Electrical Estimation Engineer - Infrastructure | UAE

RAWAJ · Cairo, Egypt · Posted 2026-02-04

Leverage your technical leadership and join a well-established and renowned Emirati construction company, recognized for delivering complex power and energy infrastructure projects across the UAE and the wider GCC region.As an Electrical Estimation Engineer – Infrastructure, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for electrical infrastructure projects including LV/MV/HV networks, substations, cable laying, street lighting, and utility works. The role requires strong technical understanding, excellent take-off skills, and full ownership of pricing and tender submissions in line with project requirements, applicable standards, and deadlines.Key AccountabilitiesConducting detailed reviews and comprehensive studies of tender documents, drawings, and specifications.Preparing complete project take-offs using PlanSwift and AutoCAD (layouts, SLDs, schematics, cable routing drawings).Developing detailed pricing and cost build-up using CCS software, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness.Preparing and issuing RFIs and RFQs, clarifying scope and technical requirements with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.Maintaining structured tender logs for each project and ensuring proper tracking of submissions, revisions, and deadlines.Following up with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure timely receipt of quotations and technical offers.Preparing comparison sheets and evaluating supplier/subcontractor quotations to support final pricing decisions.Preparing technical qualifications and supporting documents required for tender submission.Ensuring estimates comply with applicable standards and codes (IEC, IEEE, NEC, and local utility/authority requirements).Coordinating with internal teams to ensure alignment on scope, assumptions, and submission requirements.Knowledge, Skills, and ExperienceWe Are Looking For: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (mandatory).5 to 10 years of experience in electrical estimation and tendering within the UAE/GCC contracting / infrastructure / utility / EPC environment.Strong exposure to electrical infrastructure systems including LV, MV, and HV.Proven experience in projects such as: - Substations - Cable laying works - Street lighting networks - Power distribution and utility worksStrong knowledge of CCS software for pricing and detailed cost build-up.Proficiency in PlanSwift and AutoCAD for full project take-offs.Excellent MS Office skills, especially Excel (BOQs, comparison sheets, pricing analysis).Strong ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications (SLDs, layouts, cable routing, schematics).Strong analytical thinking, communication, coordination, and time-management skills.Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tenders simultaneously.Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.

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