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Senior Cost Estimator
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver accurate cost estimates and budgets for large-scale projects (e.g. hydrogen, heat networks, LNG, CO₂ infrastructure).
- Apply and adapt cost estimation methodologies across early and mature project phases.
- Analyze technical designs, materials, schedules, and execution methods to build comprehensive cost models.
- Identify risks, uncertainties, and cost drivers, and clearly communicate their impact.
- Validate and improve cost data, tools, and estimation systems through analysis and site visits.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure alignment on budget assumptions.
- Support investment decisions by providing financial insights to senior stakeholders and steering committees
Profile
- University degree in a technical discipline.
- 10+ years of experience in oil & gas, process industry, or pipeline/infrastructure projects.
- Strong knowledge of cost estimation methodologies and tools (e.g. ACCE, Cleopatra, CostOS).
- Experience within complex project organizations and multidisciplinary environments.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to challenge assumptions and provide clarity.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and confident in stakeholder interactions.
Additional Information
- Location: Groningen (hybrid working possible).
- Regular travel to project sites (~25%).
- Duration: ASAP (one year)
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