Role Overview The Engineer – Cost Planning will play a critical role in supporting the planning and development of marine container terminal projects. This position is responsible for preparing accurate and comprehensive CAPEX and OPEX cost estimates for projects at various stages, ensuring financial feasibility and alignment with organizational objectives. The role requires close collaboration with engineering, and terminal design teams to deliver cost-effective solutions that meet technical and operational requirements. Key Responsibilities Develop detailed CAPEX and OPEX cost forecast estimates, and budgets for infrastructure projects during conceptual, feasibility, and preliminary design phases. Develop high level project delivery time-schedules, including key milestones and project phasing. - Analyze project specifications, drawings, and technical documents to determine cost parameters and implications. - Develop and maintain cost databases for benchmarking and future reference. - Collaborate with engineering, terminal design, and business development teams to validate cost assumptions and identify cost-saving opportunities. - Conduct risk and sensitivity analyses to account for uncertainties in cost projections and assess required contingencies. - Support the preparation of financial models and business cases for project approvals. - Monitor market trends, labor rates, material and energy prices, to ensure estimates reflect current conditions. - Provide input for budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to senior management. - Ensure compliance with company standards, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements. - Lead the continuous improvement of cost estimating procedures (e.g., tasks automation, leverage AI capabilities, utilization of "top of market" estimating tools, incorporate industry best practices).