Cost / Schedule Specialist II - Houston, TX

Global Edge has an immediate need for a Cost / Scheduling Specialist II to work in Houston onsite (either downtown or in The Woodlands).  The detailed engineering phase of project will require candidates in Houston until late 2027, then will move to the Construction phase located in Baton Rouge, LA until mid-2028.  Hybrid/remote flexibility will be considered. 

MAIN FUNCTIONS

• The Cost/Schedule/Controls Specialist II will perform or coordinate effort for cost estimate preparation, estimating oversight and quality assurance reviews for their operated and Other Builder Operator estimates for all Gate and Funding milestones.  This is a $250Mil project that will cover detailed engineering phase through construction on 1 major project (not part of a portfolio). 

• The Cost/Schedule/Controls Engineer will also prepare Check Estimates and Schedules to compare with Operated by Others (OBO) Operator-prepared submittals. Also, this person will participate in estimate / Schedule assessments (verification of project cost & schedule bases).

• Lastly, they are expected to participate in Estimating Group process efficiency tools and quality assurance review process improvements.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in Setting up the baseline cost control system (internal and external) and documentation for the project.

• Prepare forecasts, cost trend reports, and monitor cost and budget forecasts on multiple projects on the same work site.

• Report on deviations, underruns and overruns, and can make recommendations for corrective actions.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering within discipline or equivalent professional experience in lieu of degree.

• Skills to negotiate and broker successful solutions between Internal Coordination parties above.

• Basic to advance level proficiency in Cost Estimating, Project Planning and Project Controls.

• Strong Influencing, consulting, mentoring, analytical, and computing skills.

• Adaptability to changing priorities.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

•   Ability to organize, plan, control, coordinate, and effectively manage cross-functional activities.

MUST HAVES

• 5-10 years of overall Cost experience in the Oil and Gas industry required.

• Must have strong cost background, to include monthly accruals, actuals, forecasting, and change management experience. 

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SAP and Excel software proficiency required.

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EcoSys and SmartSheets experience is a plus. 

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PlanView experience also a plus.

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Type: Contract (anticipated thru 6/2028)

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Pay Range: $60-66/hr. 

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Location: Downtown Houston or The Woodlands, TX

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Schedule: Onsite, 40 hours/week