Senior Estimator
Core
Lead end-to-end development, review, and approval of high-quality cost estimates for complex energy projects, providing commercial insight and strategic bid support.
Role type
Senior Estimating Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Builds
Accurate, transparent, and competitive project estimates and commercial strategies
Domain
Energy, Infrastructure, Industrial Solutions, Marine, Shipbuilding
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Cost engineering, quantity surveying, cost modelling, risk analysis, tender documentation analysis, Basis of Estimate (BOE) development, stakeholder influence, multidisciplinary project management, analytical problem-solving
Preferred skills
Defence/Marine/Shipbuilding/Construction sector experience, tendering framework knowledge, cash flow modelling, estimating software proficiency
Technologies
Estimating software, project controls systems
Responsibilities
Lead preparation and development of detailed project estimates; Analyse tender documentation and project requirements; Develop and manage Basis of Estimate (BOE) process; Facilitate estimate review sessions and present to approval committees; Produce detailed cost analysis and reporting; Liaise with Engineering, Procurement, Finance, and external suppliers to develop cost models; Develop and maintain standard labour rates and resource rate cards; Conduct productivity, quantitative, and cost analysis; Develop cash flow and financial models; Evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations; Conduct risk assessments and SWOT analyses; Lead project handovers for awarded contracts
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic input