Duties and Responsibilities of Costing and Estimation Engineer
Duties and Responsibilities of Costing and Estimation Engineer
Duties and Responsibilities of Costing and Estimation Engineer
Definition:
Cost Estimating is defined as: Provides cost estimates and price comparison costs for
the worth of the products that the supply chain offers. It is the process of forecasting the
costs associated with a project or activity. Moreover, it entails examining many aspects
and variables to estimate the entire cost in executing a project or service to be provided.
To ensure and arrive at accurate cost estimates and schedules, and to prevent
timetable slippage and cost overruns.
To prepare documents with attached defined and evaluated scope of works based on
the approved plans and specifications.
To be able to come up with a bid estimate or bid price, that often reflect the desire of the
contractor to secure the project, that/which is profitable enough with no overruns nor
overpriced.
To make estimated cost for labor, materials and equipment that will be use to insure
adequate cash flow as the work progresses.
Position Summary: