Cost Estimator

At Aker Solutions we are committed to helping the energy industry and broader society #PowerTheChange towards a low-carbon future. We are changemakers and problem solvers with more than 180 years of experience.

The finance department in the Power Solutions segment is primarily located in Tranby. This department is responsible for delivering first class financial support including cost estimation for the segment, which consists of Hydropower, Benestad, Power & Controls Solutions and Tranby manufacturing. The team is working closely with the business to deliver valuable financial insight and finance as well as estimation expertise to make the best possible business decisions on a day-to-day basis. We are a social and collaborative team, working in a supportive environment as we tackle diverse and exciting challenges every day.

We’re now looking for a driven and analytical Cost Estimator to support our growing hydropower portfolio. Join us now!

At Aker Solutions Hydropower, we specialize in developing, manufacturing, and delivering hydropower turbines, regulation/control systems, and related equipment to customers and projects worldwide. We supply equipment for new installations and upgrade existing hydropower plants both in the Nordic region and internationally.

As a Cost Estimator, you will play a key role in the tendering process for hydropower projects. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and executing the cost estimation process for hydropower and Power Solutions tenders
• Supporting the Tender Manager in delivering high-quality, cost-effective proposals that meet our client’s expectations
• Assisting in the implementation of pricing strategies and financial targets
• Proactively identifying opportunities to reduce tender costs and improve margins and quality
• Supporting the preparation of internal management presentations and financial reports
• Ensuring smooth financial handover to the project execution team following contract award
• Contributing to the development of benchmarking data and cost databases, using both internal history and market insights
• Assisting with various ad hoc tasks within the Power Solutions finance team

We believe you are proactive, curious, and motivated to become an important team player within our finance and tender organization. To succeed in this role, you should have:

• 1–3 years of relevant experience from hydropower projects or tendering (preferred)
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business, finance, or engineering
• A solid understanding of cost estimation and the tendering process (project cost, time, scope, and risk elements)
• Experience and interest in contract management and project execution
• Strong communication and presentation skills – fluent in both written and spoken Norwegian
• A structured, analytical mindset with the ability to deliver under tight deadlines

• Professional development and excellent career opportunities with the chance to work on a wide variety of projects ranging from oil and gas to renewables
• Competitive pay and benefits with excellent pension and insurance schemes as well as private health services provided by Aker Care
• A healthy work-life balance with flexible working conditions throughout the different phases of your life journey
• Access to welfare club with free gym facilities, sports equipment hires and cabins for rent in the mountains and by the sea
• Fantastic office building with onsite canteen
• Immediate proximity to public transport, restaurants and shopping

For more information about the position, please contact:Synøve Sørland, Senior Recruiter, NES Advantage, Tel.: 48108511 / mail: synove.sorland@nesadvantage.com

Semac background checks are performed on all final candidates.

NES Advantage is Aker Solutions’ global recruitment services provider responsible for permanent and temporary staffing services.

Our goal is to make Aker Solutions a place where everyone can perform at their best by creating opportunities for all. We see diversity as a source of creativity, innovation, and as a key competitive advantage. Diversity includes not only gender, ethnicity, or age but also disabilities, religion, sexual orientation, and many other parts of one’s identity. We welcome your application no matter who you are or where you come from and encourage you to let us know if you need any supportive adjustments throughout the recruitment process. 

This is Aker Solutions

Aker Solutions delivers integrated solutions, products and services to the global energy industry. We enable low-carbon oil and gas production and develop renewable solutions to meet future energy needs. By combining innovative digital solutions and predictable project execution we accelerate the transition to sustainable energy production. Aker Solutions employs approximately 11,000 people in more than 15 countries.