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Principal Estimator

Capital Cost Solutions
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 6/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/13/2026

πŸš€ We Are Hiring – Mid-Level & Principal Estimators (Remote)

Capital Cost Solutions (CCS) is expanding and looking for experienced Estimators to join our growing global team. We have multiple openings for Mid-Level and Principal Estimators across a variety of industries.


πŸ“ Location: Remote (Worldwide)

πŸ•’ Employment Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, or Contract


Industries:

β€’ Oil & Gas

β€’ LNG

β€’ Petrochemicals

β€’ Refining

β€’ Chemicals

β€’ Hydrogen & Ammonia

β€’ Carbon Capture (CCUS)

β€’ Power Generation

β€’ Data Centers

β€’ Industrial Manufacturing

β€’ Renewable Energy

β€’ Wastewater Treatment


Key Requirements:

βœ” 5–15 years of estimating experience

βœ” Strong EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) experience is required

βœ” Proficiency with Aspen Capital Cost Estimator (ACCE) or KBase is mandatory

βœ” Advanced Excel skills

βœ” Strong Bluebeam skills for quantity takeoffs

βœ” Ability to independently develop, lead, and deliver estimates from concept through execution

βœ” Excellent communication, analytical, and technical skills

βœ” Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment


Preferred Qualifications:

βž• Certified Estimating Professional (CEP) designation preferred – CEP-certified candidates will be given first consideration

βž• Knowledge of additional estimating software and cost databases

βž• Experience developing Class 5 through Class 1 estimates

βž• Experience supporting feasibility studies, FEL projects, proposals, and EPC execution


What We Offer:

β€’ Flexible work arrangements

β€’ Opportunity to work on challenging projects worldwide

β€’ Collaborative and highly technical team environment

β€’ Exposure to cutting-edge energy, industrial, infrastructure, and sustainability projects


If you are passionate about cost estimating and want to work with a team delivering world-class estimating solutions, we'd love to hear from you.

πŸ“© Send your resume to: Amol@capitalcostsolutions.net

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