Estimator

The Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for projects ranging from concept and feasibility studies through to detailed engineering, procurement, and Engineering, Procurement, Construction & Management (EPCM) delivery. This role requires strong technical understanding, analytical ability, and coordination across engineering and procurement disciplines.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain capital cost estimates for mining and mineral processing projects — including greenfield developments, plant expansions, and brownfield upgrades.

• Prepare estimates for all project phases: concept, scoping, pre-feasibility, feasibility, and detailed design.

• Work closely with engineering, procurement, and project control teams to ensure alignment between design scope and cost.

• Gather and analyze vendor quotations, material take-offs, and construction cost data.

• Support preparation of “basis of estimate” (BOE) and estimate methodology documents.

• Conduct cost benchmarking, unit rate development, and market pricing analysis.

• Assist in risk and contingency assessments and support cost reviews with project managers.

• Maintain and update estimating databases, cost norms, and historical data.

• Provide cost input to project scheduling, procurement planning, and bid preparation.

• Support proposal development for studies and EPCM tenders.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.

Skill & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in cost estimating within the construction industry. Experience in estimating for mining, mineral processing, or heavy industrial projects preferred but not essential.

• Experience with CAPEX estimates for study and EPCM project phases.

• Strong understanding of engineering deliverables (P&IDs, equipment lists, drawings, MTOs).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating tools/software.

• Knowledge of EPCM workflows, procurement processes, and construction methodologies.

• Good English communication skills (written and verbal).

• Ability to work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary and international project teams.