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Company: Euro Group for Engineering Consultancy

Job Summary:

The Cost Estimation Engineer is expected to develop accurate, comprehensive, and competitive cost estimates for civil engineering projects from the initial design phase through to the preparation and submission of winning tenders. The ideal applicant will leverage their in-depth knowledge of civil engineering principles, construction practices, and market conditions to analyze project requirements, assess costs, and generate detailed estimates that support informed decision-making, effective budgeting, and successful bid outcomes. Candidates must demonstrate excellent analytical, communication, and collaboration skills, as well as a commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement in both design and tendering processes. The role demands a proactive individual capable of working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality estimates and competitive bids that contribute to the company's success.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil engineering projects (e.g., roads, bridges, water/wastewater infrastructure, buildings) during the design phase, ranging from conceptual to detailed design stages, and for inclusion in tender submissions.
• Analyze project specifications, drawings, and other documentation to determine the scope of work and material requirements, with a focus on identifying potential cost drivers and risks relevant to bidding.
• Develop accurate quantity takeoffs for materials, labor, and equipment, ensuring alignment with tender requirements.
• Research and obtain current pricing data for materials, equipment, and subcontractors, seeking competitive pricing for bid preparation.
• Develop and apply appropriate labor rates, productivity factors, and overhead costs, considering market conditions and competitive bidding strategies.
• Incorporate risk assessment and contingency planning into cost estimates, reflecting potential project challenges and opportunities to enhance bid competitiveness.
• Collaborate with the tendering team to develop competitive and winning bids.
• Prepare cost breakdowns and pricing schedules for tender submissions.
• Review tender documents and identify any discrepancies or areas requiring clarification.
• Support the development of value engineering proposals to optimize project costs and improve bid competitiveness.
• Ensure compliance with all tender requirements and deadlines.
• Design Coordination:
  • Collaborate closely with civil engineers, architects, and other design professionals to ensure estimates are aligned with design intent and constructability and optimized for cost-effectiveness in the tendering process.
  • Review design documents and provide feedback on potential cost-saving opportunities.
  • Participate in design review meetings to discuss cost implications of design choices, with a focus on maximizing bid competitiveness.
• Data Management and Analysis:
  • Maintain a database of historical cost data to support the development of future estimates, and to inform bidding strategies.
  • Analyze cost variances and identify trends to improve the accuracy of future estimates, and to enhance bid competitiveness.
  • Develop and maintain cost estimation templates and procedures, tailored for both design and tendering purposes.
• Reporting and Documentation:
  • Prepare clear and concise cost estimation reports, including detailed breakdowns of costs, suitable for both design and tendering applications.
  • Present cost estimates to project managers, clients, and other stakeholders, clearly articulating the basis for pricing decisions in tender submissions.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of all assumptions and data used in the estimation process, ensuring transparency and defensibility in tender evaluations.
• Software and Tools:
  • Utilize cost estimation software (Procore, STACK, ProEst, HCSS, CCS Candy, HeavyBid, Bidding Software, Sage Estimating, etc.) to develop and manage cost estimates, and to prepare tender pricing schedules.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in cost estimation.
• Experience in both Engineering Design firms and Contracting companies is highly desirable. Candidates with significant relevant experience within a Contracting company may be considered even if their experience in an Engineering Design firm is less extensive.
• Proven experience in preparing detailed cost estimates for a variety of civil engineering projects.
• Experience in preparing and submitting competitive bids for civil engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles and construction practices.
• Proficiency in cost estimation software (Procore, STACK, ProEst etc.).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of current market pricing for materials, equipment, and labor in the construction industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) credential or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in cost estimation for roads, structures, bridges, municipal assets, and environmental management projects.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations, including but not limited to AASHTO, ASCE, and Saudi Building Codes.

Skills

• Quantity Takeoff
• Civil Engineering Design
• Data Analysis
• Report Writing
• Communication
• Problem-Solving
• Software Proficiency (e.g., Cost Estimation Software, Microsoft Office Suite)
• Knowledge of Construction Materials and Methods

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Experience in project cost estimation for engineering, procurement, and construction for major Oil and Gas/Petrochemical projects. Capable of evaluating and consulting on project cost estimation and forecasting issues and problems.

