SR. COST ENGINEER

Qatar Energy; Doha; On-site; QAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Oil & Gas sector is seeking a Cost Engineer to oversee cost estimation and budgeting for various projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cost engineering, particularly in upstream and downstream projects. Responsibilities include cost monitoring and supporting project execution while adhering to international standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Cost Engineering.
• 5 years hands-on experience in Cost Estimation of Oil & Gas projects.
• Knowledge of contracting strategies and tendering process.

Responsibilities

• Perform Cost Engineering, Budgeting, and Invoicing activities.
• Support successful execution and delivery of projects.
• Conduct cost monitoring, forecasting, and reporting.

Skills

Cost Estimation

Cost Monitoring

Negotiation

Quantity Surveying

Project Management

Computer Literacy

Education

B.Sc. in Engineering Discipline

Certified Estimating Professional

Certified Cost Engineer

Tools

MS Office

Project Control Software

Job description

Overview
Perform Cost Engineering, Budgeting and Invoicing activities necessary to support the successful execution and timely delivery of all projects executed by Projects Engineering & Procurements Services (PEPS) Directorate.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Cost Engineering with at least 5 years specific hands-on experience in Cost Estimation of upstream/downstream projects (i.e., Oil & Gas and/or Civil/Infrastructure) at various stages.
• Proficient in cost estimation and analysis at various project stages (e.g., Initiation, Study, FEED/ECS and EPIC/Construction), cost monitoring, forecasting & reporting, negotiations, and evaluation of claim including dispute settlement.
• Additional experience in quantity surveying will be preferred.
• Knowledge of contracting strategies and experience in tendering process including technical and commercial bid evaluation.
• Conversant with international cost estimation software.
• Fully familiar with QHSE international standards and project requirements, material standards and specifications, project management and construction techniques.
• High level of computer literacy with relevant MS Office/Project Control Software.
  
  Qualifications
  B.Sc. or equivalent in an Engineering Discipline.
  
  Preferably Certified Estimating Professional from AACE or equivalent relevant Certifications/Memberships and/or Certified Cost Engineer.