Senior Estimator - General

Shuter Smith International; Zuid-Holland; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Shuter Smith International is seeking a Senior Estimator with a strong FEED/EPC background to drive cost estimation for major Oil & Gas, Chemical and Petrochemical projects in Europe. You will lead estimating activities, coordinate inputs from engineering, review ITB/tender documentation and benchmark costs against historical data.

The role offers growth, international exposure, and a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 12+ years engineering experience with FEED/EPC estimating.
• Experience in Oil & Gas, Chemical or Petrochemical sectors.
• Strong understanding of specs and drawings and estimating methodologies.
• Experience evaluating vendor quotations and cost models.
• Advanced MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate cost estimating activities for FEED and EPC proposals.
• Review ITB/tender docs and identify risks.
• Prepare engineering, procurement, PM and construction cost estimates.
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines for inputs and bid deadlines.
• Evaluate vendor quotations and prepare cost estimates.
• Produce feasibility studies incl. NPV, IRR and payback.
• Estimate project man-hours and contingencies.
• Benchmark costs using historical data and maintain cost database.
• Participate in proposal reviews and improve estimating processes.

Skills

Estimating & cost modelling

Project cost control

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

A superb opportunity for an accomplished Senior Estimator to join a leading international engineering organisation. This role is ideal for an experienced professional with a strong background in FEED and EPC cost estimating, supporting major projects across the Oil & Gas, Chemical and Petrochemical sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate cost estimating activities for FEED and EPC proposals.
• Review ITB/tender documentation and identify commercial, technical and project risks.
• Prepare engineering, procurement, project management and construction cost estimates.
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines to obtain accurate estimating inputs and meet bid deadlines.
• Evaluate vendor quotations and prepare equipment and bulk material cost estimates.
• Produce feasibility studies including NPV, IRR and payback calculations.
• Estimate project man-hours, assess execution risks and recommend appropriate contingencies.
• Benchmark costs using historical project data and maintain the company cost database.
• Participate in proposal reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of estimating processes.

Your Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 12 years' engineering experience, including at least 5 years in FEED/EPC cost estimating.
• Proven background within the Oil & Gas, Chemical or Petrochemical industries.
• Strong understanding of technical specifications, engineering drawings and estimating methodologies.
• Experience evaluating vendor quotations and preparing accurate project cost models.
• Advanced MS Excel skills with proficiency in Word and PowerPoint.
• Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• EU citizenship is preferred.

Offer

A dynamic role in a fast-growing company with significant growth opportunities and the potential for international exposure.

A market competitive salary and benefits package will be offered and candidates looking to relocate from abroad (EU/Non-EU) will be considered and supported in this process.

This is a permanent position (company payroll) and not a contract role.