Worley

Principal Estimator

Worley • $120K — $150K *
Monrovia, CA 91016In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Recognized degree in Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent experience.
  • Experience in Project Controls, Commercial and Estimating Management.
  • Construction site experience is required.
  • Strong leadership experience in project engineering and management.
  • Thorough knowledge of local and international standards related to estimating.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with cost estimation procedures throughout project phases.
  • Develop and refine estimating standards, procedures, and systems for proposals.
  • Guide projects with expert cost estimating advice.
  • Establish a comprehensive Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
  • Prepare detailed estimating plans and define estimation methodologies.
  • Review design and quantities for project completeness and develop additional bases if needed.
  • Analyze past scope and costs to establish benchmark estimates.

Benefits

  • Commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
  • Opportunities for reskilling and professional development in sustainable technologies.
  • Support for employees to pursue their career ambitions with no barriers.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities:

  • Ensure adherence to the preparation and/or supervision of cost estimates in accordance with the approved procedures during various project phases including Pre-FEED and FEED
  • Provide support in the development of estimating standards, procedures and systems for the estimating of tenders and proposals
  • Provide cost estimating guidance to projects
  • Work with the team to define an appropriate Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) in accordance with the customer and project requirement
  • Prepare the estimate plan to include establishment of the estimating methodology and cost estimating principles applicable to the estimate preparation.
  • Review design scope criteria and quantities for completeness and coordinate with the project to develop additional estimating bases when information is incomplete.
  • Support the collection, verification and integration across all work scope into the cost estimate
  • Provide support in identifying, analyzing, and providing innovative solutions to cost estimating problems.
  • Compare and analyze scope, quantities and cost data between projects. In comparison with previous estimates, outcome costs and vendor prices, carry out benchmark estimates through high level norms and industry standards\
  • Support the development of future benchmarking and estimating tools.
  • Develop escalation model where required and assist with the development of owners cost.
  • Coordinate identification of areas of risk in the compilation of cost estimates and evaluate appropriate levels of contingency. Where necessary perform Monte Carlo type risk analysis of costs estimates to determine contingency and accuracy levels.
  • Ensure sound quality of cost estimates adhering to the Worley Cost Estimating review procedures at varying project phases.
  • Prepare and present cost estimating information to management/customer. This may include the development of Basis of Cost Estimate report.
  • Participate in establishing pricing structures to be applied to quantities for estimates.
  • Prepare cost trend estimates in support of project cost trend programs.


Technical and Industry Experience:
  • Thorough technical and practical estimating skills and able to consistently deliver quality, accurate and timely work to Worley and its customers.
  • Knowledge of the fundamental requirements of the discipline, and the basic requirements of other disciplines
  • Knowledge of applicable local and international standards and statutory and regulatory requirements.
  • Highly competent in the use of relevant software such as MS Office Suite and discipline specific software and tools.
  • Thorough technical, practical and leadership experience in the relevant discipline, including experience in project engineering and management with specialized estimating expertise.
  • An understanding of project planning and scheduling experience and demonstrable leadership in working with a multi-disciplinary team in large scale projects.

Education, Qualifications, Accreditation, Training
Required:
  • A recognized degree in the relevant discipline or equivalent qualification/experience, ideally in Engineering or Construction Management.
  • Experience to include positions held in Project Controls, Commercial and Estimating Management positions and Construction site experience.

About Worley

Worley is a global engineering and construction company that provides services to the energy, chemicals, and resources sectors. The company was founded in 2019 through the merger of WorleyParsons and Jacobs' Energy, Chemicals and Resources division. Worley has over 48,000 employees in 49 countries and provides a range of services including consulting, engineering, procurement, construction, and project management. The company is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint and increase the use of renewable energy in its operations.
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Size
47,700 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
NASDAQ
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