SME - Cost Estimator

Wood; Oman; On-site; OMR 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering and consulting seeks a Senior Cost Estimator to oversee project estimates and guide an estimating team. The role emphasizes accuracy in estimating processes, budgeting, and team management, ideally suited for a seasoned professional with analytical skills and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum ten (10) years of progressive industry experience, with eight (8) years in estimating roles.
• Thorough knowledge of estimating techniques and systems.
• Prior experience in a Senior Estimating role and managing a team.

Responsibilities

• Preparation, review, and submission of accurate estimates for services.
• Manage the project estimating team and ensure compliance with standards.
• Drive continuous improvement within the Estimating team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Estimating methods

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical or business discipline

Job description

In this role you will be responsible for Preparation, review, and submission of accurate estimates of how much it will cost to provide a client or potential client with services. This ensures accurate budgeting and planning can take place, supports the robust control of projects throughout their lifecycle to ensure the project can be delivered profitably.
Responsible and accountable for the development of project estimates and ensuring they are prepared to the required level of detail and accuracy in accordance with contractual requirements and Wood policies, procedures, and standards.
Guides and manages the project estimating team in terms of delegating work, reviewing the work output of the team where appropriate, providing guidance and support, and managing the development of the Estimating team members.
Acts as focal point for all aspects of estimating support to the project/contract team and client, managing the communications interfaces essential for the delivery of the estimates.
Responsible for ensuring systems, process, procedures, and standards are maintained.
Accountable for identifying areas of best practise and driving continuous improvement within the Estimating team.
Accountable for ensuring cost estimates are documented and auditable and that project estimating norms and estimating data is maintained and issued in a controlled manner.
This role may be standalone or act as part of a team as determined by the requirements of the project/contract organisation.

Position is based in Oman for the duration of 12 months.

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

• requires bachelor s degree in a relevant technical or business discipline
• Typically requires a minimum of ten (10) years of progressive industry experience, with at least eight (8) years in estimating positions.
• Thorough knowledge of estimating techniques and systems with a detailed knowledge of how these are applied
• Excellent understanding of project management principles and techniques
• Excellent understanding of Cost Management, Change Control, Planning & Risk Analysis & Management
• Prior experience in a Senior Estimating role and managing a team.

Personal Attributes:

• Demonstrates commitment to Wood Values, Visions & Behaviours
• Strong analytical skills and ability to use estimating methods
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities in a fast paced environment
• Strong communication skills both written and oral
• Uses initiative, experience and a proactive approach to problem solving
• Commitment to continuous improvement
• Ability to guide, mentor & lead others

Company Industry

Department / Functional Area

• Projects

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