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Principal Estimator - Power

Worley Group, Inc
Bellaire, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/31/2025
Company: Worley
Primary Location: United States
Job: Project Cost Estimating
Schedule: Full-time
Employment Type: Employee
Job Level: Experienced
Job Posting: Mar 26, 2025
Unposting Date: Apr 26, 2025
Reporting Manager Title: SVP US Construction
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Building on our past. Ready for the future

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.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The Principal Estimator - Power plays a key role in supporting Worley's ambition to be a global leader in sustainability solutions by providing strategic estimating expertise for power generation projects. This position is responsible for developing, managing, and executing all estimating activities while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with business objectives. The role requires extensive experience across multiple disciplines and the ability to apply innovative estimating techniques to large-scale energy, chemicals, and resources projects. Through collaboration with engineering, procurement, and project management teams, the Principal Estimator contributes to delivering sustainable change and value across the project lifecycle.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develops comprehensive cost estimates for power generation projects, ensuring alignment with Worley's sustainability goals and customer requirements.
  • Provides expert consultation on construction estimates for large to mega-sized projects, incorporating best practices and industry standards.
  • Analyzes engineering drawings and specifications to generate accurate estimates, identifying potential risks and cost-saving opportunities.
  • Works collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, and project management, to ensure estimates reflect current market conditions and technological advancements.
  • Utilizes advanced estimating tools, systems, and methodologies to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of project cost projections.
  • Provides technical guidance and mentorship to estimating staff, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the team.
  • Engages with stakeholders to understand project objectives and deliver high-quality estimates that support strategic decision-making.
  • Develops and refines estimating processes to improve consistency, accuracy, and reliability across projects.
  • Contributes to the continuous improvement of estimating standards and practices to align with industry advancements and Worley's commitment to delivering sustainable transformation.

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QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLSET

  • A university degree or equivalent qualification in a related field or applicable discipline, or significant relevant industry experience.
  • Extensive experience (typically 10 years) in construction estimating for large to mega-sized power generation projects.
  • Recognized expertise in estimating methodologies, cost engineering principles, and industry best practices.
  • Strong knowledge of home office services and field construction costs, with the ability to apply this expertise to project estimating.
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications to develop precise cost estimates.
  • Proficiency in advanced estimating software, tools, and data analytics to support strategic decision-making.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify patterns and trends, offering data-driven insights to optimize project costs and resources.
  • Experience providing technical guidance and mentorship to team members, contributing to workforce development and knowledge sharing.
  • Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to present complex cost data in a clear and persuasive manner.
  • Proactive approach to setting priorities and managing multiple projects with organizational impact.
  • Commitment to Worley's values of sustainability, innovation, and partnership, supporting the transition to more sustainable energy sources.

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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.


Worley is an equal opportunity employer and we create a working culture that embraces diversity and promotes inclusion and flexibility.

 

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