Cost Control & Estimation Engineer – Industrial Contracting & EPC Projects | Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Location

Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Job Category

• Engineering & Technical
• Construction & Real Estate
• Operations & Supply Chain
• Energy, Oil & Gas

Job Overview

A leading company is seeking an experienced Cost Control & Estimation Engineer to join its growing team in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with strong expertise in cost estimation, project cost control, tendering, and EPC or industrial contracting projects. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting project planning, commercial evaluation, and financial performance across a range of industrial engineering projects.

The role involves preparing project estimates, budgets, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), technical and commercial proposals, and bid pricing while monitoring project costs throughout execution. Candidates with experience in mechanical maintenance, piping, structural steel, industrial painting, protective coatings, insulation, and shutdown or turnaround projects will be highly valued.

This position offers excellent career growth opportunities for engineering professionals looking to strengthen their expertise in project controls, commercial management, and industrial project execution. Continuous professional development, technical training, and relevant certification programs can further enhance long-term career progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed project cost estimates and budgets.
• Perform project cost control and financial monitoring.
• Conduct forecasting and variance analysis throughout project execution.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and quantity take-offs.
• Develop technical and commercial proposals for tenders.
• Evaluate tenders and prepare competitive bid pricing.
• Review supplier and subcontractor quotations for cost efficiency.
• Prepare periodic cost reports and profitability analyses.
• Monitor project costs and recommend corrective actions.
• Support commercial negotiations and contract documentation.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and project management teams.
• Ensure accurate documentation for estimates and project cost records.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Experience

• 5–8 years of relevant experience in industrial contracting or EPC projects.
• Strong experience in cost control, estimation, and tendering.
• Experience in one or more of the following disciplines:
  • Mechanical Maintenance
  • Structural Steel
  • Piping
  • Industrial Painting
  • Abrasive Blasting
  • Protective Coating
  • Industrial Insulation
  • Shutdown & Turnaround Projects
• GCC project experience is preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Primavera P6, MS Project, or ERP systems is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Cost Estimation
• Cost Control
• Project Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Variance Analysis
• Bills of Quantities (BOQs)
• Quantity Take-Offs
• Tendering
• Bid Pricing
• Commercial Proposals
• EPC Projects
• Industrial Contracting
• Microsoft Excel
• AutoCAD
• Primavera P6
• MS Project
• ERP Systems

Preferred Certifications

• AACE Certified Cost Professional (CCP) (Preferred)
• PMP – Project Management Professional (Preferred)
• Primavera P6 Certification (Preferred)
• Certified Cost Engineering or Estimation Certifications
• Relevant Mechanical Engineering Certifications

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on industrial contracting and EPC projects.
• Exposure to commercial management and project controls.
• Collaborative engineering and project delivery environment.
• Opportunities to develop expertise across multiple industrial disciplines.

Career Growth

This role provides excellent opportunities to progress into senior cost engineering, project controls, commercial management, and estimating leadership positions. Continuous training, professional development, and industry-recognized certification programs can support long-term career advancement.

Application Process

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