Pipeline Estimating Manager

NES Fircroft; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

NES Fircroft is seeking an experienced Pipeline Estimating Manager to lead the development of detailed construction cost estimates for large-scale energy infrastructure projects in North America. This role requires strong expertise in labor planning, production rates, and project costing to support bids from early opportunity evaluation through handoff.

You will collaborate with operations, engineering, procurement, and project controls to validate assumptions, manage risks, and drive

Formación

• 5+ years of pipeline/energy construction estimating experience.
• Ability to translate drawings and specs into estimates.
• Experience with manpower planning and labor-driven estimates.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the development of detailed construction cost estimates for pipeline projects.
• Analyze drawings, scopes, and bid documents to determine costs.
• Prepare labor-driven estimates and detailed cost models.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, procurement, and project controls.

Conocimientos

Estimating leadership

Cost estimation

Labor planning

Labor productivity

Cost modeling

Cross-functional collaboration

Bid development

Project controls

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline

Herramientas

Cost estimating software

Scheduling software

Descripción del empleo

Our client is seeking an experienced Pipeline Estimating Manager to play a critical role in the planning and delivery of major energy infrastructure projects across North America.

This position will be responsible for developing detailed construction estimates for pipeline and related facilities projects, supporting pursuits from early opportunity evaluation through bid submission and project handoff. The successful candidate will bring a strong understanding of construction execution, labor planning, production rates, equipment utilization, and overall project costing.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the development of comprehensive construction cost estimates for large-scale energy infrastructure projects.
• Analyze project drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and bid documents to determine project requirements and costs.
• Develop labor-driven estimates including workforce planning, crew sizing, productivity assumptions, and construction sequencing.
• Prepare detailed cost models covering labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, logistics, and indirect project expenses.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, procurement, project controls, and construction teams to validate assumptions and execution strategies.
• Evaluate project risks, opportunities, and commercial considerations during the estimating process.
• Support bid reviews and provide estimate presentations to leadership teams.
• Assist with strategic bid development and competitive pricing initiatives.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts related to estimating processes, historical cost data, and productivity tracking.
• Support transition activities between estimating and project execution teams to ensure successful project startup.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of estimating experience supporting pipeline, midstream, industrial, heavy civil, or energy construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, labor productivity, equipment utilization, and field operations.
• Experience developing detailed manpower plans and labor-driven estimates.
• Working knowledge of cost estimating and scheduling software platforms.
• Ability to evaluate technical documentation and translate project requirements into accurate construction estimates.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across multiple functional groups.
• Field construction or project execution experience is considered a strong advantage.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline is preferred.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive compensation package
• Flexible paid time off program
• Opportunity to work on major energy infrastructure projects with long-term growth potential
• High visibility role supporting strategic project pursuits across the organization