Project Estimator

Bid Development

• Analyze project documents (drawings, specifications, RFQs) to prepare comprehensive, competitive lump-sum or unit-rate estimates.
• Calculate costs for material, labor, equipment, subcontractors, and contingencies for pipelines, compressor stations, and related facilities.

Cost Analysis

• Work with engineers, procurement, and project managers to validate scopes of work and ensure accurate material takeoffs.
• Participate in final estimate review meetings.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and bid documents for pipeline projects (oil, gas, water, or utilities).
• Perform quantity takeoffs for materials, labor, and equipment.
• Develop detailed cost estimates and bid packages.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Analyze project risks and incorporate contingencies into estimates.

Collaborate & Coordinate

• Maintain cost databases and historical project data.
• Prepare and present proposals to management or clients.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.

Requirements

• Experience in the project development space not just execution; needs ability to build estimates in the early phases pre-full funding and in the conceptual stage.
• Previous experience in a closely related position.
• Advanced level proficiency in Cost Estimating, Project Planning and Project Controls.
• Strong Influencing, consulting, mentoring, analytical, and computing skills.
• Adaptability to changing priorities.
• Able to organize, plan, control, coordinate, and effectively manage cross-functional activities.
• Approximately 10+ years of experience in estimating, construction planning, or project controls within the pipeline, midstream, or oil & gas industry.
• Must have hands-on field construction experience (pipeline or heavy industrial preferred).
• Strong Excel skills required; Power BI experience is a plus.
• Experience coordinating with project managers, engineers, BD teams, and senior leadership.
• Able to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Professional, polished, and able to navigate interactions with VPs and senior management.