Lead Cost Estimator — Brownfield Capital Projects

Brunel; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel in Texas is seeking experienced Cost/Schedule/Controls Engineers or Specialists to support Brownfield capital projects across industrial facilities. The role centers on capital project cost estimating, including estimate development, benchmarking, and method improvements.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience estimating major capital projects or portfolios, plus ability to mentor others, review estimates, and drive standardized estimating practices onsite with occasional

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience developing cost estimates for major capital projects valued at $100 million or more.
• Experience mentoring professionals and conducting technical reviews of estimates.
• Experience supporting at least one industrial project line (upstream, refining, chemicals, pipelines).
• Strong communication, analytical, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work onsite and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost estimates for major capital projects valued at $100 million or more and/or portfolio projects valued between $1 million and $100 million.
• Review project scopes and develop estimate plans that reflect materials, equipment, execution strategies, and overhead costs.
• Evaluate estimate accuracy and cost competitiveness using historical project data and external industry benchmarks.
• Perform technical reviews and provide guidance, mentoring, and feedback to cost estimating professionals.
• Develop, improve, and maintain cost estimating methodologies, processes, and tools.
• Develop and deliver cost estimating training to support consistent practices and improve team capabilities.
• Collaborate with project management, engineering, procurement, construction, and project services teams.
• Support cost engineering initiatives, continuous improvement efforts, and the implementation of standardized work processes.
• Communicate estimating assumptions, findings, and recommendations to relevant stakeholders.
• Participate in workshops and site visits as required, including potential domestic and international travel.

Skills

Cost estimating

Mentoring

Technical reviews

Stakeholder collaboration

Tools

Estimating tools

Job description

Brunel in Texas is seeking experienced Cost/Schedule/Controls Engineers or Specialists to support Brownfield capital projects across industrial facilities. The role centers on capital project cost estimating, including estimate development, benchmarking, and method improvements.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience estimating major capital projects or portfolios, plus ability to mentor others, review estimates, and drive standardized estimating practices onsite with occasional