Turnaround and Project Estimator

Your Job

Koch Ag & Energy Solutions (KAES) is seeking a highly motivated professional to fill a role as a Turnaround and Project Estimator while driving transformation in the estimating process. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates while leveraging data analytics to optimize and automate the collection of project data, enhancing future estimation processes.

Our Team

Members of the KAES Team must thrive in fast paced and innovative environments. The Project Services Capability supports project and turnaround execution at all KAES plants and within our terminal network. We value data transparency to deliver a competitive advantage and utilize Aspentech CCE and associated internally developed platforms to support these objectives. This position will be based in Wichita, Kansas.

Travel can be up to 25% to industrial construction and operating environments. Travel is flexible depending on needs at the business/site and is largely controlled by the individual.

What You Will Do

• Develop detailed cost estimates for construction projects based on plans, specifications, and related documents and present the results to stakeholders.
• Develop proof of concept and collaborate to automate the collection and integration of data to improve accuracy and efficiency in cost estimation.
• Identify, mitigate, and eliminate risks or gaps and influence competitive project outcomes through estimate reviews and benchmarking analytics. Actively participate in field walk downs, constructability and interactive planning sessions.
• Collaborate with project/TA managers and stakeholders to ensure data-driven estimating approaches.
• Utilize KAES estimating tools for cost estimation and project analysis.
• Identify trends and insights from historical data to inform future estimates and decision-making.
• Provide ongoing support and training to team members and stakeholders.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the job effectively.
• Knowledge and experience applying data collection, cleaning, and integration techniques.
• Demonstrated proficiency in analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience producing accurate results with attention to detail.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field or 2+ years' experience in Project Cost Estimating on industrial projects. (Refining, oil & gas, power, energy etc.)
• Experience working with large datasets and data-driven models.
• Knowledge of machine learning techniques applied to construction cost estimation.
• Familiarity with construction estimating software (e.g., Aspen, Bluebeam, @Risk).
• Proficiency in data visualization such as Tableau or PowerBi.
• Experience/education estimating multiple disciplines to include piping, electrical, instrumentation, structural steel, civil and all related crafts required to perform project execution.
• Experience in programming languages such as Python, VBA, SQL, or similar for automation purposes.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Koch Ag & Energy Solutions (KAES) is a global provider of value-added solutions for the agriculture, turf and ornamental, energy and chemical markets. From agriculture to energy, KAES makes things grow better with plant nutrient and biological technologies. Our team of innovators unleash their potential while developing the technologies that feed and power the world.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).

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