Chief Estimator
On-site · Houston, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Chief Estimator will lead the estimating team company-wide, directing process improvements for multi-discipline EPFC estimates and proposals. Responsibilities include mentoring professionals, managing the estimating department, ensuring quality and timely estimates, developing and applying estimating methods, integrating historical data, coordinating with Business Development, Project Management, Engineering and other functions, and delivering clear estimate and proposal presentations to internal/external stakeholders. Requires experience with industrial facilities estimation, strong cost-control techniques, and proficiency with estimating software (e.g., Sage Timberline, Aspen ACCE) and scheduling tools (MS Project/Primavera). This on-site role in Houston, TX, with a comprehensive benefits package.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction, or related field and/or equivalent combination of education/experience
- Minimum 10+ years’ experience in estimating, field engineer, or site construction leadership involved with estimating or cost monitoring, including 5+ years of management experience
- Familiarity with various contract types, from Lump Sum to various Time and Materials contract types
- Strong knowledge of estimating techniques, engineering disciplines, and cost control techniques
- Ability to supervise estimating personnel in the preparation and progress of complex estimates
- Experience with managing and motivating a team of professionals
- Good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to develop and present clear and concise presentations to clients and senior management
- Have a good understanding of operating processes at facilities such as refineries, terminals, power plants, mining, or other heavy industrial facilities
- Self-motivated enthusiastic team player willing to work with others and adopt new ideas and methods
- Good computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
- Familiarity with Sage (Timberline) and Aspen (ACCE) estimating or other estimating software a plus
- Project scheduling software (MS Project or Primavera) and databases will be an advantage
- Occasional travel and extended workdays
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