Techconsult is the link between jobs and professionals. For one of our customers we are now looking for a Estimator / Cost Controller – Digitalisation and Cost Management    28078

This position forms part of the Estimating & Benchmarking department, which is responsible for developing, managing, and ensuring the quality of cost estimates, cost data, and benchmarking deliveries across the projects portfolio. The department is currently strengthening its digital foundation, and this role will play an important part in that development.
The role will support traditional estimating activities while also playing a key role in updating and improving the department’s work processes and procedures. This includes contributing to streamlined workflows, better‑structured cost data, standardised methodologies and strengthened discipline governance across projects. We are looking for a consultant with strong analytical skills, excellent Excel capabilities, and a genuine passion for digital development. In this role, you will help enhance digital tools, refine Excel models, improve data frameworks, and develop documentation that supports efficient, transparent, and consistent deliveries.

Job responsibilities:

•    Support preparation of cost estimates, cost data structures, benchmarking inputs, basis of estimate and reporting material.
•    Contribute to cost analysis, trending, quantity development, or cost control activities depending on background.
•    Review cost-related inputs delivered by contractors, internal business units, or alliance partners.
•    Support multidisciplinary project teams and contribute to robust, data-driven cost deliverables.
•    Drive digitalisation initiatives related to cost workflows, models, and data handling.
•    Develop and improve Excel based models, including advanced formulas, structured data, and workflow optimisation.
•    Participate in close-out activities and support strengthening of the internal cost and experience databases.
•    Ensure adherence to company processes, procedures, and digital strategies.

Your experience and qualifications:

•    Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Finance or another relevant discipline.
•    Experience from cost estimation or cost control in oil and gas projects.
•    Strong Excel skills, including advanced formulas, structured modelling, and data handling.
•    Experience with digital tools, automation, workflow optimisation, or data modelling is highly beneficial.
•    Experience with cost analysis is desirable.
•    Strong communication skills in English. Norwegian is an advantage.
•    Demonstrated interest in digitalisation, artificial intelligence, and modern ways of working.

Personal Characteristics

•    Strong and effective communication skills. Willing to receive/give constructive feedback.
•    Ability to work independently, manage processes and be proactive to get involved.
•    Team player with a “One Team” behaviour, proactively seeking advice and sharing knowledge.  
•    Can work in a deadline driven environment and can handle many activities at once.
•    Able to “speak data” and utilize digital technology and translate it into more efficient work processes and higher productivity.
•    Flexible and adaptable to handle changing priorities and new tasks.
•    Self-starter with a strong delivery focus, structured and systematic  
•    Have the drive to deliver on an “always improving” mindset, including new working methods and digital tools.

Job Specifications: 
The application deadline for this position is ASAP, but we will also consider candidates for similar or other relevant positions consecutively.

Workplace: Stavanger
Start: 02.02.2026
Duration: 31.12.2027

As an employee at Techconsult, we can offer you the following: 
•    Competitive salary 
•    Professional development and flexibility by working in projects with the major companies within oil, gas and land based industry
•    A close follow-up of each employee
•    Insurance benefits
•    Social activities
•    Training support 

Techconsult emphasis being close to our employees and we focus on being a professional, safe and pleasant employer, where you will clearly notice that the focus is on you. 

If any questions concerning this position, please contact me, Irene Knutsen, by email: irene.knutsen@techconsult.no