Lead Estimator

Requisition ID: 99518 

Job Category: Engineering 

Location: Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia 
 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. 

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Lead Estimator – Riyadh , KSA

Hatch is supporting Ma’aden’s Project Elevate—one of the Kingdom’s most ambitious mining and infrastructure growth programs—and we are looking for an experienced Lead Estimator to join our EPCM team in the Middle East.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of capital cost estimates (AACE Class 5 to Class 1) for large multi-disciplinary EPCM projects


• Prepare Basis of Estimate (BoE) and Estimating Plans


• Develop first-principles and factored estimates, including direct/indirect costs


• Review quantity take-offs across civil, structural, piping, and E&I


• Conduct commercial bid evaluations for vendors and contractors


• Support cost baseline development, cash flow, and escalation forecasting


• Monitor cost performance, variations, and claims during execution


• Interface with clients and stakeholders through reporting and presentations

About You

• Engineering degree (Mechanical preferred)


• 10–15 years of estimating experience in mining, metals, or energy projects (EPCM preferred)


• Experience across full project lifecycle (study through execution)


• Strong knowledge of construction practices and productivity factors


• Familiar with estimating tools (Candy preferred)


• Excellent client-facing and communication skills

Language

English required; Arabic is an asset

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference


• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions


• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment


• Long term career development


• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.