MEP Estimation Engineer
Role Overview
Prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates, quantity take-offs, BOQs, and commercial proposals for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing works.
Review tender materials and determine material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs in line with project specifications and applicable standards.
Key Skills for This Role
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Role overview
Prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates, quantity take-offs, BOQs, and commercial proposals for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing works.
Review tender materials and determine material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs in line with project specifications and applicable standards.
Tender review and quantity take-offs
- Review tender documents, architectural and MEP drawings, specifications, scope, contract conditions, and deadlines.
- Identify discrepancies, missing information, design conflicts, and scope gaps; prepare RFIs and technical clarifications.
- Prepare and verify detailed quantities and BOQs for MEP systems, materials, equipment, accessories, and installation work.
Costing and system estimates
- Estimate material, labor, equipment, installation, direct and indirect costs, overheads, contingencies, and profit margins.
- Estimate HVAC, firefighting, other applicable mechanical services, electrical systems, applicable ELV systems, plumbing, drainage, and sewerage.
Supplier and tender coordination
- Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations; analyze market prices and maintain cost databases.
- Prepare technical and commercial comparisons; follow up on material prices, delivery periods, exclusions, and payment terms.
- Compile tender summaries, cost breakdowns, pricing sheets, and tender documents; support value engineering, clarifications, negotiations, and budget preparation.
Qualifications and experience
- Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Typically 4–7 years of MEP estimation or quantity surveying experience, depending on project complexity.
- Experience with residential, commercial, hospitality, or industrial building construction projects.
- Familiarity with MEP drawings, BOQs, specifications, tendering procedures, local construction practices, market rates, and applicable codes.
Compensation
- Pay is AED 9,000–12,000 per month.
Employment
- Full-time, permanent role.
- Immediate joining is preferred.
Workplace
- Work location is in person.
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