Fabrication Estimation & Design Engineer (Oil Field Equipment Manufacturing)

The Role
Project Analysis: • Review project specifications, drawings, and other relevant documents to understand project requirements and scope. Cost Estimation: • Utilize cost estimation software, historical data, and industry benchmarks to estimate the cost of materials, labor, equipment, and other resources required for project execution. Quantity Take-off: • Perform quantity take-offs for materials and labor based on project drawings and specifications. Vendor and Supplier Management: • Obtain quotes and negotiate prices with vendors and suppliers to ensure competitive pricing for materials and services. Cost Breakdown: • Prepare detailed cost breakdowns, including material costs, labor costs, equipment costs, overheads, and contingencies. Risk Assessment: • Identify and assess potential risks and uncertainties that may impact project costs, and develop strategies to mitigate risks. Value Engineering: • Collaborate with engineers and project teams to identify value engineering opportunities to optimize project costs without compromising quality or performance. Bid Preparation: • Assist in the preparation of bids and proposals by providing accurate cost estimates and supporting documentation. Documentation: • Maintain accurate records of cost estimates, assumptions, and supporting documentation throughout the project lifecycle. Cost Tracking: • Monitor project costs against budget allocations, identify variances, and provide regular updates to project stakeholders. Continuous Improvement: • Stay abreast of industry trends, cost factors, and new technologies to continuously improve cost estimation processes and methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering • Proven experience in cost estimation, preferably in Steel fabrication industry. • Experience in: pipe spools, pressure vessels, process equipment, steel structures, skids, baskets, tanks, silos, and batch blenders. • Proficiency in cost estimation software and tools. • Strong analytical and mathematical skills. • Effective communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. • Knowledge of fabrication methods, materials, and industry standards. • Knowledge in Integrated management systems. • ASME; API; AWS D1.1 knowledge.

About the company
The AJ Al Asmawi Group of Companies is a large, diversified business conglomerate operating in industries including Trading, Oil and Gas, Metal Fabrications, Metal Coating, Polystyrene, Transportation, Food and Beverage, Logistics, Road Building Contracting and Real Estate Developing. Since its conceptualization in 1980, the group has transformed into a front-runner in multiple business sectors and has tackled heavy-duty challenges on the road to success. As one of the regions largest independent family-owned groups, AJ Al Asmawi Group is built on a resilient foundation of trust, commitment and integrity, and even through changing and turbulent times, AJ has scaled from strength to strength, across different business industries. AJ Al Asmawi Group was set up in Dubai, UAE where, decades ago, trade and commerce flourished in conjunction with the discovery of oil and gas reserves in 1966. UAE soon rose to the forefront of business hubs in the Arabian Gulf, and it is in this environment that AJ Al Asmawi Group began to develop its business practices. Through interests in trade, construction, manufacturing, transport and Oil and Gas, Mr. Abdul Jalil Mahdi Mohd Al Asmawi founded the business, and injected direction and guidance into the group that grew it into the powerful, diversified conglomerate it is today. Abdul Jalil Mahdi Mohd Al Asmawi carved a niche for the organization through his vision, which was supported by his father Mr. Mahdi Al Asmawi. He is now one of the pivotal heads of the business across many industries in the Middle East. A strategic move in 1983 brought Al Jalil International General Trading LLC (Dubai, UAE) under the leadership of Mr. Abdul Jalil Mahdi Al Asmawi, and in accordance with his directive, AJ Group incorporated a keen focus on the heavy construction equipment trading sector, and undertook ventures in real estate, manufacturing, industry and transportation. Through the last 45 years, AJ Al Asmawi Group has developed lucrative projects and ventures in Dubais bustling, modern business eco-system. We strive to provide service excellence and a unique experience to all clients through our professional and passionate teams AJ Al Asmawi Group also boasts a dedicated team of professionals who believe in innovation and progressive business management models. The groups corporate strategy reflects a commitment to sustainable business practices, balanced responsibility, continual growth and sustainable productivity.