Cost Engineering Lead

Chevron Corporation; India; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Learning & Development

Mentorship programs

Global exposure

Job summary

Chevron ENGINE Center in Bengaluru, India seeks a seasoned Cost Engineering Lead to manage cost estimating, scheduling and project controls for asset retirement projects. You will drive standardized processes, data digitalization and performance metrics, leading a multifunctional team to deliver competitive cost and schedule outcomes.

Ideal candidates will have 15+ years in cost engineering, strong supervisory experience, and a proven ability to implement cost engineering platforms and

Qualifications

• 15+ years of Cost Engineering experience including estimating, scheduling, cost control, and change management.
• Experience in project execution planning and risk management for asset retirement projects.
• Demonstrated skills in assessment of cost engineering systems and development of improvement plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost engineering services for onshore and offshore asset retirement projects.
• Assess and implement cost engineering processes and tools.
• Facilitate performance measurement through benchmarking, KPIs, and project lookbacks.
• Enhance data quality and accuracy by implementing cost engineering digital platforms.
• Align processes with best practices and business needs for continuous improvement.
• Support ENGINE recruiting efforts and establish the Cost Engineering function within ENGINE.

Skills

Cost engineering

Cost estimation

Scheduling

Project controls

Leadership

Education

B.E./B.Tech. in Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Total Number of Openings 1 Cost Engineering Lead The Chevron Engineering and Innovation Excellence Center (ENGINE) in Bengaluru India brings together the resources and expertise of the Chevron global network with talent in India to enhance agility and technological innovation to optimize solutions for the world’s current and future energy challenges. As one of the leading energy providers worldwide, Chevron is involved in the production of crude oil and natural gas, manufacturing of transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals, and additives, and the development of enabling technologies. Chevron's vision is to be the global energy company most admired for its people, partnerships, and performance. With a clear purpose to develop affordable, reliable, ever-cleaner energy that enables human progress, we believe human ingenuity has the power to solve any challenge and overcome any obstacle. Meeting the world’s growing energy needs requires the pursuit of innovations and advancements that deliver a better future for all. The Cost Engineering Lead is part of the Engineering Services organization within the Chevron ENGINE Center and leads a team that provides cost estimating, planning/scheduling, and project controls services for asset retirement projects across Chevron. This role ensures standardized, scalable cost engineering processes, data digitalization, performance measurement, and improvement initiatives. This position actively advocates cost engineering principles, promoting a One Team mentality across multifunctional teams in support of the delivery of competitive, predictable, and realistic cost and schedule performance. Chevron ENGINE supports global operations, and work hours are aligned to business needs. Standard working hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 1:30 PM to 10:30 PM, Monday to Friday. These may evolve based on operational or business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cost engineering services for onshore and offshore asset retirement projects.
• Assess and implement cost engineering processes and tools.
• Facilitate performance measurement through benchmarking, KPIs, and project lookbacks.
• Enhance data quality and accuracy by implementing cost engineering digital platforms.
• Align processes with best practices and business needs for continuous improvement.
• Support ENGINE recruiting efforts and establish the Cost Engineering function within ENGINE.

About you

We know our greatest resource is the ingenuity, creativity and innovation of our people. Applications from motivated, talented individuals with a keen interest in the energy industry are encouraged. To be considered for this role, applicants should have:

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Construction Management (B.E./B.Tech.) from a recognized (AICTE) certified university.
• Demonstrated skills in assessment of established cost engineering systems and development of shaping plans for improvements and initiatives.
• Fundamental knowledge of industry trends, lessons learned and best practices.
• 15+ years of Cost Engineering experience (estimating, scheduling, cost control, management of change, progress measurement and assessment, forecasting)
• Experience in project execution planning and risk management for asset retirement projects
• Supervisory experience.

What we can offer you

Everything we do at Chevron is guided by our values and our commitment to the Chevron Way. Have the opportunity to take part in world-leading energy projects, advance your professional development and expand your career within an inclusive and collaborative workplace. Join a workplace where innovation, collaboration and safety are at the core of how we work. Work in thoughtfully designed environments that support focus, well-being, and innovation enhanced by digital tools that enable seamless collaboration. Grow through structured learning, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to impactful projects that align with Chevron’s values and business priorities. Access comprehensive benefits that support your health, well-being, and work-life balance. Engage with emerging technologies and digital solutions that are shaping the future of energy and enterprise.

Diversity, equity & inclusion statement

Chevron values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, genders, cultures, and backgrounds to apply. Chevron is committed to building a safe and respectful workplace where everyone is valued for their contribution to our energy future. Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

References to ENGINE refers to the Chevron Engineering and Innovation Excellence Center, which operates under Chevron Global Technology and Services Private Limited, an affiliate of Chevron Corporation. References to ENGINE in this document are for convenience only and do not denote a separate legal entity. This job advertisement is intended to provide a general overview of the role and workplace environment. Role details and outcomes may vary based on business needs and individual performance.

Chevron is one of the world's leading integrated energy companies. Through its subsidiaries that conduct business worldwide, the company is involved in virtually every facet of the energy industry. Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and distributes transportation fuels and lubricants; manufactures and sells petrochemicals and additives; generates power; and develops and deploys technologies that enhance business value in every aspect of the company's operations.

Chevron is based in Houston, Texas. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.