Chief Estimator

Company Description

Archirodon, having earned its reputation as a reliable and respected international contractor for more than a half century in the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) market, continues to create value to its stakeholders by executing complex EPC projects worldwide, in recognition of its superior standards of performance.

Job Description

We are constantly growing and are currently seeking one (1) Chief Estimator to join our highly qualified and knowledgeable Estimation Team at our Cairo office in Egypt.

Would you like to be part of a dynamic EPC leader with global presence? We’d like to meet you.

Join our worldwide journey. Build on something that matters!

What you will need to do:

• Prepares of coordinates/shop and as-built drawings
• initiates and manages the preparation of the cost estimate in accordance with the company policies, procedures and specific requirements as identified for the tender by the Sales Manager and/or Regional Tendering Manager.
• Obtains a clear understanding of the tender requirements and formulates the same in instructions to the disciplined staff involved.
• Uses arrangements of joint venture, pre-tender agreements during the tender preparation.
• Establishes the costs of the tender or part thereof.
• Carries out appraisal and detail analysis of the available tender documents and liaises with other departments to provide/ prepare the same.
• Timely delivers the estimates for the works in regards of both direct and indirect costs and identifies their quality for risk analysis purposes.
• Co-ordinates with other departments for specialist advice and the timely availability of proposals regarding design, work methods and equipment to be used, including schedules.
• Prepares and defends the final tender value as an advice to the Sales Manager/ Regional Manager and ensures timely submittal of the tender on the basis thereof.
• Participates in subsequent negotiations with the Client and other third parties

What you will need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 or more years estimating experience on Heavy Civil EPC Projects..
• The option to work from Egypt or join an overseas project.
• Proven experience working on at least two completed projects of similar scope and complexity. (International project experience is highly recommended)
• Strong understanding in:

• Lead Estimating Operations,
• Tender Preparation and Coordination
• Risk and Cost Analysis
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Bid Strategy and Value Engineering
• Estimate Validation and Presentation
• Excellent English speaking and writing skills are essential. The ability to communicate effectively with US Government personnel is crucial.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working on US Government projects is highly preferred. This includes familiarity with the USACE (US Army Corps of Engineers) standards, OBO, and other relevant regulations.

What it is nice to have:

• Previous working experience as Chief Estimator (Civil Specialization) with EPC/Heavy Industrial construction company, preferably in Marine Infrastructure Projects would be an added advantage

You are someone who:

• Organized, committed and hard worker
• Strong interpersonal skills and a team player with high attention to details
• An analytical thinker
• A result driven person combined with problem solving techniques
• Report writing and communication skills 

What is in it for you: 

Competitive salary and benefits are part of the offering, yet the real joy comes from being a member of smart and passionate teams, within an international leading EPC Group on a mission that matters. We create mega construction projects - literally around the globe - with meaningful impact on the local communities for the years to come. At Archirodon, you will find a proud, productive and human-centric culture, caring for and building on our people and their development!

Please note that you will be contacted only in case you are shortlisted for an interview. In the meantime, do not hesitate to stay in touch and keep monitoring our open vacancies and our LinkedIn page!  Rest assured that your application will be treated with strict confidentiality and under all applicable data privacy regulations.