Cost Engineer

Your budget determines whether projects worth between €30 million and more than €200 million will be realised. You are not someone who counts on hindsight. You are involved in negotiations when tender strategies are determined, risks are weighed, and investment decisions are made. From residential towers like AmstelVista and One50 in Amsterdam to neighbourhood developments like Rootz in Haarlem and Victoriapark in Hoofddorp: your cost vision directly impacts the feasibility of these projects. You are given a lot of freedom to make decisions, devise alternatives, and critically challenge clients and colleagues. Not with a spreadsheet, but as a substantive sparring partner within the tender and development teams. Are you currently working as a cost estimator, senior cost estimator, or cost specialist and wondering if there are still challenging enough projects? Then we would be happy to show you what we are working on at Dura Vermeer Bouw & Vastgoed in Amsterdam. This will be your job As a Cost Engineer at Dura Vermeer Bouw & Vastgoed Amsterdam, you will not be working on standard projects. You will be involved in large-scale and complex inner-city developments where engineering, logistics, sustainability, quality, and finance come together. Projects you will be working on include: Linden, Amsterdamse Poort, The Triplets, Amstelwood, Velo, and Park Valley. These projects range from high-quality residential towers and mixed-use buildings to complex neighbourhood developments with hundreds of homes and intricate execution challenges. You will be involved from the first project phase and will be responsible for: preparing and checking complex cost estimates and budgets; analysing risks, opportunities, and cost drivers; determining scenarios and optimisations that are crucial in tenders; advising management, developers, and project teams on financial feasibility; evaluating design solutions in terms of cost, feasibility, and profitability; developing smart pricing strategies with which we win projects. In doing so, you will work closely with fellow cost estimators, cost specialists, developers, design managers, and project managers. What sets this position apart is that you don't just count. You will influence decisions that involve millions of euros. Your expertise will be used early in the process and will play a significant role in decision-making for large housing and commercial construction projects. This is where you will fit in At Dura Vermeer Bouw & Vastgoed Amsterdam, you will work in the pricing team with experienced cost estimators and cost specialists who do not shy away from substantive discussions. Here, you don't have to explain why risk reservation should be different or why a construction method is more financially advantageous. You will work with fellow professionals who speak the same language and keep each other sharp. Furthermore, you will have ample opportunities for further development. Many of our senior cost estimators grow into the role of cost specialist or specialised expert in pricing and property development. Want to know how colleagues experience their work? Then we are happy to put you directly in touch with one of our cost estimators or cost specialists before you apply or read one of the following blogs: Kees and Amira: translating technology into euros – the art is in optimisation Cost knowledge and character: working on complex utility projects What you will bring A MBO or HBO diploma in Construction or a similar field. A minimum of 3 years of experience as a cost estimator in housing and/or commercial construction projects. You work in a structured, organised manner and have a professional, customer-oriented attitude. An understanding of new technologies such as 3D, VR, and a clear vision of BIM as the future of construction. Do you not see yourself matching all points, but do you think this position is for you? We would love to meet you! What we offer you The salary for this position ranges from €3,974 to €6,256 gross per month (based on a 40-hour working week), plus 8% holiday allowance. The exact salary depends on your knowledge, level, and work experience. In addition to salary, you will receive a fixed amount of the Sustainability Budget (2.3% according to the Collective Labour Agreement Bouw & Infra) for things that help you stay healthy and motivated. For a long-term relationship, we offer you a permanent contract. 43 vacation days according to the Collective Labour Agreement Bouw & Infra. Of these days, 13 are paid within your individual budget, you can choose whether to buy these days off; A laptop and smartphone. Excellent secondary benefits, such as standard all-risk insurance for employees, pension schemes, additional payment upon disability, and a contribution to union membership. You have the choice between a leased electric car, a travel budget, or an NS Business Card. With a permanent contract, you can choose a brand-new (electric) bicycle thanks to our collaboration with lease-a-bike. Plenty of attention to your growth thanks to our own Dura Vermeer Academy with many learning and training opportunities in your field, as well as in vitality. A corporate fitness programme with a choice of over 3,500 sports locations throughout the Netherlands. A good work-life balance thanks to flexible working hours policy and flexible conditions for employment duration, working hours, emergencies, care for relatives, or leave. For new fathers and partners: 100% salary payment during 5 weeks of additional birth leave instead of the standard 70%. For the generation that has accumulated study debt under the new loan system, there is a favourable arrangement for paying off study debts. You can annually contribute an amount from your gross salary to pay off study debt. Dura Vermeer will double your contribution. Want to get more out of your work? Then we look forward to seeing you! You can apply directly via our website by clicking the ‘Apply’ button below the vacancy. 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