Estimator

Wood is currently recruiting for an Estimator to support our growing operations in Singapore. You will be responsible for the execution of project work in accordance with company procedures within the man-hour and cost budgets.

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What we can offer

Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across renewable and emerging energy sectors 

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice

Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market

Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests

Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

• Under close supervision performs the routine aspects of proposal services estimating assignments requiring knowledge and application of basic rate development principles.
• Assists in the development of estimates for minor contract scope changes, extra work orders, and minor projects
• Assist and support in the development of man-hour estimates, and review & comment of client Request for Proposal documents
• Assist in the internal review of project man-hour cost estimates, coordinating comments & updates
• Assist and support the delivery of reviewed estimates to Wood management for review and approval
• Assist and support in the production and issue of updates to projects man-hour cost estimates in a controlled manner
• Liaise with other disciplines to ensure timely proposal submissions
• Liaise with engineering, procurement, subcontract and construction functions to maintain awareness of the requirements project services cost estimate.
• Assist and support with the formal filing of proposal estimates, the collection of project historical data and the continuous update of estimating databases and norms in a controlled manner.
• Assist and support in the coordination, development, and issue of change orders in accordance with the appropriate change notifications
• May Assess and communicate cost impact of change notifications.
• Participate in Commercial Compliance and Continuous Improvement Reviews

Assist in the delivery of cost estimates where;

• prepared estimates meet Wood policy, processes, and standards
• estimates are submitted in a timely manner considering restrictions imposed by resource limitations and documentation provided by stakeholders
• the Basis of Estimate is documented
• a record of approved estimates is maintained
• Current contract rates are reflected in estimates
• Contingency risk analysis is carried out as specified in Wood policy, processes, and standards

Internal:

• Deals directly with immediate supervisor, co-workers, and team members
• Engages in routine exchanges of information
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate across the business
• Actively promote Wood procedures and initiatives in line with company Values.
• Engage with and promote functional & cross contract development including: Networking/knowledge sharing
• Maintain communication with respective focal points
• Manage interfaces across functional and business boundaries

Qualifications:

• Typically requires Bachelors Degree/Diploma 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 two (2) years of relevant industry experience, not necessarily in estimating.
• Good level of general computer skills (specifically MS excel)
• Basic understanding of project management principles and techniques

Personal Attributes

• Demonstrates commitment to Wood Values, Visions & Behaviors
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective organization & planning skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities in a fast paced environment