FairPlay Engineering

Senior Cost Engineer Piping and Mechanical

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Job Description

Ready to Bring Precision to Large-Scale Industrial Projects?Are you an experienced cost engineer with a passion for piping & mechanical systems? Want to work on complex, high-impact projects in a collaborative and professional environment? This could be your next step. About the CompanyThis international technical consultancy is known for helping clients drive the energy, digital, and industrial transitions forward. With a strong local presence and a global outlook, they combine multinational expertise with a down-to-earth Dutch approach.You’ll join a dedicated estimating team of about 30 professionals based in North Holland. Together, they support a wide range of industrial and utility construction and renovation projects. The work atmosphere is team-driven, and you’ll regularly collaborate with clients, engineers, advisors, and project managers to shape competitive, winning proposals. What Will You Do?As a Senior Cost Engineer – Piping & Mechanical, you’ll deliver accurate and high-quality cost estimations for industrial new-build and renovation projects. Your work will directly support decision-making in both the early concept and final design phases. You’ll be:Translating client requirements into clear and realistic budgetsPreparing detailed cost breakdowns as well as high-level conceptual estimatesIdentifying cost risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycleContributing to tender teams and supporting advisors, PMs, and technical leadsWorking on complex projects for high-profile clients in the (petro)chemical and heavy industry sectors What Do You Bring?A completed technical MBO degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related fieldAt least 8 years of experience in the field, with 3+ years in cost engineering or estimation (piping & mechanical focus)Solid understanding of project phases and estimating techniquesProactive attitude, strong commercial awareness, and a sharp analytical mindExcellent communication skills and a team-first mentality

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