Estimator - Sofon Newcastle

ZipRecruiter; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in maritime infrastructure is seeking an Estimator for a significant shipyard development project in Newcastle. The ideal candidate will possess extensive estimating experience, particularly in oil and gas projects, and will play a crucial role in cost analysis and contractor negotiations during the design phases. Join us to contribute to a project that's set to drive local employment and industrial growth while leveraging your engineering expertise.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of estimating experience.
• At least 5 years in oil & gas, petrochemical, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong command of English, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and detailed capital cost estimates.
• Prepare estimates using MTOs, IFC drawings, and benchmarks.
• Review contractor-submitted estimates and bids.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Effective planning

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Excel

K Base

Job description

Job Description** New Vacancy **

Estimator – Maritime Infrastructure (Pre-FEED/FEED Phase)

Location: Newcastle, United Kingdom
Project: Maritime Infrastructure – Shipyard Development (Package 1)
Contract Duration: Until January 2026
Work Eligibility: Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK

Experience: Previous involvement in large-scale energy, oil & gas, or maritime infrastructure projects

About the Project
This initiative aims to develop multiple shipyards on both the eastern and western coasts of the country, including naval and commercial yards. The project is currently in its Pre-FEED and FEED phases and is expected to create substantial local employment opportunities and foster industrial growth.

Role Purpose
The Estimator will be responsible for providing expert cost analysis and capital expenditure forecasting across multi-disciplinary, large-scale industrial projects. You will support the development of cost estimates during conceptual and design phases, assist in contractor negotiations, and contribute to the evaluation of bid packages and change orders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and detailed capital cost estimates across multiple disciplines




• Translate scope and technical inputs into robust cost models




• Prepare estimates using MTOs, IFC drawings, and construction benchmarks




• Establish and apply project-specific contingency factors and complexity indicators




• Review contractor-submitted estimates, bids, and change orders




• Maintain and update estimating databases and normalization metrics




• Benchmark against industry KPIs and historical data




• Support procurement and contracting teams during bid evaluation and negotiation phases




• Ensure proper use of estimating tools and maintain data confidentiality

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering




• 10–15 years of estimating experience, with at least 5 years in oil & gas, petrochemical, or infrastructure projects




• Strong Excel skills; familiarity with K Base or similar tools is advantageous




• Proficient in developing estimates, setting up cost codes, and reporting frameworks




• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multi-disciplinary project teams and external vendors




• International project experience and cross-cultural communication skills are highly valued




• Strong command of English, both written and verbal

Key Competencies

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving




• Effective planning and organizational skills




• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities




• Results-driven with a commitment to excellence




• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic project environment

If you meet the requirements above, Please apply!