About the role
Job Description
Senior Cost Estimators in the Energy and Natural Resources division develop cost estimates control structures of Oil & Gas, Mining, Chemicals and Clean Energies & Decarbonisation projects and programmes of various sizes, depending upon their complexity (over 500M€). These services are delivered in CAPEX and OPEX projects from Concept and Order of Magnitude to Close-out levels, as well as in all project life cycles (pre-FEED, FEED, tendering, EPC, ...).
Senior Cost Estimators undertake the above while maintaining a strong commercial relationship with the clients, using effective communication techniques, and ensuring client satisfaction.
Key accountabilities
Service Delivery
* Apply first principles estimating in the Energy and Resources sector * Prepare capital cost estimates to meet industry standard estimate classification guidelines * Apply and efficiently utilise approved work breakdown and cost breakdown structures * Support key tendering activities, including preparation of pre-tender estimates * Analyse project change and the provision of feedback on areas of risk and opportunities * Work collaboratively and seamlessly with all other key project and programme functions such as cost, risk, and planning teams * Analyse and assess costs and estimates provided by suppliers and contractors * Provide process and technical estimating support production of feasibility studies * Provide estimating support to manage project budget and scope (Value Engineering)
Business Generation
* Support the development of allocated sector/ service/ client marketing action plans. * Provide and update contact and lead information for incorporation onto the database. * Maintain client care activity for the commissions either under your control or that you are working on. * Produce / maintain case studies for commissions either under your control or that you are working on. * Identifying cross selling opportunities with current clients. * Identifying new opportunities with current clients. * Support new bids. * Support Group marketing initiatives.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field. * Minimum of 10 years of experience in cost estimation, preferably within the Energy and Natural Resources sector. * Strong analytical and numerical skills. * Proficiency in estimation software (e.g., OnScreen Takeoff, Bluebeam). * Excellent communication and negotiation skills. * Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. * Knowledge of industry standards and best practices.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience with large-scale projects ($100M - $20B). * Familiarity with civil/site construction, mechanical and electrical systems, and structural systems.
Additional Information
At Turner & Townsend, we provide a friendly, diverse, and stimulating place to work. New ideas and innovation are encouraged. In addition, we offer:
* A competitive salary based on your role and experience * 25 vacation days, with the option to purchase additional days * Monthly team gatherings where you can get to know your colleagues in an informal way (think: barbecues, graffiti workshops, chocolate making, padel/golf/running sessions, social drinks) * Development opportunities tailored to your ambitions * An enthusiastic team ready to welcome you and help you navigate Turner & Townsend
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