Estimator - Project Costing Specialist

6 days ago


Wakefield, Wakefield, United Kingdom TAIT Full time

Job Summary:

The Estimator - Project Costing Specialist will play a crucial role in assisting the organisation with various estimating tasks, ranging from entire projects down to individual parts. This includes providing accurate historical cost data and reports to help manage staff, evaluate future elements, and predict final project outcomes.

This role can be based at either our Wakefield or Haverhill near Cambridge site.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the preparation of realistic estimates to support the development and management of projects.
  • Incorporate feedback from involved teams to deliver projects within a given budget.
  • Build a database of past project costs and forecasting tools to inform future bids.
  • Work closely with Project Management, Design, Finance, Procurement, and Production Control on estimates, production estimates (PE), etc.
  • Engage Fabrication, Machine, and Integration in the estimating process when applicable.
  • Navigate ERP to pull relevant data for estimation comparisons.
  • Regularly walk the Fabrication floor to observe progress and learn patterns of various elements during production.
  • Ability to sensibly produce estimates with appropriate fidelity depending on the requirement and the time available (Nuclear, ROM, Preliminary Estimate, and Bid Estimate).
  • Adaptability and flexibility in collating and presenting data dependent on bid requirements.
  • Creative aptitude with a solid understanding of construction techniques and materials.
  • Support other project tasks as assigned, for example, Cost to Complete (CTC).
  • Collaborate effectively and efficiently with all members of the Estimating team.
  • Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.
  • Attend meetings, seminars, and training sessions as required.
  • Perform assigned duties according to the policies and expectations prescribed by the company.
  • Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in any field or 4 years of relevant work experience.
  • 2-4 years of experience in controls, construction, estimation, bidding, or proposal building.
  • Experience with ERP software (I.E. Epicor).
  • Strong numeracy skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and detail-oriented environment.
  • Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite of products.


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