Senior Estimator – Oil & Gas Projects

About the role

Wood is seeking a Senior Estimator with extensive oil and gas petrochemical experience to join its Operations business in Atyrau, Kazakhstan. The role involves developing accurate cost estimates across all project phases and supporting the planning and procurement teams.

Key responsibilities

• Develop estimate plans, basis of estimate, man‑hour estimates and road‑map schedules.
• Translate material take‑offs (MTO) into bills of quantities (BOQ) and extract quantities from drawings for civil, structural, mechanical, piping and E&I work.
• Analyse budgetary quotations, evaluate subcontractor proposals and support commercial bid evaluation.
• Produce detailed cost estimates for conceptual, FEED, detailed design and execution phases, aligned with AACE standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement and construction teams to align scope, schedule and cost.
• Mentor junior estimators and promote best‑practice estimating methods.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an estimator in the oil & gas petrochemical sector.
• Proficient in using estimating software and calculation templates.
• Strong understanding of procurement, contracts and market cost drivers.
• Ability to conduct cost risk assessments and establish contingency allowances.

Required skills

• Cost estimating software proficiency
• Material take‑off (MTO) and bill of quantities (BOQ) preparation
• AACE cost estimating standards
• Knowledge of EPC, EPCM, lump‑sum and reimbursable contract frameworks