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Estimator, Aberdeen

Our client is continually growing as an internationally recognized leader in fabricated steel and pipe work for the offshore oil & gas sector, alongside expansion within the marine and renewable industries supporting the energy transition in the UK and worldwide.

They are looking for an Estimator / Buyer with 10 years’ experience, ideally within Fabrication. The role will be based in Aberdeen.

Major Responsibilities/Activities:

• Prepare pricing estimates, including developing a take-off of all material and labour required for the project. This take-off will be combined with outside vendor pricing to produce a complete project cost estimate

• Work with outside vendors to request and receive project-specific pricing to meet firm deadlines

• Coordinate with operations and outside vendors on how the job is to be built in both our shop and in the field

• Coordinate with the customer to help ensure we are providing a complete package with a thorough understanding of the project schedule and project-specific requirements.

• Assisting the management team with other duties when required.

Physical Requirements:

• Work will be performed in an indoor office environment and occasionally visits to sites. Position requires long durations committed to independent reading and computation. Strong concentration skills necessary.

Required Skills:

• An understanding of structural steel & pipe-work fabrication and erection practices including knowledge of structural shapes and general industry terminology

• Ability to read and interpret construction documents including design drawings and specification documents

• Understanding of material grades and standards.

• Understanding of welding processes & standards.

• Understanding of subcontracted services such as, NDT, coating & machining, and the associated standards & specifications.

• Microsoft software applications including MS Windows, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Emphasis on the ability to manipulate Excel spreadsheets

• Experience with PDF review/editing software

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to read and interpret technical and legal documents

• Strong math and geometry skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting stringent deadlines

• Must be detail-oriented and have the ability to focus on given tasks

Education Requirement:

• Minimum - Trade qualification fabrication / welding