Cost Estimator/Change Order Lead
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Location: Buda, TX 78610
Description:
Job Description
Fluor is seeking candidates for the I-35 Capital Express South project in Austin, TX.
The approximately 9-mile project will add two non-tolled high-occupancy vehicle managed lanes in each direction along I-35 from U.S. 290 West/State Highway 71/Ben White Boulevard to State Highway 45 Southeast. Fluor's scope includes a combination of at-grade and elevated lanes in the median, reconstruction of bridges and frontage roads, the addition of a shared-use pedestrian and bicycle path, and enhanced safety and mobility improvements.
This position is responsible for complying with estimating procedures when developing project estimates. In this role, the individual may act autonomously on small non-risk projects. The individual will also be assigned to provide estimating support on larger projects, which will require the lead estimator to be responsible for the work product. This is considered to be a learning position when developing engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction (EPFC) cost estimates.
This position will require moderate supervision when developing estimates for Direct, Indirect, Escalation, Contingency and Other Costs.
Develop the estimate plan and coordinate estimate development with the project team, including preparation of the Estimate Schedule
Develop Home Office estimates, assist in development of Procurement and Construction estimates
Analyze and solve problems as they occur
Upload estimates to historical database (EMS - Experience Management System), able to utilize the reporting functionality of EMS for comparison and benchmarking purposes
Maintain compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and global standards
Other duties as assigned
Basic Job Requirements
Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and four (4) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to eight (8) years if non-degreed
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of zero (0) years of experience using any of the Fluor Estimating Systems or two (2) years of experience using Industry recognized estimating systems
Minimum of zero (0) years of field experience
Demonstrate technical ability, combined with communicative skills, to lead estimate development
Some knowledge about Lump Sum and/or Cost Reimbursable estimating
Some knowledge about Self-Perform and/or Construction Management Execution
Some knowledge about internal Cost Systems, Progressing Systems, Level I and II Schedules, Work Breakdown Structures and Project Status
Recognized as being proficient and requiring limited or minimum supervision in the following areas: Fluor Services Costs, Use of Allowances, Escalation, Benchmarking and Unit Rates for Key Commodities, Estimate Plan, Basis of Estimate, Cost Contingency, Input into and Use of Historical Data (EMS - Experience Management System), Productivity Worksheets, Craft Mix and Crew Mix
Recognized as being familiar, but requiring guidance and supervision in with the following areas: Direct Field Costs, Indirect Field Costs, Expatriate Policy Costs, Data Analyst, Input and Use of Business Risk Management Framework (BRMF), Selling an Estimate, Comparison Analyst, Input of Estimate into Global Pricing Model's Template, Currency fluctuation, tax & insurance costs, and performance bonds & letter of credit costs
Good analytical and computer skills
Other Job Requirements
Stay abreast of current estimating techniques by maintaining expertise through the numerous opportunities provided by professional organizations or by networking with other estimating specialists within the engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction/construction management (EPFC/CM) industry
Be knowledgeable about business line specific rates to be applied in estimates
Become familiar with knowledge management portals and communities with regard to forum questions and discussions Become knowledgeable about the benefits of Cost Competitive Execution, Excel to Win, Business Risk Management Framework (BRMF) and Strategy to Win; actively promote innovative ideas and solutions
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
Fluor is seeking candidates for the I-35 Capital Express South project in Austin, TX.
The approximately 9-mile project will add two non-tolled high-occupancy vehicle managed lanes in each direction along I-35 from U.S. 290 West/State Highway 71/Ben White Boulevard to State Highway 45 Southeast. Fluor's scope includes a combination of at-grade and elevated lanes in the median, reconstruction of bridges and frontage roads, the addition of a shared-use pedestrian and bicycle path, and enhanced safety and mobility improvements.
This position is responsible for complying with estimating procedures when developing project estimates. In this role, the individual may act autonomously on small non-risk projects. The individual will also be assigned to provide estimating support on larger projects, which will require the lead estimator to be responsible for the work product. This is considered to be a learning position when developing engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction (EPFC) cost estimates.
This position will require moderate supervision when developing estimates for Direct, Indirect, Escalation, Contingency and Other Costs.
Develop the estimate plan and coordinate estimate development with the project team, including preparation of the Estimate Schedule
Develop Home Office estimates, assist in development of Procurement and Construction estimates
Analyze and solve problems as they occur
Upload estimates to historical database (EMS - Experience Management System), able to utilize the reporting functionality of EMS for comparison and benchmarking purposes
Maintain compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and global standards
Other duties as assigned
Basic Job Requirements
Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and four (4) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to eight (8) years if non-degreed
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of zero (0) years of experience using any of the Fluor Estimating Systems or two (2) years of experience using Industry recognized estimating systems
Minimum of zero (0) years of field experience
Demonstrate technical ability, combined with communicative skills, to lead estimate development
Some knowledge about Lump Sum and/or Cost Reimbursable estimating
Some knowledge about Self-Perform and/or Construction Management Execution
Some knowledge about internal Cost Systems, Progressing Systems, Level I and II Schedules, Work Breakdown Structures and Project Status
Recognized as being proficient and requiring limited or minimum supervision in the following areas: Fluor Services Costs, Use of Allowances, Escalation, Benchmarking and Unit Rates for Key Commodities, Estimate Plan, Basis of Estimate, Cost Contingency, Input into and Use of Historical Data (EMS - Experience Management System), Productivity Worksheets, Craft Mix and Crew Mix
Recognized as being familiar, but requiring guidance and supervision in with the following areas: Direct Field Costs, Indirect Field Costs, Expatriate Policy Costs, Data Analyst, Input and Use of Business Risk Management Framework (BRMF), Selling an Estimate, Comparison Analyst, Input of Estimate into Global Pricing Model's Template, Currency fluctuation, tax & insurance costs, and performance bonds & letter of credit costs
Good analytical and computer skills
Other Job Requirements
Stay abreast of current estimating techniques by maintaining expertise through the numerous opportunities provided by professional organizations or by networking with other estimating specialists within the engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction/construction management (EPFC/CM) industry
Be knowledgeable about business line specific rates to be applied in estimates
Become familiar with knowledge management portals and communities with regard to forum questions and discussions Become knowledgeable about the benefits of Cost Competitive Execution, Excel to Win, Business Risk Management Framework (BRMF) and Strategy to Win; actively promote innovative ideas and solutions
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner