subcontractor quotations to ensure competitive and compliant pricing.
  • Support commercial negotiations and proposal strategy discussions to achieve commercially viable bid submissions.
  • Coordinate with Procurement to ensure compliance with approved vendor lists and company commercial policies.
  • Prepare technical clarifications, commercial deviations, tender queries, and responses during the bidding process.
  • Compile complete proposal submissions, including cost estimates, assumptions, exclusions, qualifications, and commercial terms.
  • Submit estimates and proposals for internal review and management approval prior to client submission.
  • Review purchase orders and contract documents upon award to ensure alignment with approved proposals.
  • Identify contractual deviations and coordinate clarifications with relevant stakeholders.
  • Prepare project handover documentation and handover checklists for execution teams upon contract award.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and QHSE requirements throughout the tendering process.

Education

Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.

Experience

Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in estimation and proposal preparation within fabrication, EPC, marine, or oil & gas projects.

Technical Knowledge

: Strong understanding of estimation methodologies, BOQs, MTOs, cost analysis, contracts, variation management, commercial risk assessment, and industry standards such as ASME, ASTM, and API.

Software Skills

Proficient in MS Office applications, advanced spreadsheets, estimation tools, and commercial documentation systems.

Skills

Strong analytical, commercial, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to manage multiple tenders under tight deadlines.

Languages: Fluency in English is mandatory.

Why Join Us?

At ASMEF, you will play a key role in securing and delivering major marine, fabrication, and oil & gas projects by developing commercially competitive and technically sound proposals.

This position offers the opportunity to work on complex and challenging projects while collaborating with experienced engineering and commercial professionals in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

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