Specialist Cost Estimation Engineer - Offshore Project

KBR, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. seeks Specialist Cost Estimation Engineer for an offshore PMC project based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. You will develop detailed cost estimates during planning, tendering, and execution phases, and prepare budgets and CBS to support decision‑making.

The role requires 20+ years in oil and gas, with 5-8 years offshore FEED/Engineering on mega projects (> $1B). A Bachelor's degree in engineering is a must; ADNOC project experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 20+ years in oil and gas industry.
• 5-8 years offshore FEED/Engineering on mega projects (>1B).
• Bachelor's degree in engineering is a MUST.
• ADNOC project experience is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates during planning, tendering, and execution phases.
• Prepare budget forecasts, CBS, and estimates at completion.
• Monitor cost variances and provide corrective action recommendations.
• Participate in value engineering and cost-optimization initiatives.

Skills

Cost estimation

Budgeting

Cost control

Value engineering

Risk analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Specialist Cost Estimation Engineer - Offshore Project

KBR is a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers and we all share one goal of improving the World and Beyond: responsibly, and safely.

We attract a diverse workforce and the best minds in the world because our expertise thrives on creativity, resourcefulness, and collaboration. At KBR, we care about our employees and the community.

KBR is looking for Specialist Cost Estimation Engineer for an offshore PMC project to be based in Client office in Abu Dhabi UAE.

Develop detailed cost estimates during planning, tendering, and execution phases Analyze project requirements, scope, and risks to determine cost impacts. Prepare budget forecasts, cost breakdown structures (CBS), and estimates at completion. Support decision‑making through cost comparisons and financial recommendations. Monitor cost variances and provide corrective action recommendations Maintain and update cost databases and estimation standards. Participate in value engineering and cost‑optimization initiative

Candidate must have experience in Mega Offshore Projects.

Minimum Requirement

• Must have Overall 20+ years of experience in oil and Gas industry.
• Minimum 5-8 years’ experience in Offshore Projects having FEED/ Engineering experience worked on mega value (>1 billion) projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is a MUST.
• Previous experience with ADNOC projects is an added advantage.