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 positive 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;