HO - Estimator

The Estimator role is part of the Commercial & Tendering Team and will be responsible for preparing and supporting the timely submission of tender documents, ensuring a thorough understanding of the requirements of the Client and tender specifications.

• support and update the Senior Estimator as required, including preparing cost estimates and technical proposals for tender submissions;

• review and assess tenders ensuring all tender documents are received and correct;

• review tender documents assessing scope, risks involved, tender complexity, etc and provide feedback to the Senior Estimator and Commercial & Tendering Manager;

• ensure timely and accurate submission of tender documents;

• make tender amendments where applicable utilising client feedback on submitted tender;

• maintain an understanding of the performance of current projects to ensure continuous improvement for all future tendering opportunities;

• ensure the tendering database is maintained;

• maintain a good understanding of current project operations;

• tertiary qualification in Engineering (Mining);

• minimum 5 years in the mining industry in an engineering or site-based role;

• be open-minded and willing to learn new things and work with different processes and procedures;

• previous extensive experience in the co-ordination, planning, administration and management of the tender submission process to successful outcomes;

• possess an advanced understanding of the development of estimation methodologies, identification of major cost components, performing bid evaluations, cost factor analysis and risk analysis;

• demonstrated high level negotiation and analytical skills;

• exceptional attention to detail and accuracy with numbers;

• sound working knowledge of Project Management principles;