Estimation Responsibilities
- Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and client requirements.
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for electrical works including:
o Power Distribution Systems
o Substations
o Switchgear & MCCs
o Cable Routing & Cable Tray Systems
o Lighting Systems
o Earthing & Lightning Protection Systems
o Instrumentation Interface Works
o Industrial Electrical Installations
- Perform quantity take-offs from drawings and specifications.
- Prepare material, labor, equipment, and subcontract cost estimates.
- Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
- Participate in bid clarifications and tender submissions.
- Identify project risks, assumptions, and opportunities during the estimation stage.
Cost Control Responsibilities
- Develop project budgets and cost control procedures.
- Monitor project expenditures against approved budgets.
- Track labor, material, equipment, and subcontract costs.
- Prepare cost reports, forecasts, and variance analyses.
- Support project managers with cost performance monitoring.
- Prepare monthly cost reports and management presentations.
- Assist in change order and variation cost assessments.
- Coordinate with Procurement, Finance, Planning, and Project Teams.
Qualification Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Professional certifications in Cost Engineering, Estimation, or Project Management are an advantage.
- Strong knowledge of electrical engineering standards and industrial construction practices.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 5–10 years of experience in Electrical Estimation and/or Cost Control.
- Mandatory experience working with international EPC, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power, or Industrial Construction companies.
- Experience in GCC/Middle East projects is highly preferred.
- Proven experience in electrical construction, maintenance, shutdown, brownfield, or greenfield projects.
- Familiarity with project budgeting, forecasting, earned value analysis, and cost reporting.
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems and industrial installations.
- Ability to interpret electrical drawings, SLDs, layouts, and specifications.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Excel.
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.
- Knowledge of estimation software and cost control tools.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills.
