Cost Engineer

Bechtel Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Corporation in Houston, TX, is seeking a Cost Engineer responsible for estimating, analysis, and control activities on large projects with non-routine requirements. You will prepare cost studies, review trends, and implement cost controls across multiple disciplines.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience with cost management systems, and the ability to guide junior engineers. This is an on-site, full-time position within the Bechtel Manufacturing & Technology unit in

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine cost estimating, analysis, and control activities, as directed.
• Supports the implementation of cost monitoring and control standards, techniques, systems, and reports.
• Assists with budget allocation and reporting/cost control for specific construction discipline or group of disciplines.
• Prepares cost data for proposals or contracts.
• Coordinates the development and accuracy of cost reports.
• Verifies consistency with previous reports to ensure compatibility and consistency.
• Prepares specific budgets in accordance with prescribed standards and procedures.
• Collects and classifies cost data.
• Performs budget allocation and reporting/cost control regime for specific construction discipline or group of disciplines.
• Prepares cost studies using historical data, statistical analysis, and cost and quantity comparisons

Skills

Cost estimating

Cost control

Cost analysis

Data-driven problem solving

Mentoring & coaching

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or international equivalent

Tools

Ecosys

Job description

Requisition ID: 294504

• Relocation Authorized: National - Family

• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project

• Work Location: Houston, TX

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Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

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Project Overview:

Bechtel’s Manufacturing & Technology (M&T) Business Unit is designing and building an Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Manufacturing Facility located at Generation Park in Houston, TX. M&T is an exciting and growing business unit that serves customers in the semiconductor, datacenter, life sciences, and electric vehicle markets. M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T solves the industry's toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, the M&T global business unit also includes colleagues working in Arizona, Ohio, Texas, India, and additional project locations around the world.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will be responsible for estimating, analysis and control activities for projects with significant non-routine requirements or for cost activities which require a high degree of technical skill. You will prepare cost studies, review cost trends, and develop and implement project requirements for cost control. Your detailed analysis will provide innovative solutions to cost engineering challenges. #LI-BH1

Major Responsibilities:

• Performs routine cost estimating, analysis, and control activities, as directed

• Supports the implementation of cost monitoring and control standards, techniques, systems, and reports

• Assists with budget allocation and reporting/cost control for specific construction discipline or group of disciplines

• Prepares cost data for proposals or contracts

• Coordinates the development and accuracy of cost reports

• Verifies consistency with previous reports to ensure compatibility and consistency

• Prepares specific budgets in accordance with prescribed standards and procedures

• Collects and classifies cost data

• Performs budget allocation and reporting/cost control regime for specific construction discipline or group of disciplines

• Prepares cost studies using historical data, statistical analysis, and cost and quantity comparisons

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience and demonstrated skill in directing cost engineering functions, including cost estimating, cost control, and cost analysis, in the field and the home office.

• Demonstrated skill in identifying, analyzing, and solving problems driven by data.

• Strong knowledge of Bechtel's financial reporting systems, controller account codes, and cost management system (Ecosys).

• Must be able to independently provide guidance, training and coaching to junior Cost Engineers with multiple backgrounds and experience.

• Must have excellent communications and presentation skills to combine sound analytical cost engineering principles with the ability to summarize, reach appropriate conclusions, and implement cost containment plans.

• Demonstrated flexibility to respond to urgent project requests and/or changing priorities.

• Preferred experience in Data Center EPC.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

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As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent. We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to [e-mail]