Cost Engineer

Bechtel Global Corporation; Town of Clay (NY); On-site; USD 91,000 - 138,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid parental leave

401K plan with matching and profit-sharing

Job summary

Bechtel Global Corporation in Clay, NY, is seeking a Cost Engineer to be responsible for estimating, analysis, and control activities on projects requiring technical skill. The role involves preparing cost studies and implementing cost control requirements.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree with 5-8 years of experience or 9-12 years relevant work background. Bechtel offers a competitive total rewards package, including comprehensive benefits and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor's degree and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience directing cost engineering functions in field and office.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting systems and cost management.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine cost estimating and control activities.
• Supports cost monitoring and control standards.
• Prepares cost data for proposals or contracts.
• Coordinates development of cost reports.
• Prepares specific budgets according to standards.

Skills

Cost engineering functions

Cost estimating

Cost control

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent)

Tools

Ecosys

Job description

Requisition ID: 294908

• Relocation Authorized: None
• Grade: 25
• Position to be Panel Interviewed? No
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Clay, NY
• Employee Referral Amount: $2,500.00
• Salary Range: 91,000-138,800 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)

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

At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with optional disability and supplemental insurance options, generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period), nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit‑sharing components.

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]