Material Estimator

Job Description Roles & Responsibilities Conduct site inspections to identify, classify, and estimate ferrous and non-ferrous scrap generated from demolition, dismantling, decommissioning, industrial shutdown, and recycling projects. Accurately estimate recoverable material quantities, grades, composition, purity, contamination levels, and market value to support commercial, procurement, and operational decisions. Prepare material take-offs, estimation reports, recovery forecasts, and technical recommendations to support project bidding, material purchasing, and asset valuation. Identify reusable, recyclable, and saleable materials, and recommend the most cost-effective recovery, processing, and disposal methods. Verify material quantities through physical inspections, engineering drawings, inventories, weighbridge records, and on-site measurements. Coordinate with project teams to ensure the proper segregation, handling, loading, transportation, and storage of recovered materials at AQG recycling facilities or other designated locations. Monitor the movement of materials from project sites to recycling facilities, ensuring accurate documentation, traceability, and reconciliation of dispatched and received quantities. Support the evaluation of scrap purchasing opportunities by providing technical assessments, recovery estimates, and commercial recommendations based on prevailing market conditions. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local and international scrap metal prices, recycling market trends, and industry developments to support accurate material valuation and business decisions. Participate in site visits, client meetings, and pre-bid surveys to collect technical information, assess material availability, and identify commercial opportunities. Ensure compliance with company policies, HSE standards, environmental regulations, and client specifications throughout estimation, inspection, and material handling activities. Prepare accurate and timely technical reports, inspection records, and estimation documents while maintaining the confidentiality and integrity of all commercial and business-sensitive information. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, suppliers, site personnel, and internal departments to support efficient project execution and business objectives. Be willing to travel extensively throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at short notice and accept temporary assignments at project sites, recycling facilities, industrial plants, ports, or customer locations as required by business needs. Occasional international travel may also be required. The role operates within a multi-disciplinary project environment, requiring close coordination with engineering, procurement, construction, finance, and external contractors. The position ensures that project decisions are supported by accurate data, forecasts, and performance insights, enabling timely and effective project execution. Desired Candidate Profile Qualification Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Project Management, or related field. Experience 3–5 years of experience Skill & Competencies Strong understanding of the different types of scrap materials of different shapes and sizes Strong written and verbal communication and negotiation skills in English and Arabic Sales and Marketing skills Market Research skills with analytical approach to solving business problems, knowledge of different types of vehicles and equipment used for loading and unloading of Scrap materials Abilities to deal with competing demands and deliver results with limited supervision Numerical, budgeting and Team management skills Well-developed interpersonal skills with an ability to manage multiple projects Ability to maintain a high standard of integrity and confidentiality Employment Type Full Time Company Industry MetalsSteelIronAluminiumFabrication Department / Functional Area Engineering Keywords ProcurementCost AnalysisConstruction CostsValue EngineeringConstruction Cost AnalystProject EstimatorEstimating EngineerFinanceHSEQualityProject Manager Get real-time job updates only on our App