Director, Estimating

Venture Global LNG • Arlington, VA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Venture Global LNG is seeking an experienced Director of Estimating with a strong background in LNG process estimating and project controls. The role leads estimates for LNG process plant details, small capital projects—including equipment replacements—and maintenance and outage work. It assesses project costs, contract evaluations, and major changes, and supports estimate-related decisions.

Serving as a subject matter expert, mentor, and reviewer for complex estimates, the Director contributes to management reviews and investment decisions. The position works with Engineering, Procurement, Contracts, Construction, Operations, Project Management, and discipline estimating teams. The job description identifies Houston, Texas as the position location and states that it is a full-time, in-office position. Travel to project sites or client meetings is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Proven track record of estimating and project controls experience in construction, engineering, or a related industry.
• Strong proficiency in project estimation software, cost modeling tools, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and best practices.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex information to diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and trends related to cost estimation and project controls.
• Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple estimates and priorities simultaneously.
• 10–15 years of estimating experience.
• Thorough knowledge of construction execution practices.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the LNG industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in developing conceptual, order-of-magnitude, and feasibility estimates using parametric or capacity-based models.
• Review cost benchmarks and support the screening of bids or proposals.
• Lead support for the change management program and conduct variance analysis against budgets.
• Develop estimate plans, presentations, detailed reports, and documentation describing estimate bases, assumptions, methodologies, and constraints.
• Lead preparation of turnaround cost estimates and support maintenance budget estimates.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather project requirements, scope, and specifications.
• Analyze project documentation, including drawings, contracts, and technical documents, to develop comprehensive estimates.
• Use industry-specific software and tools to prepare cost breakdowns for materials, labor, equipment, and overhead.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, procurement, and construction specialists to align estimates with project goals and objectives.
• Identify cost and schedule risks and uncertainties, recommend mitigation strategies, and conduct contingency analysis.
• Support bid proposal evaluation by analyzing cost estimates and supporting documentation.
• Monitor and update estimates as information becomes available and throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in project review meetings, provide cost-related insights, and adjust estimates based on project progress.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of estimating processes and procedures.
• Collate and summarize historical information and create benchmarks for estimate comparison and analysis.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director