Global Expert Estimating & Benchmarking

Develop, implement, and maintain global standards for cost estimating and benchmarking in alignment with industry best practices (e.g., AACE, IPA, RICS). Lead early-stage cost estimating and oversee conceptual and basic design estimates across major capital projects worldwide. Develop data science strategies using AI, LLMs, custom coding (Python/R), and BIM 5D to build automated parametric models and predictive forecasting tools. Monitor global market trends, inflation, and economic indicators to assess their impact on project budgets and organizational standards. Support risk workshops to establish data-backed allowances for contingency, design development, and schedule reserves while driving value engineering. Lead a global Community of Practice for estimating and benchmarking while conducting technical training to build internal engineering competency.

Join our Global Capital Investment team in Basel. Roche has more than 100’000 employees across the globe dedicated to advancing science and ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Roche’s efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with its medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using its Diagnostics products. The organization empowers employees to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and deliver life-changing healthcare solutions with a global impact.

• You hold a Master’s degree (MSc or higher) in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a quantitative field, paired with certifications like CEP, CCP, or MRICS.

• You bring at least 15 years of hands-on experience in mega-project estimating, cost engineering, or global project controls across international, multi-cultural matrix organizations.

• You possess high proficiency in quantitative data analysis with hands-on coding experience in Python, R, and AI-augmented project intelligence (e.g., Claude, LLMs) to automate parametric models.

• You bring expert knowledge of AACE/RICS standards, combined with proven ability in market economics tracking, risk workshop facilitation, and value engineering.

• You are a strong systematic thinker and communicator who thrives on continuous improvement, fluent in English (German is a plus), and open to up to 20% international travel.