Conceptual EPC Estimator for Industrial Projects

Audubon Companies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Audubon Companies in Houston, TX is seeking a Conceptual EPC Estimator to develop capital costs for engineering, procurement, and construction projects from early development through defined phases. The role focuses on AACE Class 5 through Class 3 estimates for industrial facilities and related infrastructure.

You will work with engineering, project management, procurement, and construction teams to establish scope, estimate methods, and uncertainties, and to deliver traceable, well-supported

Qualifications

• Typically, 7 or more years of experience developing industrial capital cost estimates.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, industrial technology, or a related field is preferred; equivalent relevant estimating, engineering, construction, or project controls experience will be considered.
• Experience with industrial, process, energy, chemical, petrochemical, refining, manufacturing, infrastructure, or similar capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop AACE Class 5 through Class 3 capital cost estimates for EPC projects using various estimating methods.
• Prepare and maintain the Basis of Estimate with scope, assumptions, and exclusions.
• Identify major cost drivers and risks, propose contingencies and allowances.
• Prepare estimate summaries, documentation, and participate in reviews and risk workshops.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Estimating software

Cost databases

Job description

Audubon Companies in Houston, TX is seeking a Conceptual EPC Estimator to develop capital costs for engineering, procurement, and construction projects from early development through defined phases. The role focuses on AACE Class 5 through Class 3 estimates for industrial facilities and related infrastructure.

You will work with engineering, project management, procurement, and construction teams to establish scope, estimate methods, and uncertainties, and to deliver traceable, well-supported