What are the responsibilities and job description for the Natural Gas Pipeline Construction Estimator position at Kinder Morgan, Inc.?
Position Description
Key Responsibilities:
Position Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze project plans, specifications, and scope documents related to natural gas pipeline construction and maintenance projects, including pipelines, compressor stations, meter stations, class changes, pipe replacements, and hydrotesting
- Prepare comprehensive cost estimates including materials, labor, equipment, subcontractor bids, permits, and contingency costs using Excel cost templates
- Collaborate with engineering, procurement, project management, field teams and vendors to verify quantities and assumptions
- Participate in estimate review meetings and respond promptly to business development or project management inquiries
- Maintain detailed documentation of estimating data, assumptions, and revisions for audit and future use
- Stay current on industry trends, material costs, labor rates, and regulatory changes impacting natural gas infrastructure projects
Position Requirements
- Proven experience estimating construction and maintenance costs, preferably for pipeline or other oil and gas projects
- Understanding of pipeline construction and maintenance techniques, materials, and equipment specific to natural gas infrastructure
- Proficiency in Excel, including experience using cost templates and advanced spreadsheet functions
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documents
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Construction or engineering related degree preferred
- Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing natural gas pipeline construction and maintenance
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines
- Prior hands-on construction experience is highly desirable
- Job level commensurate with skills and experience