Junior Estimating Engineer (f/m/d)

Location

Cologno Monzese, All IT Regions, Italy

Capabilities

Project Controls

Office Setup

Hybrid

Job ID

#41517

Market

Life Science

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Junior Estimating Engineer to join our team in Milan, Italy, reporting directly to the Estimating Manager.

This role is ideal for a junior-level estimator eager to contribute to large-scale industrial projects, including pharmaceutical and building developments delivered through an EPCM (Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management) approach.

As part of the Estimating team, you will support the delivery of cost estimating services across a diverse portfolio of projects within our business units.

As a Cost Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and performing detailed cost analyses for construction and manufacturing projects within the pharmaceutical, environmental, and industrial building sectors.

Key responsibilities include:

Promote and enforce the implementation of standardized operating procedures for estimating activities

Standardize the estimating delivery of the projects, tools, templates, filing structures in accordance with company procedures

Have a good working knowledge of material unit costs, systems square meters costs and total direct and investment project costs

Participate in design progress meetings and client presentations as required

Support the estimate development together with project team and the Estimating Manager with reporting functions and assembly of estimate deliverables

Develop and implement estimate plans for projects

Review priced material take off drafted by the process and engineering project leaders working closely with the Estimating Manager and Project Engineer

Prepare estimates in accordance with Jacobs, client, and AACE International estimating standards and procedures

Contribute to estimate risk assessments, contingency development, and Monte Carlo simulations using @RISK software

Assist with the presentation and review of estimates to project teams, management, and clients

Maintain and update cost benchmark databases, ensuring lessons learned and historical project data are captured and applied

Help ensure estimating processes meet project, business, and client requirements

Support continuous improvement of estimating tools, templates, and digital solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Assist project teams during design and procurement phases by monitoring cost changes and supporting change management activities

Stay informed of industry cost trends, estimating methodologies, market conditions, and emerging technologies, including AI applications in cost

Here's what you'll need

Fluency in English and Italian

More than 3 years of experience in Estimating, Project engineering, construction management or quantity surveying experience within the Life Science/Chemical Construction Industry required. Experience on a project construction site is a plus

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)

Strong analytical skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with project teams, management, and clients, and to proactively identify and escalate potential issues when required

A collaborative and positive team player with a strong work ethic, demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and effective time management

Able to work independently while following established procedures, processes, and guidelines

Demonstrates respect, professionalism, and inclusivity when working with colleagues and stakeholders

Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of managing priorities with minimal supervision

We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are.

Find out more about life at Jacobs.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy.

If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team Jacobs Italia jacobsita@jacobs.com .

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The applicable National Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL) classification level for this position is CCNL Metalmeccanico, Level B2.

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

33,400.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

41,700.00

The offer range for this position is €33,400.00 to €41,700.00 gross per year (or hourly equivalent if hired into hourly role). The final salary within this range will be determined based on objective, gender neutral and job-related criteria, such as relevant professional experience, skills, qualifications, the scope of responsibilities and the contracted working hours/work schedule.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .