Estimation Engineer – Firefighting

Job Summary

The Estimation Engineer Firefighting will prepare and review technical and commercial estimates for firefighting and associated life-safety systems. The role involves developing accurate Bill of Quantities (BOQ) cost plans and tender submissions while ensuring compliance with project specifications NFPA/BS standards and local authority requirements. The position works closely with project procurement and design teams to support successful bid delivery and project realisation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Estimating & Tender Preparation

• Prepare detailed estimates and BOQs for firefighting systems including wet/dry risers sprinklers deluge systems hydrants foam and water supplies

• Quantify materials labour plant and subcontract packages in line with approved drawings and specifications

• Develop unit rates labour productivity assumptions and price build-ups for cost schedules

• Prepare commercial submissions take-off documents and tender clarifications

2. Technical Review & Compliance

• Review design drawings specifications and manufacturer data to ensure accurate scope and compliance with NFPA BS and local authority codes

• Identify design ambiguities omissions and value engineering opportunities and propose cost-effective solutions

• Coordinate with design and project teams to resolve technical queries during the tender phase

3. Procurement & Vendor Coordination

• Obtain and evaluate vendor quotations compare scopes and assess technical compliance

• Develop subcontractor scope of work and tender packages for procurement

• Maintain supplier and subcontractor rate databases and update approved vendor lists

4. Cost Control & Reporting

• Prepare preliminary cost plans budget estimates and sensitivity analysis for bid/no-bid decisions

• Submit estimation reports assumptions and risk registers to the bidding team and management

• Support handover of estimate data to project controls and procurement upon award

5. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with project managers engineers and commercial teams to align estimates with programme and project constraints

• Contribute to post-tender reviews lessons learned and continuous improvement of estimating practices

• Attend tender review meetings and present cost recommendations to stakeholders

Requirements

Education

• Diploma or Bachelors degree in Mechanical Fire Protection or Electrical Engineering Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Experience

• 26 years experience in estimation for firefighting sprinkler and life-safety systems

• Experience with UAE/GCC projects and familiarity with local authority requirements is preferred

• Proven experience preparing BOQs tender submissions and vendor comparisons

• Valid UAE driving licence is advantageous

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of firefighting systems: wet/dry risers sprinklers hydrants foam systems pumps and tanks

• Familiarity with NFPA standards BS codes and local authority regulations

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and hydraulic drawings and specifications

• Proficiency in measurement and estimating tools; experience with Excel-based estimating and take-off software.