Industrial Cost Estimator — Tank Terminals Growth Projects

Vopak; Georgia; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

401(k) Incentive Savings Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off and Sick Days

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Accident Insurance

Legal Plan

ID Theft Insurance

Job summary

Vopak is seeking a Cost Estimator to act as the technical-financial architect for growth projects, aligning Vopak Project Management standards with AACE practices 97R-18 and 105-90. The role focuses on estimating for Brownfield and Greenfield tank terminals, integrating safety requirements, and supporting Tender Boards with data-driven cost analysis.

The ideal candidate holds an engineering degree and 5–10 years of experience, with strong communication in English, proficiency in MS Office and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, or Civil).
• 5–10 years of experience in industrial estimating, construction management, or project management; focusing on tank terminals.
• Experience with Brownfield and/or Greenfield tank terminals and/or petrochemical infrastructure.
• Project experience including Growth & Sustaining Capex projects, Debottlenecking, TAR projects, and In-Situ upgrades.
• Expert of AACE International Recommended Practices, including 97R-18 and 105-90.
• Proficient in translating LOPA and SIS architecture into cost models.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, Google, modeling tools.
• Must have or be able to obtain TWIC card.
• Excellent communication including fluent in English.
• High safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Cost Engineering & Estimating for growth projects.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to capture requires and specs at each stage.
• Apply AACE 97R-18 and related practices to manage estimate transitions.
• Lead data analysis to ensure zero gaps in project costs.
• Support Tender Boards (TB1, TB2, TB3).
• Use risk graph methods and risk drivers for contingency balancing.
• Translate mandatory safety requirements into accurate costs via Safety Life Cycle Quantifications.
• Maintain familiarity with codes and standards for mechanical tank infrastructure and safety systems.
• Ensure estimates align with industry codes and Vopak Global Standards.
• Participate in 3D-model, HAZOP, and maintainability reviews to price safe maintainability.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Fluent in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, or Civil)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Google tools

Modeling tools

TWIC card

Job description

Vopak is seeking a Cost Estimator to act as the technical-financial architect for growth projects, aligning Vopak Project Management standards with AACE practices 97R-18 and 105-90. The role focuses on estimating for Brownfield and Greenfield tank terminals, integrating safety requirements, and supporting Tender Boards with data-driven cost analysis.

The ideal candidate holds an engineering degree and 5–10 years of experience, with strong communication in English, proficiency in MS Office and