Location Zoetermeer

Duration Permanent

Salary Negotiable

Role & Responsibilities:   The duties and responsibilities of the Senior Estimator include but shall not be limited to the following:  Provide / ensure a consistent approach to all functions of estimating for both tenders and contracts. Prepare and plan the estimate. Identify interfaces and timing for estimate production. Check the availability, scope and quality of technical and other information. Prepare concise estimates indicating all required financial information available thus enabling Management to assess and approve the estimates, confident that all financial and commercial aspects have been considered by the Estimating Department in conjunction with Company Engineering and Management Specialists and Departments. Satisfy the requirements of both Company and Clients by preparing cost estimates of designated accuracy with all identifiable risk factors considered. Prepare for each awarded contract the Initial Control Estimate as a basis for Cost Control from which future forecasts and trends can be developed in support of the Project Cost Engineering function. Maintain and update estimating statistics, methods and data thus providing a comprehensive and reliable source of information in order to achieve total estimated values that can be utilised with confidence. Ensure that all classifications of estimates are developed where necessary and that basic costs are defined and comply with specifications including work / cost breakdown structures in accordance with Company and / or Client Procedures in respect of the Plant definition. Prepare estimates coded in accordance with the Company Cost Coding structure for project standardisation and data feedback. Provide input into Risk Analysis and prepare Cash Flow where necessary in accordance with Company Procedures. Prepare estimate for Management Reviews and Approvals, in accordance with Company Procedures.

Requirements

Essential Qualifications and Experience Required:  At least 8 years experience in an Estimating role or closely related role. Engineering Degree or equivalent qualifications (preferred). High level of competence in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and other IT systems. High level of experience in the production of all types of estimates. Understanding of the engineering workflow for a Project and manage priorities. Site experience. Mentoring staff. Personal Qualities:

• Assertive, enthusiastic, pro-active, creative and able to motivate others.
• Good at working independently and as part of a team.
• Good at developing relations, both internally and externally.
• Flexible with regards to work tasks.
• Team leadership capability.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Capable of managing own work and that of others.
• HSE conscious. 

Other Matters:

In view of the international character of our business, candidates shall be flexible to perform activities in other countries as required.

Worldwide mobility applies to business trips, short and long term assignments 

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