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Full-Time Local Karratha Position with Excellent Remuneration and Benefits.
Are you a Senior Estimator with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for the resource sector. If you're a cost analysis guru, a client relationship champion, and ready to lead projects to success in the mining, oil, and gas industries, this is your chance to shine. Join our dynamic team and make your mark!
Position Statement
The Senior Estimator is responsible for assisting with the costing and quoting of client projects and ensuring carried out to successful completion.
Areas of Responsibility
* Maintaining individual and workplace safety
* Maintaining high levels of customer service with a focus on sales
* Accurate interpretation of Engineering and Architectural drawings
* Accurate estimation of quantities from plans, billings and drawings
* Provide timely quotes to customer’s bill of materials
* Entering and reviewing works orders for Production
* Develop, build, and maintain relationships with new companies that specialize in target markets
* Facilitate and manage tender and bids process for North West Region
* Strengthen relationships with existing client base
* Responsible for promoting the company’s products, services and solutions to the resource sector
* Responsible for leading and handling negotiations with clients.
* Understand the specific needs of the mining, oil and gas industries
* Liaise with business personnel to ensure best outcomes for the business
* Attend on-site pre-bid/proposal conferences and site visits
* Prepare project bid status reports and ensure compliance with all specifications and contract statements of Work and Bid Invitations.
* Foster relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
About You:
We're looking for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Estimator with a passion for accuracy and efficiency in project estimation. You'll bring a deep understanding of the mining, oil, and gas industries, demonstrated by a proven track record of successful project delivery. As a highly organised and detail-oriented individual, you possess advanced knowledge of estimating techniques and cost control methodologies. Your analytical mindset allows you to expertly analyse drawings, specifications, and bills of materials to produce comprehensive cost estimates, while your proactive approach ensures potential cost risks are identified and mitigated. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills make you a strong relationship builder with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, and your collaborative spirit means you thrive as part of a team, contributing to overall success.
About KAW Engineering
KAW Engineering (KAW) is the largest steel products manufacturer in the North-West of Western Australia. We have enjoyed 14 years of sustained year-on-year growth under current management, and the business has been operating in Karratha for over 40 years. We deliver Structural and Mechanical Engineering services from our workshops in the Karratha Industrial Estate and on-site across mine processing facilities, rail infrastructure, and ports of the Pilbara. We are leaders in the field, with numerous awards and recognition for innovation and excellence, unmatched equipment and facilities in the region.
Why Join Our Team?
Not only will you have the chance to grow and dramatically increase your skills and experience, but we also offer support and foster personal development and career growth. Our business is well-respected, well-resourced with excellent tooling and equipment, and positioned to help you excel in your role. We reward performance, and by joining us in such a consequential role, you will have a meaningful and significant impact on the ongoing growth and performance of the organisation.
Additional Information
An applicant with current site-specific induction and entry cards such as RIO, BHP, FMG, MSIC will be highly regarded.
This is not a FIFO position, however, an applicant who is willing to relocate to Karratha may be considered for a short-term FIFO engagement to assist through probationary periods and during relocation.
Next Steps:
If you meet these criteria and you’re looking for a new challenge, we’d like to hear from you! We pride ourselves in treating our staff as part of the family and not just another number.
If you are interested in this role, please send your resume, a minimum of 2 professional referees and a cover letter outlining your suitability for this position via the Apply Now button.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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