Cost Estimation Engineer

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Position summary

KBR is looking for a specialist cost estimation engineer for an offshore PMC project to be based in the client office in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Key responsibilities

Develop detailed cost estimates during planning, tendering, and execution phases. Analyze project requirements, scope, and risks to determine cost impacts. Prepare budget forecasts, cost breakdown structures (CBS), and estimates at completion. Support decision-making through cost comparisons and financial recommendations. Monitor cost variances and provide corrective action recommendations. Maintain and update cost databases and estimation standards. Participate in value engineering and cost-optimization initiatives.

Candidate requirements

• Must have overall 20+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Minimum 5-8 years’ experience in offshore projects having FEED/engineering experience working on mega value (>1 billion) projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is a must.
• Previous experience with ADNOC projects is an added advantage.