Cost Engineer
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Location
Liège
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
Negotiable
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Contact:
Jyoti Bhambota
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Contact email:
jyoti@ioassociates.co.uk
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Job ref:
BBBH159456_1745825320
Cost Estimator
Location: Loncin, Liège region (Onsite)
Type: 6-Month Contract (On going contract)
We are supporting a leading industrial group in their search for a Cost Estimator to strengthen their team. If you enjoy working in a technically advanced environment, have a keen eye for detail, and thrive in cross-functional collaboration, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Your Role:
- Analyse project specifications and technical documentation to identify key cost drivers.
- Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders (technical and commercial teams) to gather necessary data and insights.
- Prepare accurate cost and price calculations, including margin analysis.
- Propose and implement optimisations to reduce costs without compromising quality.
- Assist in the preparation, validation, and refinement of quotations and bids.
- Build and maintain a reference database for cost standards (materials, equipment, labour, production times, tooling, etc.).
- Draw upon past costings, supplier information, and internal reports to support pricing activities.
Your Profile:
- Bachelor's degree (minimum BAC+3) in a technical or industrial discipline.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in an industrial, technical, or cost estimation environment.
- Knowledge or experience in purchasing is a plus.
- Strong command of Microsoft Excel; familiarity with ERP systems is advantageous.
- Organised, analytical, and methodical, with an ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional language skills are a plus.
- Team player with a customer-oriented approach and strong resilience under pressure.
What's on Offer:
- Initial 6-month contract with high potential for long-term extension.
- Opportunity to work on varied and technically challenging projects.
- A professional and supportive working environment encouraging development and growth.
