Senior Estimator

Vacancy: Senior Estimator

Location: Paddington, UK

Job Family: General Engineering

As the Senior Estimator, you will be responsible for supporting projects within Johnson Matthey’s Catalyst Technologies licensing portfolio and will be assigned priority projects to lead & support the estimating function. The Estimator will be responsible for planning, set up and development of costs and scheduling estimating activities for Studies and BEP Projects preparing capital cost estimates, predominantly Class 5 and Class 4 level, (EPC £1m - £1bn) as well as preparing proposal cost estimates and supporting activities for reviewing estimates produced by 3rd Parties.

Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 250 organisation, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specialising in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals and process technology. With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 12,600 people. We have more than 200 years of success behind us; be part of the next stage of our growth journey and help maintain our reputation as one of the most admired organisations in our field.

Your responsibilities:

1. Understand the projects and their requirements in order to provide a basis for developing estimates and support those projects in the achievement of their targets.
2. Determine key variables for costs and other estimates and gather 1st hand information from projects and other sources to provide estimating benchmark data for future use by Johnson Matthey.
3. Conduct research and obtain data on labour costs, materials, production times etc. leading to the creation (and maintenance) of a clear accessible JM database capturing best practice and historical estimates.
4. Prepare, compile and co-ordinate the development of the estimate, ensuring all required estimating documentation is completed and issued in line with the project/ bid schedule.
5. Utilise and understand all methodology’s of estimating from “Capacity/Equipment Factored, unit Factoring, Parametric Modelling, unit costs/ratios, Judgment or Analogical” to “Detailed unit costs.”
6. Use appropriate software (Microsoft Excel, Word, Aspen CCE, @Risk or similar) for data analysis and budgeting.
7. Review offers and quotes by sub-contractors or vendors to understand accuracy of cost estimates.
8. Create and submit estimate reports or bids to appropriate persons (including project managers, workstream leads and general project personnel).
9. Review, challenge and validate estimates developed by others to establish realism, accuracy and identify improvement opportunities.
10. Establish good working relationships with staff, engineering discipline leads, department and project managers and clients when required. Keeping relevant stakeholders fully informed of progress and ensure their buy-in to the estimate plan and methodology.

Requirements for the role:

1. Engineering degree
2. Considerable previous experience in Estimation
3. Extensive knowledge and ability to use all MS Office package, especially Excel and Word, Aspen CCE and/or similar.
4. Experience in estimating and leading capital cost estimates in an EPC/EPCM setting
5. Knowledge of working internationally & understanding of execution methodologies and their impact on EPC estimates.
6. Experience in probabilistic modelling of project cost/ schedules incorporating uncertainty & risk.
7. Knowledge of the AACEI estimate classifications and guidelines.

How you will be rewarded:

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 25 days annual leave (varies for shift-based roles).

At JM, an inclusive culture is integral to our values and ambitions for the future. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career. Welcoming everyone to JM, regardless of their unique characteristics, experiences or thoughts allows us to bring many different voices and experiences together to tackle the world's biggest challenges.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks; early application is advised.

For any queries or should you have any accessibility requirements, please contact GlobalRecruit@matthey.com.

Johnson Matthey is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.