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Design and Estimation Engineer at Frank Management Consult Ltd



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Job Description

Frank Management Consult Ltd is an international management consulting agency.

We work with major companies, raising their performance, driving their strategies and enhancing their productivity.


Design and Estimation Engineer

The Incumbent will be responsible for overseeing a multidisciplinary design team, ensuring all designs are functional, compliant, cost-effective, and delivered on time.

The role requires proficiency in CAD design, mechanical systems, material costing, and a deep understanding of the full project lifecycle from concept through to fabrication and installation


Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Analyse design and project specifications to generate accurate cost forecasts, while identifying potential cost-saving opportunities.

  • Attend project meetings to communicate design intent, resolve technical issues, and track design deliverables.

  • Conduct regular performance reviews, identify skill gaps, and recommend training or professional development programs.

  • Coordinate design revisions based on production feedback, client input, and site conditions.

  • Ensure that all design outputs comply with applicable industry codes, health and safety regulations, and company standards.

  • Ensure that all estimations align with project margins and financial targets, without compromising on quality.

  • Guide the design process from conceptualization through to final documentation, ensuring compliance with engineering principles and client requirements.

  • Implement design validation and verification processes to minimize errors, rework, and material waste.

  • Lead the estimation process for projects, preparing comprehensive Bills of Materials, labour breakdowns, and material take-offs.

  • Maintain a master drawing register and ensure its consistent updating across all departments.

  • Maintain and update a cost database based on supplier quotes, past projects, and market trends.

  • Manage, coach and develop a high performing Maintenance team that meets agreed objectives and which delivers best practice results, added value and continuous improvements.

  • Monitor the completion of tasks and ensure good performance and record on appropriate systems.

  • Oversee the development of innovative and efficient designs across mechanical and joinery projects, ensuring manufacturability and aesthetic appeal.

  • Provide technical input during project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.

  • Provide technical oversight, ensuring all drawings and outputs meet quality, accuracy, and regulatory standards.

  • Review and approve technical drawings, assembly details, material specifications, and production layouts created by design staff.

  • Set department objectives/KPIs and review and assess ongoing performance of direct reports.

  • Support, comply and ensure complicity with Health & Safety regulations, the Company Handbook, Quality and Environmental standards, and all other Company policies and procedures.

  • Work closely with the operations, procurement, and sales teams to align design deliverables with production capacity, client expectations, and project timelines.
  • Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

  • 12+ years of experience in design and estimation, preferably in manufacturing, sheet metal, joinery, or construction environments.

  • Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ArchiCAD).

  • Strong command of cost estimation tools, material analysis, and production methods.

  • Proven leadership experience managing multi-disciplinary design teams.

  • Required Skill Profession

    Engineers



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