Hutcheon Mearns has been engaged to source a Senior Tender Estimator for a highly successful, international business with a very significant UK presence. This business has a "Go Green" attitude, continuously looking to make their customers operations more sustainable through reducing both carbon footprint and costs.
Providing a range of innovative services in the energy space, our client is a world-leader in its field and is a sizeable, profitable and international business which has an ambitious growth strategy and a true focus on people.
The Opportunity
As Tender Estimator you will be a key member of the Finance Department and will support the Commercial Team.
Duties and responsibilities
- Prepare cost estimates in accordance with standard company and Client requirements
- Develop commercial qualifications in support of tender to minimise risk & maximise opportunities
- Deliver tender documentation and investment analysis for commercial decision making
- Review, evaluate and complete client provided Commercial/Remuneration Exhibits
- Produce Cost Plans and Cash Flow Forecasts for applicable tenders
- Provide input to CRM system in form of costing and selling price for the ongoing tenders
- Organise and run relevant cost review meetings as required during the tender period
- Provide and present cost/pricing basis at Tender boards
- Support in developing project risks & opportunities at tender stage
- Provide costing support and monitor cost impacts during bid clarifications and negotiation meetings
- Gather experience figures and maintain the Benchmark Database
- Conduct handover with project team and follow up/support during project execution to ensure feedback & capture of lessons learnt
Background and Experience
- Experience of delivering Tender Estimates on various types (PS, LS, TCE) and size of projects
- Advanced MS Excel competence is essential
- Degree qualified in Finance or Business Studies is preferable
- Subsea experience is beneficial
- Experience/background from project controls is an advantage
- Able to demonstrate financial competence and commercial/contractual knowledge
Personal qualities:
- Ability to work in a team as well as independently
- Able to deliver high quality outcomes in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
- Self motivated with a can-do attitude
- Commercial and contractual mindset
- Good communication and organisational skills
What’s On Offer
- Competitive terms
- Fun and team-oriented work environment
- Opportunities to develop in a safe environment
- Exciting, challenging and rewarding work environment
- Flexible, hybrid working
Next Steps
To apply, please send a detailed CV. Or for a confidential discussion please contact Jane Grant on 07849 087 947. Only candidates eligible to work in the UK will be considered for this role as no sponsorship is available.