CAPITAL ESTIMATING MANAGER – LEAD, MENTOR, DELIVER

KBR is seeking an experienced Estimating Manager to take ownership of our Capital Estimating and Cost Assurance function across Australia. This is a pivotal leadership role where you’ll set the standard for excellence in estimating and cost planning, while shaping and developing a high-performing national team.
You’ll work closely with PMO functions, in particular our Data Analytics team, project teams, clients, and KBR’s global network, ensuring robust and reliable capital estimating practices that directly influence project outcomes. With a strong focus on mentoring and capability development, you’ll leave a lasting legacy by building the next generation of estimating professionals within KBR.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Tertiary qualifications in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 15+ years’ experience in capital estimating, cost planning, or project controls.
• Proven ability to lead and grow multi-disciplinary teams, with a focus on mentoring emerging talent.
• Strong knowledge of estimating principles, commercial and delivery models (RAMP, TOC, LS, SoR).
• Ability to interpret schedules, drawings, and cost plans, and confidently prepare conceptual estimates with limited data.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency across a range of estimating tools and systems.

WHO WE ARE:

KBR is renowned for working in partnership with our clients and construction partners to deliver exceptional outcomes based on our collaborative approach and our “One Team” value.
In Australia, KBR employ nearly 2000 people with offices in each state. Our project delivery track record, industry profile and strong relationships have enabled us to grow significantly, and we continue to expand. This continued growth allows us to offer unrivalled opportunities to our staff in terms of career paths, career development and project exposure.
Creating a superb culture is also huge for us and a key part of our success and growth. Genuine collaboration across the business is integral to how we work. As a company KBR have created an organisation where people matter, are valued, and cared about. By joining KBR you can be assured that you are joining a team that pulls in the same direction and shares common values.
In addition to working on some fantastic projects, KBR offer an array of benefits focused on providing our people with a great working environment, career development, flexible work arrangements and work/life balance.

• Lead and inspire a national team, providing mentorship, training, and guidance to build capability and drive consistency across regions.
• Set and maintain best practice by establishing and continuously improving processes, standards, and methodologies in line with global frameworks and local market trends.
• Partner with project teams and clients to deliver high-quality estimates, cost assurance, and cost intelligence that underpin successful project delivery and decision-making.
• Shape the future of estimating by championing innovation, data-driven approaches, and continuous improvement in alignment with business strategy.
• Contribute at every level – from leading major project estimates and reviewing JV tenders, to influencing global processes and supporting client roadmaps.
• Under direction, contribute to the PMO