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Cost Estimator

Employer:	Chevron, Inc.
Job Location:	Richmond , CA
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Industry Type:	Building Owners
Job Description:	Overview of Position: Chevron Corporation is one of the world’s leading integrated energy companies with subsidiaries that conduct business across the globe. The company’s success is driven by the ingenuity and commitment of approximately 59,000 employees who operate across the energy spectrum. Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and distributes transportation fuels and other energy products and services; manufactures and sells petrochemical products; generates power and produces geothermal energy; and develops and commercializes the energy resources of the future, including biofuels and other renewables. Chevron is based in San Ramon, California. Chevron Global Manufacturing Company is accepting online applications for the position of Cost Estimator - SME (Subject Matter Expert) located in Richmond, California. Overview: This position provides project controls (schedule and cost), cost estimate validation and assurance, and cost forecasting for multiple capital projects ranging from $500,000 to $25 Million. The Cost Estimator will be responsible for all phases of the project from development to commissioning and startup. Position Details: Key Responsibilities: • Provide overall project controls leadership for engineering and construction contractors. • Perform cost estimates for capital projects in conceptual/feasibility phases. • Maintain a central Database and other tools for cost estimating. • Develop and implement a cost estimating competency building plan. • Provide guidelines for project escalation and contingency. • Be responsible for quality assurance/quality control on all refining estimates greater than $5MM. • Effectively coordinate and align with Chevron Project Resources Company (PRC) on integrating Chevron best practices into Global Manufacturing project practices. • Participate as a team member in conjunction with PRC on selected project estimate reviews greater than $25 Million. • Design and deliver needed cost estimating competencies to Global Manufacturing Engineers and Project Managers. • Occasional business travel to domestic and international locations is possible. Required Qualifications: • High School diploma or equivalent. • Minimum of 8 years experience in capital project cost estimating within a refinery or petrochemical facility. • Proven track record in leading cost estimating projects in a refinery or petrochemical facility. • Demonstrated ability to influence and lead change management initiatives within the organization at a variety of levels. • Knowledge and experience working with large and simultaneous complex projects with facilities integration issues. • Candidate expected to show an understanding of indirect and conceptual estimating theories and techniques. • Candidate should be skilled in the application of computer software (Excel, Word and basic schedule skills in Primavera, and/or Microsoft Project: SAP or JDE) as well as estimating software. Candidate should have experience using decision analysis and probability tools. • Demonstrated personal and leadership commitment to Safety, Reliability, and Incident and Injury Free Operations. • Proven verbal and written communications skills. Preferred Qualifications: • Bachelors Degree in Mechanical, Civil, Chemical Engineering, or Business Administration. • 10 years of relevant project cost estimating experience. Relocation Options : Relocation may be considered within Chevron parameters. International Considerations : Expatriate assignments will not be considered. If you are selected for the position, Chevron employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a physical, drug screening, and background check.
Company Description:	Chevron Corporation is one of the worlds leading integrated energy companies with subsidiaries that conduct business across the globe. The companys success is driven by the ingenuity and commitment of approximately 59,000 employees who operate across the energy spectrum. Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and distributes transportation fuels and other energy products and services; manufactures and sells petrochemical products; generates power and produces geothermal energy; and develops and commercializes the energy resources of the future, including biofuels and other renewables. Chevron is based in San Ramon, California. Chevron is a collaborative enterprise whose many parts work in concert to deliver vital energy. Acting with a common vision all around the world, our various businesses fulfill our commitment to provide the energy that drives human progress. Exploration and Production Our portfolio includes major operations in the world's most important oil and gas regions. Chemicals The chemicals we make are used in many household products, packaging and fuel additives. Manufacturing, Marketing and Transportation We maintain a significant presence in all segments of the downstream industry. Other Businesses Chevron's interests range from power generation and mining to energy research and nanoscience.