Senior Cost Estimator

Pantheon Inc; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil and gas industry is seeking a Cost Estimator responsible for developing cost estimates for significant projects. The candidate will participate in improving estimating processes and driving capital efficiency. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 15+ years of relevant experience, emphasizing collaboration and technical expertise.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in project work required.
• Proficiency in cost estimating for upstream, downstream, and refining projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost estimates for projects under $500M.
• Collaborate with project teams including planners and schedulers.
• Promote capital efficiency across managed projects.

Skills

Advanced expertise in cost estimating

Strong negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication abilities

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Degree in Engineering Technology

Degree in Construction Management

Tools

ASPEN

Job description

The Cost Estimator is responsible for preparing cost estimates for all Gate and Funding milestones for portfolio projects under $500M. They will participate in efforts to improve the efficiency and quality of Estimating Group processes and review practices.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop cost estimates for projects.
• Collaborate with project and functional teams, including planners, schedulers, and integrated project teams.
• Contribute to the creation of C&SE deliverables, such as Cost and Schedule Estimates, estimate basis documents, benchmarking analysis, and more.
• Previous experience in oil and gas cost estimating is required.
• Strong mentoring and technical expertise in cost estimating, including proficiency with industry programs (e.g., ASPEN).
• Identify capital efficiency opportunities and risks in projects.
• Some travel within Alberta may be needed.
• Promote and drive capital efficiency across projects managed by the department.

Required Skills and Qualifications :

• Advanced expertise in cost estimating.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or equivalent professional experience.
• 15+ years of experience in project work.
• Previous experience in upstream, downstream, manufacturing, refining, or midstream cost estimating.
• Strong negotiation and coordination skills, particularly with internal teams.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse team members across various sites and time zones.
• May assist with projects across Canada, with a focus on refinery projects in Ontario.
• Strong influencing, consulting, mentoring, analytical, and computing skills.
• Adaptability to shifting priorities and demands.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills for managing cross-functional activities.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and quickly respond to urgent requests for analysis.