Lead Estimator

3 weeks ago


Houston, Texas, United States KBR Full time

Title:

Lead Estimator

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

KBR is looking for a Lead Estimator to develop multi-discipline conceptual and definitive estimates for heavy industrial, commercial, and residential capital projects including all cost aspects of engineering, material/equipment, and construction. This role will provide overall estimating technical expertise and coordinate activities as a lead when required. The Lead Estimator will need to be able to provide professional expertise in the resolution of complex estimating problems.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare multi-discipline, conceptual and definitive cost estimates for Capital Projects
  • Review estimates prepared by other estimators to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with the scope of work, including those developed by contractor, that may need revising to reflect construction practices at the project site
  • Assist project management and contracting personnel with bid analysis and contract negotiations
  • Provide leadership and direction to help advise estimators of company estimating methods/procedures and provides estimate breakdown direction
  • Keep abreast of significant developments in cost estimating by close review of technical literature, contacts with contractors, visit to areas of construction and attendance at professional and technical meetings
  • Utilize computer-estimating programs

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor degree in related field
  • 10 + years of progressive directly related estimating experience including at least 5 years devoted to petrochemical, refinery, pipeline, or power generation projects
  • Familiar with construction practices, materials and equipment
  • Must be proficient with ASPEN capital cost estimator
Decarbonization – Energy Transition – Sustainability

KBR Benefits​

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.​

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Inclusion and Diversity at KBR​

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer. We Deliver – Together.

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KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.



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