Senior Cost Engineer

Title: Senior Cost Engineer

Requisition ID: 286442 

Relocation Authorized: None 

Telework Type: Part-Time Telework 

Work Location: Reston, VA 

Job Description

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

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. 

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. 

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report. 

Job Summary:

In this role, you will provide technical leadership and guidance to promote consistency across projects, business lines, and customers in the Infrastructure GBU. You will apply policies and procedures to support cost engineering functions, including cost estimating, project setup, control, analysis, forecasting, internal audits/readiness reviews, change management, and trend programs. #LI-ML1 

Major Responsibilities:

• Performs cost engineering functions, including cost estimating, project setup, control, analysis, forecasting, and trend program coordination
• Prepares and coordinates the implementation of cost reporting and ensures accuracy
• Prepares specific budgets in accordance with prescribed standards and procedures
• Prepares Project Financial Status Report (PFSR)
• Implements measurement systems for given processes, analyzes performance metric results, and identifies opportunities for improvements
• Supports organizational and administrative activities and initiatives
• Analyzes data to provide innovative solutions to cost engineering challenges

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrated understanding of cost engineering functions, including cost estimating, project setup, control, analysis, forecasting, and trend program coordination
• Advanced skills in Ecosys, Hyperion, and Microsoft Office software applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including ability to present complex cost analysis to management
• Experience in preparing and reviewing Project Financial Status Reports
• Demonstrated skill in identifying, analyzing, problem solving, and enabling decision-making
• Demonstrated good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for achieving solutions

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

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

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.