EPC Manufacturing Estimator - Part-Time Telework

Bechtel; Reston (VA); Remote; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Bechtel is seeking an experienced estimator to lead the development of project estimates for Manufacturing & Technology initiatives. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration across engineering, procurement, and construction to ensure accurate, timely estimates and aligned budgets.

This position is designated as part-time telework with potential in-person attendance, requiring strong communication, data analysis, and presentation skills.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong understanding of estimating processes and procedures.
• Experience supporting and leading project estimate development.
• Knowledge of EPC estimating practices and cost analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Leads estimate development for projects with low to moderate financial and reputational risk.
• Develops, presents, and maintains Project Estimate Plans and estimate schedules.
• Coordinates estimating resources with functional leadership to support estimate execution.
• Monitors estimate progress and ensures alignment with scope, schedule, and procedures.
• Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders including engineering, procurement, construction, and clients.
• Prepares estimate basis documentation and supports estimate review packages.
• Performs cost and price analysis using supplier data, historical benchmarks, and internal metrics.
• Prepares cost studies using historical data, statistical analysis, and cost comparisons.
• Supports Project Controls in converting estimates into project budgets.
• Supports estimate presentations and management reviews.
• Maintains stakeholder alignment to support estimate acceptance.
• Reviews estimate basis and assumptions for completeness and reasonableness.

Skills

Estimating processes

Project estimate development

Cost analysis techniques

Stakeholder coordination

Communication & presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree or international equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Scheduling software

Job description

Bechtel is seeking an experienced estimator to lead the development of project estimates for Manufacturing & Technology initiatives. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration across engineering, procurement, and construction to ensure accurate, timely estimates and aligned budgets.

This position is designated as part-time telework with potential in-person attendance, requiring strong communication, data analysis, and presentation skills.