Project Cost Engineer - Engineering at Nigeria Machine Tools Limited (NMTL)

Job Description

• We are looking for a Project Cost Engineer responsible for writing business proposals/tender preparation activities; preparation of quotations, tenders, and other business proposals.
• Provide post-order management execution support to the business development team, with associated cross-departmental liaisons with the Production and Procurement teams
• Coordinate all foreign procurements, working with the Procurement department to ensure efficiency and effectiveness is entrenched in the process
• Provide Project management Support for all company projects driven by the department, including business prospecting and post-award execution activities
• Execution of job responsibilities at all times working in a professional and practical manner to ensure that results and change are delivered in a sustainable way.
• Provide technical and project management support to the department in its prospecting activities within the Oil & Gas Industry, with a view to discovering and converting available opportunities to viable business transactions for the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze project data and develop detailed cost estimates
• Collaborate with project managers, stakeholders, and other team members to understand project objectives and constraints.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and provide guidance on cost management best practices.
• Develop project budgets and track project costs.
• Create and maintain cost databases and templates.
• Prepare reports and presentations on project costs and cost management strategies.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures related to cost control.

Requirements

• B.Sc / HND Mechanical Engineering/Metallurgical Engineering. Project management skill is a plus.
• 3+ years of experience in project cost engineering or a related field
• Strong knowledge of project management principles, tools, and techniques
• Experience with cost-estimating software and tools
• Ability to work collaboratively with project managers, stakeholders, and other team members
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.