Senior Estimation Engineer, Instrumentation

Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC is a proud member of the Ghobash Group. For almost 20 years, we have made vital contributions to the Oil & Gas sector of the UAE, executing both onshore and offshore projects. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is one of our main clients along with Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors in this sector. We have the expertise to carry out full EPC&M services for electrical and instrumentation works and bring our intrinsic knowledge to measure and automate exploration, production, separation, refining processes, and distribution through our localized services.

The Sr. Electrical Estimation Engineer will take on a pivotal role in the evaluation of project requirements, estimation of costs, and preparation of competitive bids for electrical projects. This position requires a higher level of experience and expertise in electrical engineering, including HV/MV/LV equipment and systems. The Senior Electrical Estimation Engineer will be responsible for reviewing project specifications, coordinating with suppliers and subcontractors, and ensuring precise cost calculations. Moreover, this role will involve mentoring and guiding junior estimation engineers.

Responsibilities:

• The overall responsibility for instrumentation estimation and support to the proposals and estimation team.
• Review tender documents and identify the instrumentation scope of work and provide estimation basis.
• Work closely with other disciplines and contribute to overall estimation basis for the proposals.
• Contribute to technical proposals and able to present to Client / End User when required.
• Establish instrumentation estimation basis and benchmarks for discipline within the organization and update as per the changes in market norms.
• Evaluate tender ITT / ITB documents, drawing, specification, and Project schedules and understand the instrumentation scope of work.
• Preparation of cost sheet like direct cost, indirect cost, temporary facilities, and other related cost to tender.
• Floating enquiries to suppliers / manufacturers / subcontractors as required.
• Prepare and review datasheets, control wiring diagrams, and hook-up drawings, cable schedule, instrument index, I/O list, loop drawings, termination diagrams, cause and effect charts, & P&ID’s.
• Identify potential issues or areas of risk and communicate with Proposals & Estimation Manager.
• Collaborate with other intra-company and other estimators to ensure that estimate are accurate and complete.
• Review and evaluate project tender documents (ITT / ITB), drawings, specifications, datasheets, and project schedules to identify the cost estimation basis.
• Prepare and float inquiries to suppliers, manufacturers, and subcontractors, and review and validate estimates from sub-vendors.
• Prepare detailed bills of quantity and verify material take-offs during the tender stage, and support the project team during execution.
• Prepare cost sheets for construction packages for the main contractor.
• Conduct cost comparisons between suppliers and subcontractors and identify key cost-driving factors.
• Prepare detailed cost breakdowns and summaries for instrumentation scope, including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, overheads, contingencies, and profit margins.
• Contribute to commercial proposals and provide a detailed basis for the related scope of work.
• Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors on commercial aspects of the scope and products.
• Prepare and review datasheets, control wiring diagrams, hook-up drawings, cable schedules, instrument index, I/O list, loop drawings, termination diagrams, cause and effect charts, and P&IDs.
• Review tender documents related to instruments, DCS, ESD, RTU, SCADA, Telecom, and Fire & Gas (F&G) systems.
• Contribute to the project execution plan and prepare technical proposal write-ups for the related scope of work.
• Provide technical support and guidance to project teams and clients on instrumentation-related issues.

• Bachelor's degree (B.E/B.Tech) in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 08+ years of experience and 05 years as an Estimation Engineer, preferably in the electrical engineering domain.

 Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation / Electrical / Electronics Engineering.
• 8–12 years of experience in oil & gas, with at least 3–5 years in estimation/tendering.
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation systems and materials.
• Experience in ADNOC or similar Middle East projects preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, drawings, and specifications.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel and estimation tools.
• Strong analytical and commercial awareness.

  Skills & Professional Requirements:

1. Experience in EPC projects.
2. Knowledge of international standards (IEC, ISA, API).
3. Familiarity with vendor databases and costing benchmarks.
4. Good negotiation and communication skills.
5. Ability to review and analyze datasheets, single-line diagrams, specifications, and cable schedules.
6. Experience in preparing accurate Bill of Quantities (BOQ) for electrical projects.
7. Excellent skills in preparing cost sheets, including direct costs, indirect costs, temporary facilities, etc.
8. Sound knowledge of contract and commercial terms and conditions.
9. Proficiency in conducting cost comparisons and preparing technical and commercial proposals.
10. Strong negotiation skills with the ability to handle both technical and commercial aspects.
11. Familiarity with ISO documentation requirements and record keeping.
12. Attention to detail and ability to verify material take-off for accuracy.

  Attributes & Behaviours:

• Coaches, mentors and empowers others to make decisions within established parameters.
• Is a champion and role model for ethical behaviour and compliance with applicable laws and policies.
• Excellent personality with strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft office products, specifically Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word