Estimator / Project Controls

Requirements & Summary




Company: NES Fircroft
Skills: Budget / Cost Control
Experience: 7 + Years
Education: Bachelors/3-5 yr Degree
Employment Type: Full Time Contractor
Location: Gregory, Texas, United States





POSITION OVERVIEW Assigned position is in Corpus Christi and provides management during the Engineering, Procurement and Construction phases of brownfield capital projects. Estimator/Project Controls position is to be able to accurately project the cost of upcoming projects and provide this vital information by developing the cost information needed in order to determine if a proposed project is financially viable, profitable, or to assess contractor's estimates and bids. Under general supervision, Estimator/Project Controls will coordinate, define and execute specific requirements for the cost and controls, administration and documentation of the EPC contractor's estimates, EPC Contract, Subcontractor, Service Contract and Company Agreements. The assignment period includes estimating/project controls tasks and activities for the engineering, procurement support and assistance, design, construction, turnover, startup and commissioning, and plant operations after handover.   KNOWLEDGEPossess a comprehensive and detailed knowledge of engineering, procurement and construction costs, materials and procedures in the oil and gas industry.Be proficient in estimating, cost/pricing development, and oil and gas industry standards and language.Knowledge in computer based estimating tool AspenTech ACCE and or AIPCE is required. Certification is a plus. Knowledge in computer based scheduling tool Microsoft Project is required.Additional administrative project controls related tasks will be assigned to support Cost Control and Purchasing.  RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIESResponsible to analyze and compile data on each factor that may have an influence on costs. Such factors include labor, materials, special machinery requirements and location.Administer, track, analyze, as well as communicate contractors' performance and cost adherence complianceResponsible for managing, coordinating, and collaborating with EPC contractor, subs and Company contracts costs and scheduling for technical, professional and construction services.Be able to determine the engineering & procurement services time, quantity of materials and labor required to successfully complete the project utilizing quantity or "takeoff" process.Analyze others estimates and bids and determine sequence of operations, physical constraints, equipment needs, crew size, shipping delays, allowance for waste and inclement weather conditions.Track actual costs relative to budget and/or firm committed costs.Prepare Project cost summaries and reports.Maintain Contractors' adherence to all project agreements costs and schedules and conditions.Review modifications, extensions and contract closeout cost and schedule documents.Take direction/guidance from Client's system for existing procedures, organization and methods of operation and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.Interface with all other project team members, both Client's and EPC contractor'sMaintain tracking of all cost related correspondence and documents that will be issued by EPC contractor and Client.Keep Client Project Manager informed of any technical, schedule or cost impacts due to contract issues and any impacts to other project tasks & activities.Make site visits as required to coordinate with contractors and Client site staff to assist and support for full contract compliance  QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS)Education and Certifications: A bachelor's degree in­­ economics, engineering, mathematics, technology or industrial engineering, or equivalent experience is required. Experience:  Minimum of 7 years in a Project Estimator/Project Controls environment within an oil and gas operating company and/or engineering and construction company, specifically with process industrial facilities required.  Combination of engineering technical experience with cost estimating is required.Skills:     Detail oriented and effective time management skills.Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Organized and able to manage multiple activities and programs timely and with a high degree of accuracy. Computer literate with typical office packages such as MS Office, basic computer literacy and the ability to learn new software and applications With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining, Automotive and Chemicals sectors worldwide.With more than 100 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.



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Gregory, Texas, United States Gregory, Texas, United States

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Full Time

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Published On 17-02-2023