Senior Estimator - FPSO CAPEX Projects

About the role

BW Offshore is looking for a Senior Estimator in Singapore for a temporary position of 24 months. You will prepare and maintain reliable cost estimates for FPSO CAPEX and EPCI projects across concept, Pre-FEED, FEED and execution tender phases. Your work provides the cost basis for tender submissions, investment decisions and project execution, and serves as a reference for estimating methodology across assigned opportunities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of cost estimates from concept studies through execution tender submissions
• Coordinate inputs from engineering, procurement, planning and operations into a single estimate
• Obtain, evaluate and compare quotations from vendors, yards and subcontractors
• Review estimate inputs for accuracy, consistency and completeness
• Present estimate assumptions, risks and outcomes at management reviews and decision-gate meetings
• Maintain clear, traceable estimating documentation and supporting records
• Apply estimating methodologies, classifications and cost forecasting practices consistently across projects
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and quality, health, safety and environmental requirements

Required profile

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Marine, Naval Architecture, Offshore Engineering or similar), or equivalent relevant experience
• More than 10 years of cost estimating or cost engineering experience in offshore oil and gas projects
• Experience preparing estimates for concept, Pre-FEED, FEED and execution EPCI tender phases
• Fluent written and spoken English, with the ability to present to senior management

Nice to have

• FPSO CAPEX project experience
• Working knowledge of estimate classification and cost risk methodologies, including AACE International practices
• Experience evaluating vendor, shipyard and subcontractor pricing
• Commercial understanding of project cost drivers and value creation
• Proficiency in estimating and cost risk analysis software
• Ability to work under tender deadlines while maintaining quality and accuracy