Cost Estimator
Posted 2 weeks ago by Kintec Global Recruitment
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Cost Estimator at a Naval Shipyard in Newcastle involves estimating costs for maritime projects, including dredging and marine structures. The position requires extensive experience in cost estimation, budgeting, and familiarity with Saudi Aramco procedures. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and proficiency in estimation software, along with the ability to evaluate costs and prepare detailed Bills of Quantities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct cost estimation for shipyard/maritime projects, including dredging, reclamation, and marine structures.
- Prepare detailed Bills of Quantities (BoQs), cost breakdowns, and unit rates.
- Evaluate direct and indirect costs, equipment/productivity rates, and contingencies.
- Perform quantity take-offs from models and drawings.
- Utilize estimation and planning software effectively.
- Interpret drawings accurately using CAD/Navisworks.
- Incorporate risk allowances and contingencies into estimates.
- Stay informed about local and regional market rates for materials, labour, equipment, and subcontractors.
Key Skills:
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Marine Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- More than 10 years' experience in projects cost estimation.
- Familiarity with Saudi Aramco estimation procedures.
- Professional certifications in cost estimation (if available).
- Competence in estimation and planning software (e.g., CostX, Excel, Primavera).
- Ability to evaluate costs and prepare detailed Bills of Quantities.
- Knowledge of supply chain challenges and logistics.
- Experience with the FIDIC contractual framework and its pricing implications.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Role: Naval Shipyard - Cost Estimator
Location: Newcastle, UK
Duration/End: 31st January 2025
Rate: Negotiable
Experience:
- Prior experience projects cost estimation for shipyard/maritime projects, including dredging, reclamation, and marine structures (quay walls, jetties, breakwaters, revetments, etc.), as well as infrastructure, utilities, industrial workshops, and supporting facilities.
- Familiarity with Saudi Aramco estimation procedures.
- More than 10 years' experience in projects cost estimation, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
Technical & Professional Capabilities:
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Marine Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Professional certifications in cost estimation (if available).
- Competent in preparing detailed Bills of Quantities (BoQs), cost breakdowns, and unit rates.
- Ability to evaluate direct and indirect costs, equipment/productivity rates, and contingencies.
- Skilled in quantity take-offs from models and drawings.
- Proficient in estimation and planning software (e.g., CostX, Excel, Primavera) or similar tools.
- Ability to use CAD/Navisworks and interpret drawings accurately.
- Aware of local (KSA) and regional market rates for materials, labour, equipment, and subcontractors.
- Knowledge of supply chain challenges, lead times, and logistics.
- Ability to quantify and incorporate risk allowances and contingencies into estimates.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with the FIDIC contractual framework and its pricing implications.