Estimating Engineer

ENITEQ; Houthalen; Sur place; EUR 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

ENITEQ, located in Houthalen, is seeking an Estimating Engineer to conduct detailed analyses of project specifications, ensuring accurate cost estimates for materials, labor, and equipment. The role involves collaboration with project managers and engineers to determine effective cost-saving solutions.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and experience in cost estimation, with a focus on continuous improvement and industry trends. You will be responsible for monitoring cost effectiveness and preparing reports to support business activities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cost estimation processes.
• Ability to analyze project specifications and documentation.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsabilités

• Conduct detailed analysis of project costs.
• Establish cost estimates for production processes.
• Review bids from subcontractors for conformity.

Connaissances

Cost estimation

Analytical skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Cost analysis

Outils

Estimating software

Description du poste

For our customer in Houthalen we're searching for an Estimating Engineer.

Your key responsibilities:

• Conducting detailed analysis of project specifications and drawings to accurately estimate costs associated with materials, labor, and equipment
• Determine cost estimate targets during the design and development process, recommending cost effective solutions
• Working cross-functionally with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to gather comprehensive details for precise estimation
• Gather proposals, specifications and related documents and liaise with stakeholders in order to convert specifications to cost estimates for new and current machines
• Reviewing bids from subcontractors and vendors for conformity to project requirements and overall budgetary constraints
• Implementing best practices in cost estimation and establishing protocols for regular updating and revising of estimates
• Establish cost estimates of production processes and tooling costs and review alternatives or put forward recommendations for improvement
• Presenting, explaining, and justifying project estimates to senior management and relevant stakeholders
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, new technologies, and government regulations that could affect project costs
• Utilize cost methodologies and tools and appropriate software models and packages to prepare and maintain reliable and accurate data
• Assess cost effectiveness of products and track actual costs relative to budget and report status on a regular basis to ensure costs are in line with forecasts
• Monitor and review data and information to detect or assess problems
• Investigate and identify cost reduction opportunities through cost analysis review
• Contribute to cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures and monitor trends
• Prepare cost and expenditure statements, reports and other necessary documentation at regular intervals to share with others in the business
• Support all activities in cost estimating and take a proactive approach towards improvements
• Create sales layouts