Education:
Alternative (I): Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Administration, Business, or a closely related field.
Alternative (II): Diploma or Equivalent with a Certificate from a recognized agency in one or more areas of project cost estimation expertise.

Years of Experience:
Alternative (I): Eight (8) years
Alternative (II): Twelve (12) years

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• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

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• Professional Services

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Job Summary

The Cost Estimation Engineer is expected to develop accurate, comprehensive, and competitive cost estimates for civil engineering projects from the initial design phase through to the preparation and submission of winning tenders. The ideal applicant will leverage their in-depth knowledge of civil engineering principles, construction practices, and market conditions to analyze project requirements, assess costs, and generate detailed estimates that support informed decision-making, effective budgeting, and successful bid outcomes. Candidates must demonstrate excellent analytical, communication, and collaboration skills, as well as a commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement in both design and tendering processes. The role demands a proactive individual capable of working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality estimates and competitive bids that contribute to the company's success.

Job Responsibilities

Estimate Development:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil engineering projects (e.g., roads, bridges, water/wastewater infrastructure, buildings) during the design phase, ranging from conceptual to detailed design stages, and for inclusion in tender submissions.
• Analyze project specifications, drawings, and other documentation to determine the scope of work and material requirements, with a focus on identifying potential cost drivers and risks relevant to bidding.
• Develop accurate quantity takeoffs for materials, labor, and equipment, ensuring alignment with tender requirements.
• Research and obtain current pricing data for materials, equipment, and subcontractors, seeking competitive pricing for bid preparation.
• Develop and apply appropriate labor rates, productivity factors, and overhead costs, considering market conditions and competitive bidding strategies.
• Incorporate risk assessment and contingency planning into cost estimates, reflecting potential project challenges and opportunities to enhance bid competitiveness.

Tendering Support:

• Collaborate with the tendering team to develop competitive and winning bids.
• Prepare cost breakdowns and pricing schedules for tender submissions.
• Review tender documents and identify any discrepancies or areas requiring clarification.
• Support the development of value engineering proposals to optimize project costs and improve bid competitiveness.
• Ensure compliance with all tender requirements and deadlines.

Design Coordination:

• Collaborate closely with civil engineers, architects, and other design professionals to ensure estimates are aligned with design intent and constructability and optimized for cost-effectiveness in the tendering process.
• Review design documents and provide feedback on potential cost-saving opportunities.
• Participate in design review meetings to discuss cost implications of design choices, with a focus on maximizing bid competitiveness.

Data Management and Analysis:

• Maintain a database of historical cost data to support the development of future estimates, and to inform bidding strategies.
• Analyze cost variances and identify trends to improve the accuracy of future estimates, and to enhance bid competitiveness.
• Develop and maintain cost estimation templates and procedures, tailored for both design and tendering purposes.
• Reporting and Documentation:
• Prepare clear and concise cost estimation reports, including detailed breakdowns of costs, suitable for both design and tendering applications.
• Present cost estimates to project managers, clients, and other stakeholders, clearly articulating the basis for pricing decisions in tender submissions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all assumptions and data used in the estimation process, ensuring transparency and defensibility in tender evaluations.

Software and Tools:

• Utilize cost estimation software (Procore, STACK, ProEst, HCSS, CCS Candy, HeavyBid, Bidding Software, Sage Estimating, etc.) to develop and manage cost estimates, and to prepare tender pricing schedules.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in cost estimation.
• Experience in both Engineering Design firms and Contracting companies is highly desirable. Candidates with significant relevant experience within a Contracting company may be considered even if their experience in an Engineering Design firm is less extensive.
• Proven experience in preparing detailed cost estimates for a variety of civil engineering projects.
• Experience in preparing and submitting competitive bids for civil engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles and construction practices.
• Proficiency in cost estimation software (Procore, STACK, ProEst etc.).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of current market pricing for materials, equipment, and labor in the construction industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) credential or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in cost estimation for roads, structures, bridges, municipal assets, and environmental management projects.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations, including but not limited to AASHTO, ASCE, and Saudi Building Codes.

