Lead Estimator

Lead Estimator role at Wood – a remote opportunity to join its Process & Chemicals business.

Wood is recruiting a Lead Estimator who will develop project estimates to the required level of detail and accuracy in accordance with contractual requirements, Wood policies, procedures, and standards. The role will act as the focal point for estimating support to the project/contract team and client.

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across the Process and Chemicals sector.
• Flexible working arrangements with hybrid options.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Competitive salary with regular reviews.
• Flexible benefits package.
• Continued professional development.
• Global connections with experts worldwide.

• Verify and approve the Basis of Estimate for project cost estimates for wider approval.
• Develop, issue, and maintain project cost estimates in accordance with the Basis of Estimate.
• Facilitate and chair the internal review of project cost estimates, ensuring updates are actioned and estimate approval obtained.
• Review and deliver estimates to Wood management and the client for approval.
• Ensure updates to projects cost estimates are completed in a controlled manner.
• Liaise with other Project Controls disciplines to align budgets and schedules.
• Liaise with engineering, procurement, subcontract and construction functions to maintain awareness of costs of labor, plant, equipment, materials, and other provisions.
• Accountable for the formal filing of project and proposal estimates and the continuous update of estimating databases.
• Review and issue change orders in accordance with change notifications.
• May review and communicate cost and schedule impact of change notifications.
• Lead and participate in Project Controls Compliance and Continuous Improvement Reviews.
• Mentor and develop estimating personnel.
• Ensure estimates comply with Wood processes, procedures, and guidelines.
• Promote the use of standard estimating systems, procedures, and work methods.
• Develop project‑specific estimate plans, schedules, and basis within the project team.
• Supervise and manage a team in developing concept, factor, semi‑detailed, and detailed cost estimates.
• Mentor and coach estimating team members.
• Review and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes.
• Perform detailed quantitative, cost, and productivity analysis.
• Plan, schedule, and lead the estimate review and presentation process.
• Present estimates to Wood and Client management.
• Maintain and support historical estimating databases, escalation indices, and productivity data.

Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood, now or in the future.

Wood is an equal opportunity employer. If you do not match every requirement but feel you have relevant experience, we encourage you to apply.

• 5–10 years of progressive industry experience, with at least five years in estimating positions for industrial projects.
• Thorough knowledge of estimating techniques and systems.
• Excellent understanding of project management principles and techniques.
• Excellent understanding of cost management, change control, planning, and risk analysis & management.

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We operate in 60 countries with around 35,000 employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following: race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Professional Services