Project Cost and Estimating Specialist | Ειδικός Κόστους & Εκτιμήσεων Έργων

Hellas Gold Single Member S.A. is a mining company for gold, silver, lead, and zinc, headquartered in Athens. Since 2004, it has been responsibly and safely developing and operating the Kassandra Mines in NE Halkidiki under the strictest environmental terms. The Kassandra Mines consist of three mining projects: the Stratoni-Mavres Petres Mine, the Olympias Mine, and the Skouries Project. Continuing a 25-century mining history, Hellas Gold invests in the sustainable development of the Kassandra Mines, boosting economic growth and contributing to the prosperity of the local community with investments exceeding $3 billion, employing over 2,000 workers, actively supporting local suppliers, and making significant investments in local community support initiatives and projects. Since 2012, it operates as a subsidiary of Eldorado Gold Corporation, a Canadian mining company with over 30 years experience in the exploration, development, and operation of mines worldwide.

We live our values in pursuit of our purpose: to find a better way to do things. We aim to break new ground in all that we do. We do this by creating a positive impact today, and for future generations, through our commitment to operating safely, sustainably, and profitably.

The company offers the opportunity to those who wish to express interest in the position of "Project Cost and Estimating Specialist | Ειδικός Κόστους & Εκτιμήσεων Έργων", for its premises in Chalkidiki. The position will be reported to the Director of Mining Studies & Capital Projects of the Capital Projects department in Skouries.

Main Responsibilities:

• Development of detailed estimating plans, including methodologies, accuracy ranges, WBS alignment, allowances, escalation, and contingency.
• Preparation of Basis of Estimate (BoE) for review and approval by the Capital Project Manager (CPM).
• Compilation of CAPEX estimates, integrating scope, engineering inputs, and project requirements.
• Application of discipline-specific estimating factors across civils, structural steel, platework, piping, electrical, and instrumentation.
• Integration of mechanical and equipment pricing into overall project estimates.
• Execution of quantity take-offs and material measurement (bulk and detailed) from drawings and models.
• Measurement and reconciliation of quantities for earthworks, civils, steelwork, piping, and E&I with engineering consultants.
• Contribution to preparation of tender and enquiry documentation, including scope, specifications, schedules, and commercial requirements.
• Support of tender evaluation and adjudication processes, including rate analysis, assessment of preliminaries (P&Gs), and review of commercial deviations.
• Preparation of monthly progress valuations, payment certificates, and cost reports for construction packages.
• Management and assessment of variations and contractual claims, including reporting, negotiation support, and approvals.
• Maintenance of commercial registers, including change, variation, concession, claims, and correspondence tracking.
• Conduct of estimate reviews and validations, including MTO verification, pricing checks, benchmarking, and WBS ("Golden Thread") integrity.
• Participation in quantitative risk analysis (QRA), assessing scope, quantity, rate, schedule uncertainty, and indirect cost risks.
• Coordination and communication with project stakeholders, including project managers, engineers, planners, and shared services, providing commercial guidance across the project lifecycle

Requirements:

• Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• 4-8 years of project cost estimating and project controls experience, preferably in mining, minerals processing, heavy industrial, or infrastructure environments.
• Formal training in Quantity Surveying (QS) or Cost Engineering environment is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in cost estimation and project control systems and software tools
• Professional certification or enrolment with RICS or an equivalent recognized professional body.
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills across engineering, planning, and commercial teams.
• Strong understanding of project governance, compliance, and administrative control processes.
• High level of professionalism, accuracy, and attention to detail in commercial reporting
• Good knowledge in English language
• Knowledge of applicable national laws, construction regulations, standards, and technical specifications.
• Experience in brownfield, sustaining capital, shutdown, and operational improvement projects.
• Experience working within Owner, EPCM, or contractor organizations in mining or industrial operations.
• Hands-on experience in measurement, certification of completed works, and evaluation of contractor claims.
• Exposure to schedule progress measurement, forecasting, and cost reporting in live project environments.
• Experience in contract administration and understanding of construction and contracting law
• Valid Driver's Licence

Our company offers a competitive remuneration package that includes an attractive combination of basic salary and benefits, as well as opportunities for development in a challenging work environment.

Inclusion and Diversity

Hellas Gold is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.

If you are looking for a global and dynamic environment, please send us your CV.

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