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Requisition ID: 283553
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.
Project Overview:
The Infrastructure Global Business Unit (GBU) is executing work across multiple business lines including Public Infrastructure, Renewables & Clean Power, and Heavy Civil. The successful candidate will serve as the Chief Cost Engineer in the Reston, VA office supporting the GBU's portfolio of projects, proposals, and prospects.
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-JL1
"This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership"
Major Responsibilities:
Education and Experience Requirements:
Required Knowledge and Skills:
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. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.
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
- Relocation Authorized: None
- Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
- Work Location: Reston, VA
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.
Project Overview:
The Infrastructure Global Business Unit (GBU) is executing work across multiple business lines including Public Infrastructure, Renewables & Clean Power, and Heavy Civil. The successful candidate will serve as the Chief Cost Engineer in the Reston, VA office supporting the GBU's portfolio of projects, proposals, and prospects.
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-JL1
"This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership"
Major Responsibilities:
- Develops, interprets, and executes policies, procedures, objectives, and standards applicable to cost control and analysis activities
- Establishes operational objectives and work plans, and delegates responsibilities to subordinates
- Prepares, coordinates, and directs cost engineering presentations to Bechtel and client management
- Analyzes data to provide innovative solutions to cost engineering challenges
- Supports organizational and administrative activities and initiatives
- Regularly interacts and partners with functional and senior management on matters concerning cost engineering functions
- Makes decisions based on business objectives and allocated resources
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, construction management, business or related field required
- Minimum 13-15 years of relevant work experience
- Current or previous Bechtel experience preferred
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Demonstrated experience in directing cost engineering functions, including cost estimating, project setup, control, analysis, forecasting and internal audits/readiness reviews
- Demonstrated experience in change management, including trend program
- Demonstrated skill in management, supervisory, and personnel administrative functions
- Demonstrated skill in identifying, analyzing, problem solving, and enabling decision-making
- Expert communication skills with demonstrated ability to present Project Controls information to management/client
- Experience in preparing and reviewing Project Financial Status Reports
- Advanced skill in Ecosys, Hyperion, and Microsoft Office software applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
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. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.
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
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