Skills

• Cost Estimation
• Quantity Takeoff
• Civil Engineering Design
• Data Analysis
• Report Writing
• Communication
• Problem-Solving
• Tendering & Bid Preparation
• Software Proficiency (e.g., Cost Estimation Software, Microsoft Office Suite)
• Knowledge of Construction Materials and Methods
• Risk Assessment

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Overview

WSP is a global engineering and professional services firm known for delivering innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions. We are supporting a major infrastructure development in Riyadh to support our cost management function, and we are seeking a highly skilled Cost Estimation Engineer with robust Middle East experience and a background in PMO environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and high-level cost estimates for infrastructure works including civil, utilities, roads, and public realm.
• Support the PMO with cost benchmarking, estimation methodologies, and budget development.
• Evaluate consultant and contractor estimates and provide cost assurance and value engineering input.
• Analyze quantity take-offs and BOQs based on design drawings and specifications.
• Work closely with planning and engineering teams to align cost data with project schedules and work breakdown structures (WBS).
• Maintain historical cost databases, market rate analysis, and escalation indices.
• Prepare cost reports, variance analysis, and estimation updates at various design stages.
• Assist in risk analysis and contingency assessments related to cost estimation.
• Ensure compliance with client procedures, cost estimation guidelines, and applicable regional standards.
• Support procurement teams by reviewing tender returns and verifying cost breakdowns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in cost estimation, preferably on large-scale infrastructure projects in the Middle East.
• Prior experience in a PMO environment is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of cost estimation tools, market trends, and benchmarking practices.
• Proficiency in tools such as Candy, CostX, Excel, or similar cost estimation software.
• Familiarity with international cost estimation standards and methodologies (e.g., AACE, RICS).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and reporting skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment with shifting priorities.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Professional Services

Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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WSP is a global engineering and professional services firm known for delivering innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions. We are currently supporting a major infrastructure development in Riyadh to support our cost management function, we are seeking a highly skilled Cost Estimation Engineer with robust Middle East experience and a background in PMO environments.

The Cost Estimation Engineer will be responsible for preparing, reviewing, and validating cost estimates across various phases of the project, including concept, design, procurement, and execution. The role requires strong analytical skills, market knowledge, and a proven track record in delivering cost estimates on large-scale infrastructure programs within the Middle East.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and high-level cost estimates for infrastructure works including civil, utilities, roads, and public realm.
• Support the PMO with cost benchmarking, estimation methodologies, and budget development.
• Evaluate consultant and contractor estimates and provide cost assurance and value engineering input.
• Analyze quantity take-offs and BOQs based on design drawings and specifications.
• Work closely with planning and engineering teams to align cost data with project schedules and work breakdown structures (WBS).
• Maintain historical cost databases, market rate analysis, and escalation indices.
• Prepare cost reports, variance analysis, and estimation updates at various design stages.
• Assist in risk analysis and contingency assessments related to cost estimation.
• Ensure compliance with client procedures, cost estimation guidelines, and applicable regional standards.
• Support procurement teams by reviewing tender returns and verifying cost breakdowns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in cost estimation, preferably on large-scale infrastructure projects in the Middle East.
• Prior experience in a PMO environment is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of cost estimation tools, market trends, and benchmarking practices.
• Proficiency in tools such as Candy, CostX, Excel, or similar cost estimation software.
• Familiarity with international cost estimation standards and methodologies (e.g., AACE, RICS).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and reporting skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment with shifting priorities.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 71301
• Locations ROSHN Front - King Khalid International Airport, Riyadh, SA

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Experience in project cost estimation for engineering, procurement and construction for major Oil and Gas/Petrochemical projects. Capable of evaluating and consulting on project cost estimation and forecasting issues and problems.

Education:

1. Alternative (I): Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Quantity Surveying / Administration / Business or Equivalent closely related field.
2. Alternative (II): Diploma or Equivalent with a Certificate from a recognized agency in one or more areas of project cost estimation related expertise.

