Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

We, at Emarat Aloula is seeking a highly experienced Estimation Engineer (Mechanical) with strong expertise

techno-commercial proposals for district cooling plants, water/wastewater treatment plants, and

other mechanical infrastructure projects. The role involves detailed analysis of tender documents,

quantity take-offs, cost estimation, vendor coordination, and preparation of bid submissions in line

with client specifications and company strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Tender Review & Analysis

• Review tender documents, project specifications, drawings, BOQs, and technical requirements for

District Cooling Plants and Treatment Plants.

• Identify scope gaps, deviations, and critical technical requirements.

• Conduct preliminary design evaluations and propose value-engineering options.

Quantity Take-Off & Cost Estimation

• Perform detailed mechanical quantity take-offs for

• Prepare detailed cost estimates including materials, labor, equipment, subcontractor works, and

indirect costs.

• Develop cost breakdown structures and pricing sheets as per tender format.

Vendor & Subcontractor Coordination

• Prepare and float RFQs to approved vendors for major mechanical packages.

• Evaluate technical and commercial offers and prepare comparison sheets.

• Negotiate prices and delivery terms to achieve optimal cost competitiveness.

Technical Proposal Preparation

• Develop technical submissions including methodology, equipment selections, compliance

statements, and datasheets.

• Coordinate with design and engineering teams to finalize sizing, layouts, and schematic diagrams.

• Ensure tender compliance with local authority standards (DM, ADDC, DEWA, ADMCC, etc.).

Bid Submission & Support

• Compile final tender packages including price build-up, BOQ, clarifications, assumptions, and

exclusions.

• Participate in internal tender review meetings.

• Support project handover to execution team after award

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.

• 7–14 years of relevant experience in estimation.

• Strong knowledge of GCC/UAE standards and tendering practices.

Preferred Attributes

• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems used in District Cooling Plants

• Experience with Water/Wastewater Treatment Plants, Pumping stations, pipeline network

• Expertise in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.

Software Skills

• AutoCAD / Pan-Swift

• MS Excel (advanced level)

• RIB Candy