Project Engineer / Estimator

Are you looking for a challenging role where you can combine work preparation with project cost estimation? Then read on to find out what Van Oord has to offer. For Van Oord Grondstoffen B.V., we are looking for a Project Engineer / Estimator.

THE POSITION

In the role of Project Engineer / Estimator, you are responsible for performing preparatory tasks and cost estimations for tenders related to the activities of Van Oord Grondstoffen B.V. You support and participate in tender teams by providing advice on the logistical possibilities concerning the extraction, waterborne transport, and transshipment of raw materials. Through field explorations and supervision of our existing sand pit operations and unloading at storage sites, you will gain extensive knowledge and affinity with the work of Van Oord Grondstoffen B.V. The combination of theoretical and practical knowledge strengthens the quality of your advice.

YOUR IMPACT

You support Tender, Engineering, and/or Project Managers in delivering high-quality documentation and reporting. You work closely with subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring proper technical coordination in line with Van Oord’s standardized working methods and within the defined project scope.

In addition, you are responsible for:

• Estimating and preparing the complete logistics chain, including transport and transshipment;
• Advising on cost-efficient methods for loading, transportation, and unloading;
• Advising on procurement and sales strategies for tenders, projects, and trade, with a focus on logistical opportunities;
• Performing post-calculations of transport operations;
• Coordinating with regulatory authorities regarding various sand pits and storage locations;
• Visiting Van Oord project sites (within Europe).

YOUR WORK ENVIRONMENT
Van Oord Grondstoffen is part of the Van Oord Dredging and Infra business unit. We are budget-responsible and often operate as a business entity between the market and Van Oord’s projects.

You will be part of the Van Oord Grondstoffen team and work on projects and tenders for Van Oord and its subsidiaries. We are a close-knit team made up of both knowledge experts and hands-on professionals. The team consists of approximately 8 internal FTEs and 75 external FTEs. We have a passionate mentality—people are motivated to work for and with each other.

ABOUT YOU

You are an independent, driven colleague with a commercial mindset and a strong aptitude for numbers. You have a solution-oriented, creative, and flexible approach. You possess a strong sense of responsibility, are proactive, curious, and collaborative.

Do you also meet the following job requirements?

• Completed education in Civil Engineering (ground, road, and hydraulic engineering);
• Several years of experience in civil engineering (GWW);
• Proficient in MS Office and Metacom;
• Excellent command of Dutch and good command of English;
• Experience in project preparation and cost estimation is a plus;
• Willingness to travel to project locations.

WE OFFER

We offer you a position where you can make a meaningful contribution to our mission: “building a better world for future generations.”

In addition, we offer you:

• A salary that reflects your responsibilities and experience;
• An attractive travel allowance;
• 32 days of leave (of which a maximum of 7 are collective days);
• A variable bonus, partly based on company performance;
• An attractive pension scheme;
• The option to participate in a collective health insurance plan (Van Oord covers your supplementary package);
• A flexible remote working policy; on a full-time basis, you can work from home up to 2 days per week.

Making sure everyone gets home safely each day. That’s what drives me.

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