Senior Cost Engineer - Hybrid Project Controls Leader

Bechtel Corporation; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 179,000; Part time

Job summary

Bechtel Corporation in Houston, TX and Reston, VA seeks a cost analyst to support the Corporate Project Controls team, performing cost analysis, training, and cost reporting across Bechtel units. You will develop procedures, review cost trends, and ensure accurate budgeting for non-routine projects.

This role requires at least three days of in-person work per week, with partial telework per Bechtel policy. Strong Excel skills and experience with cost engineering are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in Project Control/Cost Management.
• Experience in engineering and construction management projects, usually acquired over time through specialized instruction or hands-on experience.
• Experience in engineering, procurement, contracting, construction and commissioning processes, according to Bechtel's operational standards.
• Demonstrated experience in the execution, monitoring and evaluation of cost engineering activities, including cost estimation, cost control and cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Performing routine cost estimation, analysis and control activities as directed.
• Coordinating the non-routine cost engineering/planning and scheduling needs of Corporate Project Controls.
• Coordinating the implementation of cost monitoring and control standards, techniques, systems and reports.
• Coordinating the development and accuracy of cost reports.
• Preparing specific budgets according to established standards and procedures for EPC functions.
• Collecting and classifying cost data.
• Performing budget allocation and reporting/cost control regime for a specific construction discipline or a group of disciplines.
• Identifying and preparing cost trends for management's attention.
• Managing change management and trending Capex.
• Performing the development of project-specific account codes and recommendation of appropriate modifications and revisions.
• Performing the development and application of unit rates (cost and working hours) to quantity breakdowns.
• Preparing cost studies using historical data, statistical analysis and cost and quantity comparisons.
• Providing projects and GBUs with cost support as needed.
• Developing and providing training to cost engineers and other project controls professionals as needed
• Maintain the Corporate Project Controls training schedule and the logistical administration.
• Any other responsibilities as directed by the Corporate Cost Chief

Skills

Project Control

Cost Management

Engineering Management

Budget Monitoring

Forecasting

Cost Estimation

Data Visualization

Excel Proficiency

Power BI

EcoSys

Hyperion

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Power BI

EcoSys

Hyperion

Job description

Bechtel Corporation in Houston, TX and Reston, VA seeks a cost analyst to support the Corporate Project Controls team, performing cost analysis, training, and cost reporting across Bechtel units. You will develop procedures, review cost trends, and ensure accurate budgeting for non-routine projects.

This role requires at least three days of in-person work per week, with partial telework per Bechtel policy. Strong Excel skills and experience with cost engineering are essential.