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Senior Estimation Engineer – Offshore and EPC Projects Job Vacancy in UAE Dubai
Posted date [2025-04-23]
(ID: 34462)
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Senior Estimation Engineer – Offshore and EPC Projects
DP World UAE is looking to hire a Senior Estimation Engineer – Offshore and EPC Projects to support pre-tender processes and project cost estimation across oil and gas, renewables, and marine infrastructure. Based in Dubai, this role involves technical evaluation, bid preparation, and coordination with project, procurement, and production teams for accurate and competitive tender submissions.
Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Function: Engineering and Technical Services
Salary: AED 22000 - AED 28000 (Estimated market range, not provided by the employer - always negotiable)
Gender: Any
What Does a Senior Estimation Engineer Do?
- Support management in evaluating tenders, analyzing risks, and forming bid decisions
- Review client specifications and technical documents to fully understand project requirements
- Coordinate with internal departments and subcontractors for technical and commercial inputs
- Inspect vessels and offshore platforms to assess project scope and clarify specifications with client representatives
- Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates and final tender documents for offshore, conversion, and EPC projects
- Develop financial summaries and risk analyses for tender approvals
- Respond to tender clarifications and additional quotation requests until contract finalization
- Transfer the complete project file with key highlights and specifications to the project execution team
- Ensure all internal documentation is completed in line with company standards
What Are the Key Responsibilities?
- Prepare cost breakdowns, material estimates, and manpower projections for marine and energy-related projects
- Liaise with clients through management for clarifications and additional inputs
- Work across cross-functional teams to gather and validate bid requirements
- Stay updated on market trends and technological developments in offshore and EPC sectors
- Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating tools and processes
- Support contract negotiation and documentation through the bid phase
- Implement daily operational tasks to ensure quality, compliance, and procedural alignment
What Skills Are Needed for a Senior Estimation Engineer in Dubai?
Education:
- Degree or Diploma in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related field
- Seagoing Engineers with valid certificates issued by competent authority are also considered
Experience:
- At least 10 years of experience in oil and gas EPC project estimation
- Minimum 2 years in a managerial or senior-level position
Technical Skills:
- Strong knowledge of FPSO, module fabrication, offshore platforms, and EPC estimation processes
- Familiarity with oil and gas, wind energy, and renewable project specifications and terminology
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and bid documentation tools
Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
- Strong project management, risk assessment, and decision-making skills
- Ability to handle multiple complex bids and work under pressure
- Commercial awareness and understanding of industry contract structures
What Benefits Come with This Position?
- Play a lead role in project acquisition and cost strategy in one of the world’s top maritime groups
- Work on high-value offshore, EPC, and renewable energy projects
- Competitive salary and career growth in a global infrastructure leader
- Collaborate with experienced professionals across engineering, procurement, and commercial functions
- Be part of DP World’s continued innovation in sustainable energy and marine logistics
About the company
Located in Dubai, DP World UAE is at the heart of DP World’s global operations. It is home to the flagship Jebel Ali Port, a premier maritime gateway and trade hub for a region serving more than 3.5 billion people.
DP World UAE’s portfolio includes Jebel Ali Port, Mina Rashid Cruise Terminal, P&O Marinas, Mina Al Hamriya, and key economic zones such as Jafza, National Industries Park, and Dubai Auto Zone.
Jebel Ali Port is among the world’s largest container ports and has been voted “Best Seaport in the Middle East” for 24 consecutive years. It offers direct connections to over 150 ports worldwide and features the largest man-made harbour globally.
DP World UAE is looking to hire a Senior Estimation Engineer – Offshore and EPC Projects to support pre-tender processes and project cost estimation across oil and gas, renewables, and marine infrastructure. Based in Dubai, this role involves technical evaluation, bid preparation, and coordination with project, procurement, and production teams for accurate and competitive tender submissions.
Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Function: Engineering and Technical Services
Salary: AED 22000 - AED 28000 (Estimated market range, not provided by the employer - always negotiable)
Gender: Any
What Does a Senior Estimation Engineer Do?
- Support management in evaluating tenders, analyzing risks, and forming bid decisions
- Review client specifications and technical documents to fully understand project requirements
- Coordinate with internal departments and subcontractors for technical and commercial inputs
- Inspect vessels and offshore platforms to assess project scope and clarify specifications with client representatives
- Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates and final tender documents for offshore, conversion, and EPC projects
- Develop financial summaries and risk analyses for tender approvals
- Respond to tender clarifications and additional quotation requests until contract finalization
- Transfer the complete project file with key highlights and specifications to the project execution team
- Ensure all internal documentation is completed in line with company standards
What Are the Key Responsibilities?
- Prepare cost breakdowns, material estimates, and manpower projections for marine and energy-related projects
- Liaise with clients through management for clarifications and additional inputs
- Work across cross-functional teams to gather and validate bid requirements
- Stay updated on market trends and technological developments in offshore and EPC sectors
- Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating tools and processes
- Support contract negotiation and documentation through the bid phase
- Implement daily operational tasks to ensure quality, compliance, and procedural alignment
What Skills Are Needed for a Senior Estimation Engineer in Dubai?
Education:
- Degree or Diploma in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related field
- Seagoing Engineers with valid certificates issued by competent authority are also considered
Experience:
- At least 10 years of experience in oil and gas EPC project estimation
- Minimum 2 years in a managerial or senior-level position
Technical Skills:
- Strong knowledge of FPSO, module fabrication, offshore platforms, and EPC estimation processes
- Familiarity with oil and gas, wind energy, and renewable project specifications and terminology
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and bid documentation tools
Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
- Strong project management, risk assessment, and decision-making skills
- Ability to handle multiple complex bids and work under pressure
- Commercial awareness and understanding of industry contract structures
What Benefits Come with This Position?
- Play a lead role in project acquisition and cost strategy in one of the world’s top maritime groups
- Work on high-value offshore, EPC, and renewable energy projects
- Competitive salary and career growth in a global infrastructure leader
- Collaborate with experienced professionals across engineering, procurement, and commercial functions
- Be part of DP World’s continued innovation in sustainable energy and marine logistics
About the company
Located in Dubai, DP World UAE is at the heart of DP World’s global operations. It is home to the flagship Jebel Ali Port, a premier maritime gateway and trade hub for a region serving more than 3.5 billion people.
DP World UAE’s portfolio includes Jebel Ali Port, Mina Rashid Cruise Terminal, P&O Marinas, Mina Al Hamriya, and key economic zones such as Jafza, National Industries Park, and Dubai Auto Zone.
Jebel Ali Port is among the world’s largest container ports and has been voted “Best Seaport in the Middle East” for 24 consecutive years. It offers direct connections to over 150 ports worldwide and features the largest man-made harbour globally.
