Mechanical Estimator

COENS ENERGY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm in Singapore is seeking a Mechanical Cost Estimator. This role involves reviewing tender documents and engineering specifications to provide accurate estimates for mechanical works. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and 3 to 5 years of experience in cost estimating within the construction industry. The position may also involve mentoring junior team members and communicating with various project stakeholders. Competitive package offered.

Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years of Mechanical Cost Estimating Experience.
• Prior experience in the Construction Industry is required.
• Candidates with more experience could be considered for a Senior position.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documents to understand project details.
• Provide detailed quantity take-offs against technical drawings.
• Communicate competitive rates with Suppliers and Sub-contractors.
• Mentor Junior Estimators within the team.

Skills

Mechanical Cost Estimating

Cost Planning

Communication with Project Stakeholders

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Relevant Discipline

Job description

Responsibilities

• Reviews tender documents/requests for proposals to understand project details and requirements.
• Reviews and interprets engineering documentation such as drawings/specifications/scope of works to fully understand the project requirements for detailed and accurate estimating.
• Provides detailed and accurate quantity and component take-offs against the technical drawings, specifications, and scope of work documentation.
• Provides timely clarifications for ongoing submission within the tender/RFP duration.
• Ensures the flow of bid project information is maintained and documented.
• Provides current and competitive industry schedule of rates against the take-offs.
• Validates and Creates BOM rates by using first principle build ups.
• Communicates and negotiates competitive rates with Suppliers and Sub-contractors.
• Provides costing data and input into the proposal formats required by the tender documentation.
• Collates and checks tender bids against estimates to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Works within the Estimating Team, reporting to the Estimating Manager or Project Manager.
• Coordinates with other Discipline Estimators and Engineers.
• Senior position acts as a mentor to other Junior Estimators / Members of the Team.
• Maintains Company Pricing Databases.
• Provides support to other team members with regards to estimating and tendering.
• Coordinates between other disciplines such as the Engineering, Procurement and Commercial departments both at RBU level to close estimating scope gaps.
• Adheres to Corporate Policies and Guidelines

Qualification

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Relevant Discipline or Equivalent
• 3 – 5 years of Mechanical Cost Estimating Experience.
• Candidates with more experience could be considered in Senior position.
• Prior Mechanical Cost Estimating Experience in the Construction Industry.
• Prior Industrial Projects Cost Estimating Experience. (Desirable but not mandatory).
• Proficient in supporting medium to large scale projects.
• Proficient in preparing, co-ordination and consolidation of all estimating activities.
• First Principle Pricing. (Desirable but not mandatory).
• Cost Planning.
• Estimating Mechanical Works such as Building Services: ACMV, Fire Protection, and Plumbing & Sanitary system; Utilities: Compressed Dry Air, Steam (Boiler), Vacuum System, Utilities Piping, Steelworks, Tanks, Equipment Installation, Heat Exchangers, Vessels, etc.
• Estimating Process System Works in Advanced Technology Facilities and Bio Life Science Industries would have great advantages.
• Formal and informal communication various Project Stakeholders.