Estimator II

Worley Group, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley Group, Inc in Houston seeks an experienced Estimator to develop FEL estimates from concept to detailed stages for mining, minerals, refining and energy projects. You will deliver focused capital cost estimates, work with ACCE/ Cleopatra, and interface with clients and project teams to ensure accuracy and on-time results.

You should have a BS in Engineering or Construction Management and strong knowledge of EPC estimating practices, with a proven ability to lead indirect cost modeling and

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or Construction Management required.
• Experience with Mining, Minerals, Battery Material, Refining, Oil, Gas, LNG and Chemical Estimating core processes.
• Good knowledge of EPC estimating practices and methods.
• Strong interface with clients and ability to grow business through team performance.
• Ability to develop detailed/indirect cost estimates and site contracting strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop FEL Estimates from Conceptual to Detailed stages.
• Estimate indirect field costs and use proprietary modeling tools; strong Excel skills are a plus.
• Deliver Capital Cost Estimates with accuracy and execution focus.
• Prepare and review estimate data, basis, and qualifications with the project team.
• Participate in estimate reviews and presentations with management and clients.

Skills

Estimating

Project management

Client interface

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

BS in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Aspen Capital Cost Estimator (ACCE)

Cleopatra

Excel

Job description

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Requirements:

• Experience with Mining, Minerals, Battery Material, Refining, Oil, Gas, LNG and Chemical Estimating core processes and procedures.
• Good knowledge and experience in EPC estimating practices and methods.
• Good Understanding of project management and construction management concepts.
• Knowledge of the estimating process to develop conceptual estimates.
• Customer Interface - Build strong relationships with key clients and grow business through consistent team performance
• Ability to develop forced detail estimates with limited engineering input.
• Ability to develop an indirect staffing plan and other indirect construction cost.
• Ability to develop site specific contracting strategy and develop site contractor wage rates.
• Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position
• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others.
• Ability to analytically think and meet an aggressive due date.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing technologies, processes and tools for estimating.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS In Engineering or Construction Management

Preferred:

• Local candidates in Houston strongly preferred
• Proficient in Aspen Capital Cost Estimator (ACCE) and or Cleopatra as well as Microsoft software.
• Thorough experience in technical, practical and leadership experience in the relevant discipline, including experience in project engineering and management with estimating expertise.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop various phases of FEL Estimates (Conceptual to Detailed).
• Responsible for Indirect field cost estimates and working with proprietary indirect modeling tool, strong excel capability a plus.
• Delivering of Capital Cost Estimates with focus on enhancing accuracy and execution.
• Performs in an Estimator capacity developing cost estimate on small projects/proposals.
• Responsible for independently applying advanced estimating techniques and analysis within the discipline.
• Interaction with project team members from all design disciplines including project management, client reps, and others 3rd party consultants.
• Write estimate plans, review scope of work, develop & assemble estimate data, review estimates (discipline, management, client), and write estimate basis document with qualifications & assumptions.
• Participate in estimate reviews and presentations with management, Project Manager and project team members.

Moving forward together

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