Project Estimating Lead

At Motiva, our employees’ energy, passion, and dedication to excellence are what make us who we are and what allows us to generate energy that makes a house a home, gets us from point A to point B, and enables our health and wellbeing. We invest in every aspect of our employees’ lives because, at Motiva, our people matter. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Motiva refines, distributes and markets petroleum products throughout the Americas. The company’s Port Arthur Manufacturing Complex in Port Arthur, TX, is comprised of North America’s largest refinery with a total throughput of 720,000 barrels per day, the world’s second largest base oil plant, and an integrated chemical plant. Under exclusive long-term brand licenses with Shell and Phillips 66 (for the 76® brand), Motiva’s commercial operations supply more than 12 billion gallons of fuel to customers annually. Motiva is wholly owned by Aramco, one of the world’s largest integrated energy and chemicals companies. Position Overview: The Project Estimating Lead implements, controls, and manages the overall project estimating process from conception to project closeout for a portfolio of projects. This position leads and develops a team of Motiva and contract project estimators. The Project Estimating Lead reports to the Project Controls and Assurance Manager. Responsibilities: Act as site focal point and subject matter expert for project estimating practices, processes, and resources. Provide guidance and mentorship for estimating team. Effectively manage project portfolio and estimating resources. Perform estimate quality assurance and all necessary cost analysis. Understand estimated ratios and metrics and compare against established benchmarks. Assist with Key Performance Indicator reporting. Conduct field walks to understand project scope and execution strategy. Compare actual cost data against estimate and populate cost database. Perform project benchmarking and effectively communicate to stakeholders. Experience and Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree paired with 10 years of experience estimating capital projects OR high school diploma paired with 15 years estimating capital projects Proficient using AspenTech Capital Cost Estimator Proficient using Accubid Estimating Basic knowledge of Richardson Engineering Estimating Strong understanding of the Capital Project stage-gated process Strong understanding of Project Controls Strong understanding of Independent Project Analysis (IPA) benchmarking methodologies, cost categories, and metrics Experience working with engineering and construction contractors Excellent organizational and planning, analytical and critical thinking, and written and verbal communication skills Understanding of how to manage critical knowledge and information to stakeholders Proficient using Microsoft Office suite of software (Excel, Power Point, Word) Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Understanding of project execution processes Understanding of SAP Project Systems Module Physical Requirements: Physical ability to work around and on industrial equipment, including frequent climbing of stairs and ladders Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated areas (respirator, hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, heeled boots, and hearing protection) We reserve the right to amend or withdraw Motiva jobs at any time, including prior to the closing date. Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or grade. Applicants for regular U.S. positions must be authorized to work in the United States for Motiva Enterprises LLC without the need for sponsorship of an immigration authorization or visa (for example, TN, H-1B, or other employment-based immigration authorization or visa). Motiva participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status under federal, state, or local laws. At Motiva, our employees’ energy, passion, and dedication to excellence are what make us who we are and what allows us to generate energy that makes a house a home, gets us from point A to point B, and enables our health and wellbeing. We invest in every aspect of our employees’ lives because, at Motiva, our people matter.