Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,000 Teammates across the US, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.

Hargrove’s key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.

Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

What You'll Be Doing

The Lead Cost Estimator is responsible for developing and leading the cost estimates for the capital projects and support/guide project managers to ensure the projects cost estimates are well prepared with accuracies. Accountable for ensuring project estimates are developed with required accuracy to support the project appropriation as required by the client Project Management FEL process. The incumbent would be accountable to develop the robust cost estimating process, procedures, policies, and tools aligned with ACCE guidelines as well as requirements defined by the client Capital policies and Project management process/stage gate approvals. The Lead Cost Estimator will be an expert and authority to ensure all cost estimates for all projects are completed in its entirety.

Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Develop the process/guidelines/standards/templates/tools to develop the conceptual and detailed cost estimates for the capital projects; (Study Grade +/-50%) through the final approval & appropriation (+/-10%)
Performing bid analysis on service contracts and estimating scope & field changes during execution
Work closely with cost control to gather data and analyze completed projects to update cost database, tools, and internal/external benchmarking
Providing cost estimating support/guidance to project managers/teams and customers (business & ops teams)
Own the cost estimating discipline and ensure the estimation process is being followed by all projects
Ensure the estimation processes/procedures and tools are well aligned with estimation class definition, AACE and industry best practices
Review and validate project cost estimates for all projects for each phase
Mentor younger project engineers/interns and utilize them to develop the cost estimates
Build on existing estimate templates and WBS structure
Provide appropriate estimate development training to Project Managers as needed to ensure estimate accuracy
Develop waterfall analysis for the increased/decreased cost estimates and change orders
Develop, organize, and manage a centralized cost estimating database and a formal process to support cost benchmarking
Provide improvement recommendations to cost estimating procedures to reduce future discrepancies between estimated and actual costs
Develop cost estimating training/guidelines to ensure a common understanding throughout the organization of cost estimating process and requirements

Ideal Background

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, mathematics, Construction Management or in a related field
Minimum ten (10) years of experience working on capital projects in project controls, engineering, project management, or construction management to utilize to produce cost estimates/cost analysis for the client.
Demonstrate strong analytical skills to assess and interpret complex datasets and drawings
Possess strong communication/presentation skills to work/interact with several customers/management/senior leadership within the client
Experience in estimating supporting Engineering, Procurement and Construction estimates for Petrochemical refineries and/or manufacturing plants

Preferred Qualifications:

Estimating skills must include knowledge of factored estimating techniques and experience preparing detailed estimates
Field experience preferred
Experience in being a team lead and presenting to Senior Management
Experience with Microsoft Office suite with advanced skills in Excel required
Understanding of contractual language, ability and knowledge to review completed bids for accuracy in pricing, resources, equipment, subcontractors, safety considerations, schedule, and quality as it affects pricing (for estimates)
Ability to work in a team environment and willingness to share knowledge and learn from others
Can manage multiple projects and priorities in a logical, methodical manner
The ability and willingness to work under tight time restraints
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies
Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done
The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Ability to interact with personnel on a professional level
Strong organizational and time management skills

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

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