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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Galveston Bay Refinery is seeking a Project Controls Specialist – Cost Estimator to support the delivery of capital and expense projects.

The Cost Estimator will provide comprehensive cost estimating support for Galveston Bay engineering projects and will work closely with Project Management, Engineering, Global Supply Chain, and Construction teams to ensure projects are developed and executed so that performance is continuously improved.

The Cost Estimator will report within the Engineering & Major Projects Department and will support small, medium, and major projects. Capital projects estimating experience is preferred.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform estimate assurance for engineering contractors developed FEL-1, FEL-2 and FEL-3 estimates for medium and major projects; identify gaps and risk areas in cost estimates.

• Provide rough order of magnitude estimates to evaluate various conceptual alternates and support economic evaluations for small, midcap and large projects.

• Generate conceptual MTOs based on PFDs, P&IDs and plot plans.

• Coordinate and perform the development of FEL-3 estimates for small projects as needed.

• Collaborate with site construction groups for all phases of engineering projects.

• Ensures alignment with corporate policies and procedures to establish consistency and accuracy in project estimating and budget establishment.

• Interfaces with Project Leaders to gain a complete understanding of the project scope.

• Performs top down, bottom up, unit rate and factored estimates as required to support small to medium size projects.

• Performs check estimates in support of the refineries major projects group (validation of industry factors and refinery norms used in developing the estimate.)

• Develops or contributes to a central repository for storing historical data and maintaining refinery estimating norms with the collection, data storage, and publishing of project metrics.

• Perform job walks as necessary to support estimate development.

• Maintain and improve estimating tools to be used by project engineers in the development of small project estimates.

• Performs periodic training on estimating topics to the Engineering Department.

  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Preferably in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent project controls estimating experience. ( Education must be obtained/completed prior to start date)

• Construction field experience or multi-discipline and capital project estimating is preferred.

• Computer/Technical Proficiencies: Advanced skills and knowledge with the following: 1) AspenTech Capital Cost Estimator, 2) AspenTech In-Plant/Capital Cost Estimator, 3) Proficiency in MS office products, primarily Excel, Word; Proficiency in MS Access a plus

• A Driver's License is required.

• Travel up to 10%

This position belongs to a family of jobs with increasing responsibility, competency and skill level. Actual position title and pay grade will be based on the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications.

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Texas City, Texas

Additional locations:

Job Requisition ID:

00014947

Location Address:

2401 5th Ave S

Education:

High School (Required)

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here (https://marathonpetroleum.brandextract.com/staged/marathonpetroleum.com/content/documents/Jobs_/Department_of_Labor_EEOC_.pdf) . If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com . Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com .The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program. Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.

About Marathon Petroleum Corporation

Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nation's largest refining system. MPC's marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure.