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Capital Project Cost Estimator

CPS, Inc.
La Place, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/28/2026
Our client is a global provider of storage and transportation in the chemical, petrochemical, and oil & gas industries. Due to growth, our client is adding headcount and hiring an engineer dedicated to cost estimating for capital projects, specifically projects related to infrastructure. This engineer may also work with the business development team to estimate project costs for potential new customers. This is a great time to join a growing team. This job can be seated in Houston, Freeport, TX; Plaquemine or NOLA.

The Capital Project Cost Estimator will:

  • Apply relevant industry standard practices to all stages of the project estimates, including AACE 97R-18
  • Manage transitions from Class 5 estimates through to Class 1 estimates
  • Work with Supply Chain to ensure there are no gaps in materials or labor
  • Ensure all safety precautions are implemented through every phase of the projects
  • Apply LOPA, LPP, and HAZOP standards to project requirements
  • Secure bids from outside vendors, and effectively create a vendor database
  • Utilize Risk Graph methods
  • Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders

Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000 15%

Benefits: M/D/V Insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off, Sick Time Off, Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Programs, Tuition

Salary : $110,000 - $130,000

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