Project Controls & Estimating Manager

Walker Lovell; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 160,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Control Manager to shape the future of project controls at the enterprise level. This pivotal role involves leading cost estimation strategies across billion-dollar initiatives, mentoring project teams, and ensuring best practices in budgeting and forecasting. You'll be the go-to authority for enterprise cost estimation and will have high visibility with executive leadership. If you have a strong background in chemical manufacturing and a passion for driving process improvements, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with immediate vesting

PTO

Qualifications

• 10+ years in senior cost engineering/project controls within chemical or large-scale manufacturing.
• Expertise in manufacturing site construction and plant setup.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost estimating and forecasting practices across major capital projects.
• Guide internal teams and external partners in budgeting and reporting.

Skills

Cost Estimation

Project Controls

Budgeting

Forecasting

Mentoring

Process Improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

AACE (CCP) or PMP certification

Tools

JD Edwards

SAP

EcoSys

Primavera P6

Job description

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Base pay range

$160,000.00/yr - $195,000.00/yr

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Global Recruitment Director at Walker Lovell Recruitment

Location: Oklahoma City, OK (Relocation assistance available)

Salary: $160,000 – $195,000 (Depending on experience)

Shape the future of project controls at the enterprise level:

A national chemical manufacturer is seeking a senior leader to define and lead project controls strategy across large-scale capital investments. Impact billion-dollar initiatives while mentoring project teams and setting new standards for estimating, forecasting, and cost tracking.

Be the go-to authority for enterprise cost estimation - advising on technology, methodology, and process improvement. You’ll guide projects from $1 million to $1 billion, with high visibility across executive leadership.

In this role, you’ll:

• Lead cost estimating and forecasting practices across major capital projects
• Guide internal teams and external partners in budgeting and reporting
• Evaluate and recommend cost estimation software
• Own AACE-aligned processes for estimating and change control
• Lead resource planning, cash flow forecasting, and project schedule integration

We’re looking for someone who has:

• 10+ years in senior cost engineering/project controls within chemical, petrochemical, or large-scale manufacturing
• Expertise in manufacturing site construction and plant setup
• Experience leading or mentoring project controls professionals
• Familiarity with ERP and project tools (JD Edwards, SAP, EcoSys, Primavera P6)
• AACE (CCP) or PMP certification preferred
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with immediate vesting, PTO, and more (further details can be provided during screening call)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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