Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 21 offices in 9 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

Our team in Brazil is growing, and we are currently recruiting for an Intermediate Estimating Engineer to join our Minerals & Metals Business Line in the Belo Horizonte office.

About the role:

As an Estimating Engineer, you will play a key role in developing capital cost estimates and supporting project decisions throughout different stages of project development. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to the delivery of reliable, competitive, and value-driven project estimates.

• Prepare and develop CAPEX and Sustaining Capital estimates across different stages of project development.
• Review engineering documentation, quantities, scopes, and assumptions to support estimate development and cost strategies.
• Develop and analyze unit rate build-ups considering labor, equipment, materials, productivity, and associated resources.
• Manage quotation processes and support techno-commercial evaluations, including bid leveling and price comparisons.
• Collaborate with suppliers, engineering, procurement, and project teams to gather information and improve estimate accuracy.
• Identify cost risks, opportunities, deviations, and key project drivers, contributing to cost optimization initiatives.
• Support the development of benchmarks, comparative analyses, and cost indicators to assist project decision-making.
• Participate in estimate reviews and multidisciplinary discussions, providing cost and constructability insights throughout project development.

About you:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
• Around 5+ years of experience in cost estimating, project controls, project engineering, or a similar role within capital projects.
• Experience developing CAPEX estimates and cost analyses for industrial, mining, metals, infrastructure, or related projects.
• Familiarity with unit rate build-ups, indirect costs, contractor pricing, and project cost management principles.
• Knowledge of project development methodologies such as FEL (Front-End Loading) or similar frameworks is desirable.
• Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Intermediate to advanced English skills would be considered an asset.

Why Ausenco?

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths and cover your needs.

Get to know our value proposition:

• Compensation and work life balance – Beyond a competitive remuneration package. Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home. Enjoy the benefits of modern leave policies including paid parental leave and celebrate with us special holidays.
• Career advancement - Be supported in your ongoing development with technical training, mentoring programs and frequent networking opportunities.
• Balance and Wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, health services and a benefits program that supports your needs.
• Recognition and Appreciation - Participate in multidirectional spaces where a culture of local and global recognition is fostered, where everyone is recognized for their contribution to the business and projects.
• Communication and Commitment – Live the experience of working in a dynamic company with global processes and work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution.

Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Join us and work a better way.

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