Estimation Engineer – Firefighting Systems

NAFFCO is hiring an Estimation Engineer – Firefighting Systems in Lagos, Nigeria. Level rates it ; you can apply on NAFFCO.

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Little AI ●○○○ is how Level rates this role: aI is not part of the work.
The posting mentions Excel, AutoCAD and estimation among its tools and skills.
Level classes it as a mid-level role.
NAFFCO has 126 other open roles on Level.
Posted within the past two weeks.

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Estimate and prepare tenders for firefighting systems by reviewing technical documents, conducting quantity take-offs, and calculating costs.

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NAFFCO Future Concerns Fire Systems (NAFFCO FCFS) is the Nigerian arm of NAFFCO, a global leader in fire protection and safety. We design, supply, supervise the installation of, and maintain fire-fighting, fire alarm and life safety systems for clients across the industrial, oil & gas, commercial and infrastructure sectors.

We are looking for an Estimator / Tender Engineer to accurately price our projects and prepare complete, compliant and competitive tender submissions, ensuring they are ready and submitted on time.

The Role

• Review tender documents, technical specifications and drawings in detail, and raise requests for information (RFIs) with clients and consultants to clarify any requirements.

• Participate in site surveys alongside the sales team and carry out quantity take-offs from project drawings to support accurate pricing.

• Prepare bills of quantities (BOQs) and cost estimates, showing supply and installation rates separately and drawing on the product catalogue and rates database.

• Prepare requests for quotation (RFQs) for suppliers and the registered subcontractor panel, then compare and evaluate the offers received.

• Compile complete tender packages, including the priced BOQ, technical compliance statement, details of deviations, datasheets and certificates.

• Monitor tender deadlines, bonds and submission requirements, and keep the tender register and document control records accurate and up to date.

• Price variations, annual maintenance contract (AMC) work and counter sales for stock items and spare parts.

• Maintain and update the price and rates database, and review estimates by comparing them with actual project costs.

Job Requirements

• B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, providing an academic foundation relevant to the role.

• [3–5] years' experience in estimation or tendering for fire-fighting systems, including systems such as sprinklers, hydrants, fire pumps, foam or gas suppression.

• Good working knowledge of NFPA standards and the components used in fire protection systems.

• Strong quantity take-off and cost-build-up skills, with the ability to account for labour, materials, subcontract work, freight and margins.

• Advanced Excel skills and the ability to read AutoCAD drawings; experience with estimating software is an advantage.

• Highly organised and accurate, with the ability to manage several tenders at the same time and meet tight deadlines.

Added Value

• Experience preparing or supporting tenders in the oil & gas sector.

• Good knowledge of, and practical exposure to, NAFFCO products and price lists.

• Experience with import costing, including freight, clearing and duties, as well as ERP systems such as Odoo.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for career growth within the NAFFCO group.

• Product and technical training covering NAFFCO's full range.

How we rate this

Estimation Engineer – Firefighting Systems at NAFFCO rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Read the description and count the AI tools, models and workflows it names.

Key facts

Estimation Engineer – Firefighting Systems is an open job at NAFFCO.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in Lagos, Nigeria.
The job was posted on October 20, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by NAFFCO. Apply on NAFFCO

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