About this role
Cost Engineering Lead
The Chevron ENGINE Center (ENGINE) in Bengaluru India brings together the resources and expertise of the Chevron global network with talent in India to enhance agility and technological innovation to optimize solutions for the world’s current and future energy challenges. As one of the leading energy providers worldwide, Chevron is involved in the production of crude oil and natural gas, manufacturing of transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals, and additives, and the development of enabling technologies.
Chevron's vision is to be the global energy company most admired for its people, partnerships, and performance. With a clear purpose to develop affordable, reliable, ever-cleaner energy that enables human progress, we believe human ingenuity has the power to solve any challenge and overcome any obstacle. Meeting the world’s growing energy needs requires the pursuit of innovations and advancements that deliver a better future for all.
about the position
The Cost Engineering Lead is part of the Engineering Services organization within the Chevron ENGINE Center and leads a team that provides cost estimating, planning/scheduling, and project controls services for asset retirement projects across Chevron. This role ensures standardized, scalable cost engineering processes, data digitalization, performance measurement, and improvement initiatives. This position actively advocates cost engineering principles, promoting a One Team mentality across multifunctional teams in support of the delivery of competitive, predictable, and realistic cost and schedule performance.
Chevron ENGINE supports global operations, and work hours are aligned to business needs. Standard working hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 1:30 PM to 10:30 PM, Monday to Friday. These may evolve based on operational or business requirements.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead cost engineering services for onshore and offshore asset retirement projects.
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Assess and implement cost engineering processes and tools.
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Facilitate performance measurement through benchmarking, KPIs, and project lookbacks.
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Enhance data quality and accuracy by implementing cost engineering digital platforms.
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Align processes with best practices and business needs for continuous improvement.
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Support ENGINE recruiting efforts and establish the Cost Engineering function within ENGINE.
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About you
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We know our greatest resource is the ingenuity, creativity and innovation of our people. Applications from motivated, talented individuals with a keen interest in the energy industry are encouraged.
To be considered for this role, applicants should have:
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree in Engineering or Construction Management (B.E./B.Tech.) from a recognized AICTE certified university.
- Demonstrated skills in assessment of established cost engineering systems and development of shaping plans for improvements and initiatives.
- Fundamental knowledge of industry trends, lessons learned and best practices.