Cost & Estimating Engineer

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.

Specific Accountabilities

• Prepares material takeoffs on the most complex projects, drawings, and plans.  Reviews takeoffs provided by the Engineering Department and checks for mathematical and technical accuracy.
•        Develop procedures for the preparation of estimates for modifications and additions to the onshore and offshore facility.
•        Prepare and/or supervise the preparation of estimates in accordance with the approved procedure for all phases of the works from the agreed engineering deliverables to the appropriate level of accuracy.
•        Receive the engineering estimate from the lead/project engineer for each modification/addition and incorporate into the overall estimate for all phases of the work.
•        Prepare rationale statements to support the estimate identifying areas of weakness and or areas of risk.
•        Carry out validation and verification of the estimates using high level norms and by comparing with previous estimates, outcome costs and vendor prices.
•        Continuously monitor the performance of the estimating process as part of the KPIs for the contract.
•        From evaluation of the  KPI data identify and make recommendations for improvement of the process.
•        Assists in training, developing, and maintaining a staff of estimators qualified to carry out departmental and project needs.
•        Assigns estimating personnel to projects and supervises their activities, reviewing work produced for accuracy.
•        Reviews contractual documents and modifications to determine scope of work and scope of changes.
•        Assists project management with preparation of schedules for estimate preparation, review, and publication. 
•        Develops forms, formats, and procedures to improve the quality of work produced in the Department.
•        Interfaces directly with clients.
•        Leads a small estimating organization of 1 to 4 employees who are qualified to perform capital cost estimating requirements.
•        Serves as a part of the Company’s Quality Improvement Team.
•        Accumulates, evaluates, and documents historical cost data and construction procedures and methods in order to maintain current estimating standards and data bases.
•        Completes other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
•        Quality Assurance â€“ Responsible for working within the provisions and guidelines of the Quality Assurance system relevant to the BU, etc
•        Safety â€“ Responsible for personal safety safe working practices for the BU, etc. Understand and follow OH&S procedures. 

Qualifications – External

Mandatory Requirements

• Candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in engineering. 
• Responsible for Cost & Estimating functions as required for the execution of the Projects.
• Must have proven track record in Cost & Estimation in civil construction or Road or similar projects.

Moving forward together

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

And we’re not just talking about it; we’re doing it. We’re reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today’s low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.