Technical Buyer (Procurement) & Cost Estimation Associate

About the Role AssetCo is seeking a technically capable Technical Buyer (Procurement) & Cost Estimation Associate to support procurement activities and project cost management across its Projects, Biomedical Engineering, and Facility & Asset Management functions. This combined role will manage technical procurement requirements while preparing and reviewing project cost estimates. The successful candidate will help ensure that procurement decisions are technically sound, commercially competitive, and aligned with project budgets. Key Responsibilities Technical Procurement: Source construction materials, equipment, services, and other technical requirements in line with project specifications. Prepare and issue requests for quotations and proposals to qualified suppliers and contractors. Review technical and commercial submissions for compliance, completeness, and value for money. Evaluate contractors' and suppliers' quotations, clarify discrepancies, and support negotiations. Conduct supplier and contractor research, maintain procurement records, and monitor delivery and contract performance. Coordinate with internal teams to confirm specifications, quantities, timelines, and delivery requirements. Cost estimation and project costing: Prepare and review Bills of Quantities (BOQ) and Bills of Engineering Measurement and Evaluation (BEME) for construction and related projects. Develop project cost estimates, budgets, and cost breakdowns using drawings, specifications, site information, and market rates. Carry out rate analysis and validate pricing for materials, labour, equipment, and subcontracted work. Compare quotations against BOQs/BEMEs, estimates, and project requirements; identify and explain cost variances. Support cost planning, cost control, and budget monitoring throughout the project lifecycle. Track changes, variations, and potential cost impacts, and prepare clear cost reports for stakeholders. Work with project, engineering, biomedical, and facilities teams to provide timely costing and procurement support. Requirements Bachelor's Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying, Building Technology, Construction Management, Engineering, Procurement, or a related discipline. Practical experience in construction, quantity surveying, technical procurement, cost estimation, or a closely related role. Demonstrable experience preparing BOQs/BEMEs and construction cost estimates. Strong capability in rate analysis, measurement, quotation evaluation, and cost control. Experience reviewing contractor or supplier quotations against technical requirements and project budgets. Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and scope documents. Good understanding of construction materials, methods, and current market pricing. Strong negotiation, analytical, communication, and record-keeping skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant estimating, procurement, or quantity-surveying tools. Preferred candidate profile: A Quantity Surveyor with practical construction experience is strongly encouraged to apply. The preferred candidate will combine hands-on competence in BOQ/BEME preparation and cost estimation with the ability to support technical procurement. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits, in line with the approved salary structure. Professional development and training opportunities. Career growth within a dynamic organization. A collaborative and supportive work environment.