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Capital Project Cost Estimator

CpsPort Allen, LAMay 5th, 2026
Our client is a global provider of storage and transportation in the chemical, petrochemical, and oil & gas industries. Due to growth, our client is adding headcount and hiring an engineer dedicated to cost estimating for capital projects, specifically projects related to infrastructure. This engineer may also work with the business development team to estimate project costs for potential new customers. This is a great time to join a growing team. This job can be seated in Houston, Freeport, TX; Plaquemine or NOLA.The Capital Project Cost Estimator will:Apply relevant industry standard practices to all stages of the project estimates, including AACE 97R-18Manage transitions from Class 5 estimates through to Class 1 estimatesWork with Supply Chain to ensure there are no gaps in materials or laborEnsure all safety precautions are implemented through every phase of the projectsApply LOPA, LPP, and HAZOP standards to project requirementsSecure bids from outside vendors, and effectively create a vendor databaseUtilize Risk Graph methodsCommunicate effectively with internal and external stakeholdersSalary Range: $110,000 - $130,000 + 15%Benefits: M/D/V Insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off, Sick Time Off, Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Programs, Tuition