Senior Estimator

Website PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk
PT Merdeka Copper Gold Mining Company is An Indonesian mining company which operates the copper and gold mining, and have a long-term expected mine life followed by processing stockpiles.
To support our Mining Operational and expansion project, we are looking for highly motivated and experienced professional to fill the following position :
Senior Estimator
What skills and experience do you need?
- Civil Degree or post graduate study in Construction management or related discipline with 12 years field experience in civil engineering and construction experience;
- Have experience in project delivery related to estimating activities including preconstruction and procurement as Lead Estimator / Senior Estimator;
- Proficient in Ms Project, Ms Office, and Desktop Publishing Package; proficient in Resources Analysis; proficient in Estimating utilizing software such as SAP or other ERP will be additional advantage;
- Broad overview of current project estimating, budgeting and costing, Construction regulations, Workplace Health & Safety regulations, Quality assurance; Operational costs and processes; Specific knowledge of site man hour productivity rates and equipment utilization;
- Procurement experience desirable; Negotiation and client liaison experience desirable;
- Possess leadership traits and organizational, scheduling & time management skills; Ability to work both independently and as a team player and thrive in a fast paced, high pressure environment dependent on managing multiple project timelines and schedules simultaneously; Ability to communicate well, and work productively with internal and external individuals; A commitment to safety and a desire to maintain our Indonesian mining operations to world class international safety standards; Demonstrate strong conceptual skills, and capable of developing lateral and practical solutions; High level of integrity and commitment; Good analytical, conflict resolution, sound decision making skills;
- Excellent communication skills in English both verbal and written and computer literate.
Some of your duties will include:
- Works with Project Engineers , Design Teams and other personnel to coordinate acquisition of input information for the estimating process for projects and proposals
- Prepares project estimates using drawings, specifications, scope, basis of design, and other project information as input.
- Prepares services estimates for projects as required to support achievement of project objectives.
- Prepares constructed cost estimates for projects as required to support achievement of project objectives.
- Prepare or arrange for detailed MTO’s (Material take-off) from tender documentation.
- Attend site visit and prepare detailed report of existing local conditions, available facilities and technical resources available in the area.
- Ensure the Estimate is built up systematically and in sufficient detail. Sufficient explanatory notes are to be included referring the location of supplementary information.
- Prepare or arrange for detailed Vendor / Subcontractor enquiry packages
- Ensure Vendor / Contractor proposals are properly evaluated and the results tabulated in system.
- Assist designated Planner in the preparation of the construction schedule, providing man hours and plant requirement for each activity.
- In conjunction with the Tender Team identify, evaluate and rank risks as well as develop a strategy to manage and mitigate the risks.
- Ensures the Estimate Basis is “Current Cost” by utilizing current labour, staff and all material prices.
- Preparation of commercial and technical clarifications which are to be included in the proposal.
- Manage discipline estimators preparation of direct cost estimates. Ensure that the tenders are methodically built up and with sufficient detail; Assist in completing Client’s pricing and technical tender schedules, and also preparation of the project indirect costs.
- Evaluates historical data, including purchase orders, subcontracts, force reports, and productivity reports and incorporate relevant data into company unit cost, material, and labor factors.
- Actively participate in “Brain Storming” meetings to identify competitive advantages and alternative tender options.
- Utilizes and maintains estimating software programs and systems for the project as well as trains others on how to use the program.
- Maintains files of project estimates and supporting backup documentation for reference during project execution.
- Monitors subcontract and purchase order awards, compares awarded costs to budgeted costs, determines the bases for variances, and adjusts estimating systems, models, and unit pricing to adjust future estimates.
- Reviews design options and recommends best solutions based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials.
- Maintains relationships in the industry to facilitate the acquisition of estimating data and processes.
- Prepares estimates to support the change management process for projects.
- Works with Project engineers and Project Development team to monitor project implementation for compliance with the basis of the project estimate as required.
- Collaborate with Project Development Dept. for estimating topics, evaluates opportunities for their improvement and advancement, and recommends actions to act upon those opportunities.
- Other duties as assigned.