KBR

Cost Estimator (Proposals)

Abu Dhabi, UAEPosted 3 days ago

Salary
AED 11k–15k a month· est.
Job type
Full time
Level
Senior
Field
Construction & Engineering
Work mode
On site

About the role

Title: Cost Estimator (Proposals) "Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals. KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets." KBR Is looking for a Cost Estimator (Infrastructure) to be based in Abu Dhabi - UAE Job Description Under general supervision, solves complex problems requiring detailed knowledge of field and industry best practices in project controls related to the preliminary or definitive estimates for projects. Calculates estimates by using processes, labor availability and productivity, material prices, based on historical data. Tabulates cost studies, cash flows, and prospect analysis. Uses experience and problem solving skills to develop and improve processes. At this level, employees typically expected to perform duties for 2 or more functional disciplines. May provide guidance to less experienced team members. Skills required for this job are typically acquired through the completion of an undergraduate degree and 8+ years of experience. Education - Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or equivalent) Experience - 8-12 years in estimating and proposals - Minimum 5 years in infrastructure proposals within GCC markets. - Experience with major clients such as:- TAQA - Diriyah Company - EWEC - ADNOC Distribution - ARAMCO Software Skills - Advanced Excel (mandatory) - Power BI (Desirable) - Power Query, etc. (Desirable) Key Competencies - Proposal estimating - Infrastructure engineering knowledge - Commercial acumen - Cost benchmarking - Resource planning - Risk analysis - Financial modelling - Negotiation skills - Tender evaluation - Stakeholder management - Presentation and reporting skills

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or equivalent); 8-12 years in estimating and proposals; Minimum 5 years in infrastructure proposals within GCC markets.

Responsibilities

Under general supervision, solves complex problems requiring detailed knowledge of field and industry best practices in project controls related to the preliminary or definitive estimates for projects. Calculates estimates by using processes, labor availability and productivity, material prices, based on historical data. Tabulates cost studies, cash flows, and prospect analysis. Uses experience and problem solving skills to develop and improve processes. At this level, employees typically expected to perform duties for 2 or more functional disciplines. May provide guidance to less experienced team members.

Skills

  • Advanced Excel
  • Power BI
  • Power Query
  • Cost benchmarking
  • Financial modelling
  • Negotiation skills
  • Tender evaluation
  • Stakeholder management
  • Presentation and reporting
  • Proposal estimating
  • Infrastructure engineering knowledge

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