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Estimator

Employer
Wood
Location
South Africa
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Dec 7, 2022

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Category
Construction, Trade & Skilled
Work Term
Contract
Work Load
Full Time
Language
English
Overview / Responsibilities

Wood is currently recruiting for a Estimator w ith extensive experience in the mining and minerals industry on large capital projects, including projects in remote locations and other countries, in particular third world countries.

Job Objective:
  • Prepares, reviews, and submits 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 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. Supports more senior members of estimating team in the management of the contract or
    project estimating norms and the preparation and filing of project estimate documentation.
  • May act as the focal point for several smaller, less complex project scopes..


Skills / Qualifications

Qualifications:
  • Typically requires ISCED level 6 (Bachelors) Degree in a relevant technical or business discipline (or equivalent gained through relevant vocational training and/or industry experience)

Knowledge, skills, and experience:
  • Typically requires a minimum of six (6) years of proressive industry experience, with at least four (4) years in estimating positions.
  • Good knowledge of estimating techniques and systems with a detailed knowledge of how these are
    applied
  • Detailed understanding of project management principles and techniques
  • Good understanding of Cost Management, Change Control, Planning & Risk Analysis & Management

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
  • Effective organization & planning skills
  • 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 Overview

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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