Estimation Consultant - Capital Projects

Job description

the employer, an ISO 9001:2015 certified division of the employer Group, provides HR, industrial project and maintenance solutions across various sectors. In this role you will deliver high‑value estimating support for major capital projects, applying rigorous cost validation and providing project insight. Prepare, review and validate TIC estimates for Pre‑FEED, FEED, Detailed Design, Project Proposal and Execution phases. Develop and review estimate basis documents, assumptions, exclusions, contingencies, escalation strategies and methodologies. Evaluate engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and startup cost components. Conduct independent estimate reviews and challenge sessions. Validate contractor, EPC and consultant estimates. Extensive involvement in capital projects exceeding USD 500 million; multi‑billion‑dollar program experience preferred. Use proprietary estimating and benchmarking databases. Proficiency in AACE estimate classification system. Proficiency in EPC delivery models. Proficiency in construction productivity analysis. Proficiency in developing all‑in labor rates. Proficiency in engineering and construction unit rate development. Proficiency in cost trend analysis. Proficiency in escalation and inflation modeling. Currently located in Saudi Arabia on a transferable Iqama

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, or related engineering discipline from a recognized university
• minimum 25 years progressive experience in capital project cost estimating
• minimum 15 years direct experience supporting Saudi Aramco capital projects
• experience preparing, reviewing, validating and assuring Total Installed Cost (TIC) estimates for major and mega capital projects
• proven experience in upstream Oil & Gas projects
• experience with Aspen Capital Cost Estimator (ACCE).

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