JOB DESCRIPTION

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world

Wood is recruiting for a SME Cost Estimator to join our team in Oman for twelve months duration with potential extension.

In this role you will be responsible for Preparation, review, and submission of 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 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.
Guides and manages the project estimating team in terms of delegating work, reviewing the work output of the team where appropriate, providing guidance and support, and managing the development of the Estimating team members.
Acts 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.
Responsible for ensuring systems, process, procedures, and standards are maintained.
Accountable for identifying areas of best practise and driving continuous improvement within the Estimating team.
Accountable for ensuring cost estimates are documented and auditable and that project estimating norms and estimating data is maintained and issued in a controlled manner.
This role may be standalone or act as part of a team as determined by the requirements of the project/contract organisation.

Position is based in Oman for the duration of 12 months.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Designing the future. Transforming the world

Reflecting the market focus for the office in both brownfield and green field opportunities, multi-skilled personnel are sought, those with experience in: Onshore Oil and Gas and refinery and petrochemical industry

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across oil and gas and emerging energy sectors
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation 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
• Employee Assistance Programme: Allows you to feel comfortable knowing that you or your immediate family members can confidentially discuss any work or personal issues that are an inevitable part of life. The programme helps support your mental, physical, social & financial well-being.
• Professional Memberships; One professional membership, registration, subscription, certification and/or license cost per annum for all active Wood employees. The membership must be relevant to the role you are currently employed in or be part of a development plan. Reimbursement should be claimed via the expenses procedure system, with supporting evidence.
• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

Typical responsibilities

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & 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 labour, 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

Accountable for ensuring:

• that prepared estimates meet Wood policy, processes, and standards
• the timeliness of estimates considering restrictions imposed by resource limitations and documentation provided by stakeholders
• that the Basis of Estimate is documented
• a record of approved estimates is maintained
• Current contract rates are reflected in estimates
• Current materials and fabrication prices are maintained to reflect the latest market conditions
• Contingency risk analysis is carried out as specified in Wood policy, processes, and standards
• performance of projects is reviewed in terms of actual hours and quantities versus estimated hours and quantities with recommended changes to norms as required
• Scope and design development charge orders are correctly identified
• Change orders are tracked with correct submission and approval dates recorded

QUALIFICATIONS

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.

• requires bachelor's degree in a relevant technical or business discipline
• Typically requires a minimum of ten (10) years of progressive industry experience, with at least eight (8) years in estimating positions.
• 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
• Prior experience in a Senior Estimating role and managing a team.

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

ABOUT US

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 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.