Job Summary: Lead and Manage bid/project cost estimation activities. Develop and validate classified estimates, Lead the Proposal/estimation team which shall include for engineering discipline leads and/or senior engineers, construction and procurement experts, project planning and controls, Shall maintain confidentiality of information as deemed required.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Lead and manage all cost estimation activities for the EPC, and execution phases. Develop, review, and validate Class 1 to Class 5 (Level 1 - Order of Magnitude, Level 2 - Schematic/Conceptual Design, Level 3- Design Development, Level 4 - Construction Document, and Level 5 - Bid estimate). cost estimates in accordance with project requirements and industry best practices. Prepare detailed estimates, including material, labor, equipment, construction, indirect costs, and contingency assessments. Establish cost estimating methodologies, databases, norms, and benchmarks to support project decision-making. Coordinate with engineering disciplines, procurement, construction, and project controls teams to ensure accurate and timely estimates Evaluate contractor and vendor estimates and provide technical recommendations. Perform cost risk analysis, sensitivity analysis, and estimate assurance reviews. Support value engineering initiatives and identify cost optimization opportunities. Prepare estimate basis documents, cost reports, management presentations, and supporting documentation for project approvals. Ensure compliance with Client standards, project procedures, and company estimating practices. Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of Specialists, Senior Engineers, and Engineers involved in cost estimation activities. Interface effectively with clients, stakeholders, and project management teams to support project objectives

Requirements

Experience:

Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas or Petrochemical industry. Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role on major Oil & Gas or Petrochemical projects.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in engineering or an equivalent qualification from an accredited university. Certification and training courses from AACE and such an additional advantage

Required Skills & Abilities:

1- Core Competencies:

Experience in managing and leading teams comprising Specialists, Senior Engineers, and Engineers. Strong knowledge of cost estimating techniques, industry norms, benchmarking, and estimating software/tools Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary and multicultural project environments

2- Technical Skills:

Estimate Development: Lead the preparation of comprehensive EPC cost breakdowns for materials, labor, and equipment Risk & Variance Analysis: Conduct cost risk, sensitivity, and historical reconciliation reviews Cross-functional Collaboration: Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and project controls teams to validate scopes Team Leadership: Mentor and supervise junior engineers and specialists while enforcing company estimating standards Soft skills: Proficient in advanced MS Excel, work breakdown structures (WBS), and specialized estimating