The Senior Estimator is responsible for preparing and delivering high-quality proposals and estimates for strategic projects, utilizing their experience and available resources to maintain a high success rate. This role requires leading cross-functional teams in developing accurate and timely estimates and proposals while ensuring the highest value to the customer by responding to complete bid packages. The Senior Estimator will work with both internal teams and external vendors to develop the most cost-effective technical and commercial solutions, and it’s responsible for making sure the proposal is delivered on time.
Key Responsibilities
· Prepare responses to customer requests for proposals, estimates, and supporting documents while ensuring alignment with sales and operations teams.
· Deliver high-quality proposals, continually seeking ways to improve processes and customer service.
· Lead cross-functional teams to deliver proposals and estimates, coordinating with internal Honeywell organizations and third-party vendors.
· Utilize systems and tools to maintain accurate documentation of estimates, proposals, and supporting information.
· Propose technical and commercial alternatives to enable the lowest compliant bid and highest value to the customer.
· Study RFQ and other technical documents to propose suitable solutions that meet customer technical and commercial requirements.
· Estimate LSS and PAS projects and services using relevant tools and methodologies.
· Coordinate with Procurement and other supporting areas to obtain technical and commercial offers from sub-vendors and third-party vendors.
· Complete full proposals with the required scope of supply/documents, working with relevant functions within the organization or subcontractors (Complete response to Bid Package).
· Respond to post-proposal technical clarifications and update proposals accordingly.
· Create and submit e-GAP documents as part of the proposal process.
· Continuously develop knowledge of Honeywell products and competitor solutions, and lead standardization of best practices across teams.
· Prepare a comprehensive Proposal Plan, ensuring proper resource allocation, deliverables, responsibilities, and dates for all team members.
· Lead proposal teams in delivering large proposals for multiple clients, including international projects.
YOU MUST HAVE
8-10 years of experience in process automation and/or solutions. Engineering bachelor’s degree Understanding of process industry (e.g., refinery, Oil & Gas, MMM etc) Technical knowledge of control system (DCS, PLC, Safety & Security systems) is mandatory. Experience of Honeywell system will be preferred. Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Strong technical and integrative thinking skills to propose alternative solutions within and outside of Honeywell’s scope of supply. Ability to understand and relate to customer requirements. Leadership or project management experience is preferred. Proven experience delivering complete proposals for large projects, preferably with international exposure.WE VALUE
· Excellent team and communication skills. Proficiency in English language.
· Technical mindset and integrative thinking
· Experience in delivering estimates and proposals
· Knowledge of Honeywell portfolio and competitor solutions and their offers
· An ability to take initiative and work with limited direction
· Strong numerical aptitude
· Demonstrated proficiency with Excel
· Ability to meet and improve delivered financial results from implemented estimates
· Six Sigma experience, Green Belt certification a strong plus
· Planning, organizing, delegating, decision making
· Ability to work with others in a team environment. A true team player.