Years of Experience:

1. Alternative (I): Eight (8) years
2. Alternative (II): Twelve (12) years

If you have the skills and are interested to apply, please share your CV by emailing or by clicking here .

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WSP is a global engineering and professional services firm known for delivering innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions. We are currently supporting a major infrastructure development in Riyadh to support our cost management function, we are seeking a highly skilled Cost Estimation Engineer with robust Middle East experience and a background in PMO environments.
The Cost Estimation Engineer will be responsible for preparing, reviewing, and validating cost estimates across various phases of the project, including concept, design, procurement, and execution. The role requires strong analytical skills, market knowledge, and a proven track record in delivering cost estimates on large-scale infrastructure programs within the Middle East.
+ Prepare detailed and high-level cost estimates for infrastructure works including civil, utilities, roads, and public realm.
+ Support the PMO with cost benchmarking, estimation methodologies, and budget development.
+ Evaluate consultant and contractor estimates and provide cost assurance and value engineering input.
+ Analyze quantity take-offs and BOQs based on design drawings and specifications.
+ Work closely with planning and engineering teams to align cost data with project schedules and work breakdown structures (WBS).
+ Maintain historical cost databases, market rate analysis, and escalation indices.
+ Prepare cost reports, variance analysis, and estimation updates at various design stages.
+ Assist in risk analysis and contingency assessments related to cost estimation.
+ Ensure compliance with client procedures, cost estimation guidelines, and applicable regional standards.
+ Support procurement teams by reviewing tender returns and verifying cost breakdowns.
+ Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
+ Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in cost estimation, preferably on large-scale infrastructure projects in the Middle East.
+ Prior experience in a PMO environment is highly desirable.
+ Strong understanding of cost estimation tools, market trends, and benchmarking practices.
+ Proficiency in tools such as Candy, CostX, Excel, or similar cost estimation software.
+ Familiarity with international cost estimation standards and methodologies (e.g., AACE, RICS).
+ Excellent analytical, communication, and reporting skills.
+ Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment with shifting priorities.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
With us, you can. Apply today.

Qualifications

• Egyptian nationality - MUST
• Bachelor degree in Engineering.
• 10-15 years of experience in construction as cost estimator

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**Job Description:**
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented **Senior Cost Estimation Engineer** to join our team!
**What You'll Be Doing:**
+ Contribute to creating and implementing best practices, cost estimating vision, strategy, policies, processes, and procedures to aid and improve operational performance.
+ Make accurate project cost estimates (from Class 5 to Class 1 estimate levels).
+ Thorough knowledge and demonstrated experience of directing cost estimating, control and analysis,
+ Experience and demonstrated skill in establishing criteria and system set-up for all project controls activities.
+ Statistical knowledge in the areas of sampling distributions, probability, and hypothesis testing. Knowledge in supervision, personnel administration, and training of technical and non-technical personnel.
+ Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, direct, perform, review, and present cost engineering and cost estimating products. This includes Estimating / products independently with minimal supervision using a high level of professional judgment and knowledge related to technical and engineering design and construction practices.
+ Working knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and start-up / set up work processes.
+ Expertise must have been gained from working for reputed firms.
+ Must have led large Estimating Section with top international firms and on prestigious projects.
+ Demonstrated skill in mgmt., supervisory, and personnel administrative functions.
**What Required Skills You'll Bring:**
+ Bachelor's in quantity surveying, engineering or cost engineering from an accredited university.
+ Minimum 18 years' experience in Estimating / project controls on large projects.
+ Preferably certified in CEP or MCIOB or MCIArab.
+ Excellent Arabic / English verbal and written communication skills
+ Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio & Databases).
**What Desired Skills You'll Bring**
+ Estimate preparation.
+ Estimate Review.
+ Estimate Planning.
+ Cost planning
+ Contingency and risk analysis.
+ Developing budget requests, cash flow forecasts, & WC analysis
+ Expert knowledge of Estimating & Cost Management processes & Systems.
+ **Knowledge of:**
+ AACE Estimate Classifications.
+ Planning/Scheduling.
+ Validation of input data.
+ Consolidation of estimate reports from multiple projects.
+ Technical and practical comprehension of health care field and General.
+ Business Technique.
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