Tech Specialist - Cost Estimation
Core
Develop, deliver, and manage standardized Project Services with a core emphasis on Project Cost Estimating for Shell's global energy operations.
Role type
Senior IC Cost Estimation Specialist (Project Services)
Builds
Cost estimates, benchmarking packages, and project predictability dashboards for Shell's Downstream Manufacturing, Chemicals, and Upstream assets.
Domain
Oil & Gas / Petrochemicals / Energy
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Cost estimation, Project Controls, Scheduling, Cost Engineering, Project Management, Excel, ASPEN TECH, CCET, TECOP profile analysis, deterministic cost contingency calculation, scope assessment, benchmarking, change impact assessment, automation tool adoption.
Preferred skills
Level 1 Estimation capability, continuous improvement project implementation, stakeholder expectation management, cross-cultural collaboration, PMI/IPMA certification.
Technologies
Excel, ASPEN TECH, CCET, SharePoint
Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership and mentorship for the Cost Estimation team; develop estimate basis and plans; prepare cost estimates from concept to execution; apply approved methodologies and benchmarks; support estimate reviews and validations; develop benchmarking packages; utilize TECOP profiles for contingency; incorporate project complexity factors; maintain project dashboards and automate reports; enable adoption of digital tools and ensure compliance.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC