We’re currently supporting a leading engineering services business in the search for an experienced Lead Estimator to join their team in Aberdeen.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in EPC, fabrication and construction estimating within the Energy sectors, who can take ownership of estimates from initial enquiry through to tender submission and project handover.

Key Duties:

• Lead detailed estimates across EPC, fabrication, construction and maintenance projects
• Review RFQs, tender documents, drawings, specifications, BOQs and project scopes
• Develop MTOs, labour-hour estimates, material costs and fabrication costs
• Price fabrication activities including cutting, forming, welding, fit-up, machining, assembly, blasting and painting
• Review and assess supplier/subcontractor quotations
• Identify scope gaps, risks, assumptions, exclusions and commercial opportunities
• Work closely with Engineering, Procurement, Fabrication, Projects and Commercial teams
• Prepare tender summaries, pricing schedules and commercial submissions
• Maintain estimating databases, productivity rates and historical cost data
• Provide technical guidance and review estimates prepared by junior team members
• Support the transition from estimating through to project execution

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in a Lead/Senior Estimator position
• Strong EPC and fabrication estimating experience
• Good understanding of fabrication processes and associated costs
• Experience with MTOs, BOQs, labour-hour calculations and material pricing
• Experience reviewing supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Background within oil & gas, offshore, energy, marine or heavy engineering