Sr. Cost Engineer

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Senior Cost Engineer 

The Chevron Engineering and Innovation Excellence 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 

Chevron ENGINE has an exciting opportunity for Senior Cost Engineer to join the Projects & Engineering team. Reporting to the Engine Engineering Services Manager, this role will be based in Chevron’s office in Bengaluru. 

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. 

The Senior Cost Engineer is part of the Engineering Services organization and is responsible for performing cost management activities on a capital project or portfolios of projects.  This includes cost estimation, budget development, cost tracking, and financial reporting to ensure projects are completed within budget and financial targets are met.  Participate in developing Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Cost Breakdown Structures as the basis for project budgeting, cost controls, planning, scheduling, and forecasting. 

Key responsibilities 

Develop project controls plans, cost estimates, and schedules as required by the Chevron Cost Engineering Handbook and Capital Projects Management System (CPMS). 

• Support the development of documentation for project funding appropriation and business planning. 

• Configure, maintain, and administer cost control systems; ensure interfaces with accounting and procurement systems are accurate. 

• Track project progress, earned value, and deviations, and provide project performance analysis.  

• Develop monthly project cost and schedule status reports. 

• Implement the Cost Management of Change (CMOC) process and procedures.  

• Manage and control project changes for approved budgets. Ensure changes are incorporated into project cost forecasts and schedules. 

• Support and participate in the cost and schedule assurance process and risk management process.  

• Evaluate contingency through risk analysis to establish an appropriate contingency drawdown strategy. 

About you 

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: 

Bachelor’s degree (B.E./B. Tech) in engineering or a related field from a recognized (AICTE) university. 

• This position requires an experienced cost engineer who has strong involvement in cost estimating, planning, scheduling, project control and project reporting.  

• Candidate must be a proactive, process driven, and detailed oriented individual who can work with people and be able to recognize potential issues and find solutions. 

• 10+ years of Cost Engineering experience (estimating, scheduling, cost control, management of change, progress measurement and assessment, forecasting) 

• Understanding of project execution planning and risk management for capital projects.  

• Broad knowledge of industry, cost engineering trends and best practices, as well as planning and scheduling. 

What we can offer you 

Everything we do at Chevron is guided by our values and our commitment to The Chevron Way.  

Have the opportunity to take part in world-leading energy projects, advance your professional development and expand your career within an inclusive and collaborative workplace. 

• Join a workplace where innovation, collaboration and safety are at the core of how we work. 

  
  

• Work in thoughtfully designed environments that support focus, well-being, and innovation enhanced by digital tools that enable seamless collaboration. 

  
  

• Grow through structured learning, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to impactful projects that align with Chevron’s values and business priorities. 

  
  

• Access comprehensive benefits that support your health, well-being, and work-life balance. 

  
  

• Engage with emerging technologies and digital solutions that are shaping the future of energy and enterprise. 

  
  

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.  

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