Lead Estimator

John Wood Group • Greenville, SC

77d • Hybrid

About The Position

Wood is currently seeking a highly motivated Lead Estimator to come join its Process and Chemicals business. This role will be responsible and accountable 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. Act as focal point for all aspects of estimating support to the project/contract team and client, managing the communications interfaces essential for the delivery of the estimates. Specialty Chemicals, Pulp & Paper, BioProducts, Power Generation, Life Sciences, Pharma estimation experience would be considered an asset for this position.

Requirements

• 5 -10 years of progressive industry experience, with at least five (5) years in estimating positions for Industrial projects
• Thorough knowledge of estimating techniques and systems with a detailed knowledge of how these are applied
• Excellent understanding of project management principles and techniques
• Excellent understanding of Cost Management, Change Control, Planning & Risk Analysis & Management

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Specialty Chemicals, Pulp & Paper, BioProducts, Power Generation, Life Sciences, Pharma estimation

Responsibilities

• Verify and approve the Basis of Estimate for project cost estimates for wider approval
• Develop, issue, and maintain project cost estimates in accordance with the Basis of Estimate including statements of work scope, assumptions, man-hour estimates, narratives, and review & comment of client documents
• Facilitate and chair the internal review of project cost estimates, ensuring updates are actioned and estimate approval is obtained as required
• Review and deliver estimates to Wood management and the client for approval
• Review and ensure updates to projects cost estimates are completed in a controlled manner
• Liaise with other Project Controls disciplines to ensure projects budgets and schedules are developed to reflect the structure and content of the approved project cost estimate
• Liaise with engineering, procurement, subcontract and construction functions to maintain awareness of the requirements and costs of labor, plant and equipment, materials, subcontracts, offices, IT, and other provisions, to ensure these are accurately reflected in the project cost estimate
• Accountable for the formal filing of project and proposal estimates, the collection of project historical data and the continuous update of estimating databases and norms in a controlled manner
• Review and issue change orders in accordance with the appropriate change notifications
• May review and communicate cost and schedule impact of change notifications
• Lead and participate in Project Controls Compliance and Continuous Improvement Reviews
• Play a key role in the mentoring and career development of Estimating personnel
• Ensure estimates are prepared in compliance with Wood processes, procedures, and guidelines
• Promote the use of standard estimating systems, procedures, and work methods
• Developing project specific estimate plans, schedules, and basis within the project team
• Supervising and managing a team in the development of conceptual, factored, semi-detailed, and detailed cost estimates
• Mentoring and coaching members of the estimating team to ensure their ongoing development
• Reviewing and evaluating vendor and subcontractor quotes
• Performing detailed quantitative, cost, and productivity analysis
• Plan, schedule, and lead the estimate review and presentation process
• Presentation of the estimate to Wood and Client management
• Maintenance and support of historical estimating databases, escalation indices, and productivity data

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid working
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews
• Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Support Activities for Mining