Parsons Corporation
Multinational technology‑driven engineering and infrastructure firm serving government and private sectors.
Associate Estimating Engineer
Estimate costs, perform takeoffs, and support bid preparation for infrastructure projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Associate Estimating Engineer position is based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, and involves performing a variety of standard estimating activities on assigned projects or programs. The role supports the development of accurate cost estimates by interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documents. • Prepare material takeoffs from engineering drawings, AutoCAD, and specifications. • Develop detailed work breakdown structures (WBS) to support estimate creation. • Define scope and requirements for contracts, projects, and program elements. • Assist estimating leads with historical cost data collection, evaluation, and documentation. • Summarize bases of estimate (BOE) including scope, methodology, pricing, rates, assumptions, and quality‑control review. • Use parametric historical data to generate cost estimates for capital assets. • Produce detailed estimates with labor, material, equipment, productivity, and efficiency rates. • Perform quantity takeoffs and cost calculations using estimating software and tools. • Obtain quotations from subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers for scope definition. • Accumulate, classify, and maintain historical cost data in company databases. • Review contract documents to assess risk and assign maximum cost and schedule exposure. • Deliver quality‑controlled estimates and support higher‑level estimating staff as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸material takeoffs
- ▸wbs development
- ▸cost estimating
- ▸parametric data
- ▸quotation management
- ▸contract review
What You Bring
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline. • Minimum 3 years of estimating experience on infrastructure projects; pre‑contracts experience preferred. • Strong understanding of construction contracts, commercial documents, drawings and specifications. • Excellent verbal and written English communication skills. • Experience with estimating databases and software; familiarity with Primavera, Estimate/Schedule Transfer tools, Contract Manager, and DMCS is a plus.
Requirements
- ▸bachelor's
- ▸estimating
- ▸contracts
- ▸communication
- ▸primavera
- ▸dmcs
Benefits
Parsons invites you to imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by a leadership vision that values people, embraces agility, and fosters growth, the company cultivates an innovative culture that empowers employees to achieve their full potential.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time