Estimation Engineer | KSA | Oil & GAS

Location: Saudi Arabia (Jubail / Yanbu Preferred)
Industry: Petrochemical / Oil & Gas Contracting
Salary: SAR 5,500 – 7,500

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced Estimation Engineer with strong background in petrochemical and oil & gas contracting projects. The candidate must have expertise in tendering, bid preparation, cost estimation, and shutdown/turnaround project evaluation.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze tender documents and bid packages from prestigious clients.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates based on:
  • Site visits
  • In-house team evaluation
  • Scope of work analysis
• Develop BOQs, manpower plans, and resource loading charts.
• Prepare cost breakdowns for:
  • Mechanical works
  • Erection activities
  • Industrial cleaning
  • Shutdown & turnaround projects
• Estimate projects involving:
  • Hydrojetting
  • Catalyst handling
  • Heavy lifting
  • On-site fabrication
• Coordinate with planning and project teams for accurate cost projections.
• Prepare commercial and technical submissions.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards in petrochemical / hazardous environments.
• Support contract clarification and pre-award meetings.

Required Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Estimation Engineer in a contracting company for Petrochemical / Oil & Gas projects.
• Experience in shutdown and turnaround project estimation.
• Experience in reputed contracting companies preferred.
• Work experience in Jubail / Yanbu region preferred.
• Similar petrochemical experience in India may be considered.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Preferred from reputed institution).
• Primavera Certification – Preferred.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of:
  • Tendering & bid preparation
  • Cost estimation & BOQ preparation
  • Resource loading charts
  • Plant turnaround & shutdown costing
  • Hydrojetting, catalyst handling, heavy lift & fabrication works
  • Petrochemical / hazardous work environments
• Proficient in:
  • MS Word & MS Excel
  • Report preparation (Daily / Weekly / Monthly)
  • Email communication in English