Estimation Engineer – Plumbing and Firefighting

About the role

The Estimation Engineer – Plumbing and Firefighting will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, quotations and tender submissions for plumbing and firefighting projects. The role ensures competitive pricing while complying with project specifications and deadlines.

Key responsibilities

• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, BOQs and project requirements.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for plumbing and firefighting systems.
• Perform quantity take‑offs from drawings and BOQs.
• Calculate material, manpower, equipment and subcontractor costs.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare RFQs and coordinate with suppliers to secure competitive prices.
• Analyze project specifications to identify scope of work, exclusions and variations.
• Prepare technical and commercial tender submissions.
• Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, engineering and project teams during the tendering process.
• Identify discrepancies, missing information and variations in tender documents.
• Ensure estimates are accurate and submitted within required deadlines.
• Assist in preparing value‑engineering and cost‑saving proposals.
• Maintain records of previous estimates, supplier quotations and project cost data.
• Participate in tender clarification meetings and provide necessary technical/commercial clarifications.
• Follow up on submitted tenders and support negotiations when required.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Plumbing or a related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in estimation and tendering, preferably in Kuwait/GCC.
• Strong experience in plumbing and firefighting estimation and tendering.
• Good knowledge of MEP drawings, specifications and BOQs.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and estimation/tendering software.
• Effective communication and negotiation abilities.

Required skills

• Mechanical engineering principles
• Plumbing system design
• Firefighting system design
• MEP drawing interpretation
• Bill of Quantities (BOQ) preparation
• Quantity take‑off techniques
• MS Excel
• Estimation and tendering software