Overview
Senior Cost Engineer role at Bechtel Corporation. Requisition ID:. Location: Perth, WA. Relocation Authorized: None. Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project.
Project Overview
Bechtel has been engaged to provide EPCM services to replace three bucketwheel reclaimers at Rio Tinto's Parker Point facility at Dampier in northwest Australia. The project includes design, procurement, installation, and commissioning of the new bucketwheel reclaimers, as well as design and construction of associated off-board scope, including earthworks, marine infrastructure, structural works and electrical upgrades to support installation and operation of the new reclaimers.
Job Summary
In this role, you will be responsible for estimating, analysis and control activities for projects with significant non-routine requirements or for cost activities which require a high degree of technical skill. You will prepare cost studies, review cost trends, and develop and implement project requirements for cost control. Your detailed analysis will provide innovative solutions to cost engineering challenges.
Major Responsibilities
* Responsible for cost estimating, analysis, and control activities for projects with significant non-routine requirements or for cost activities which require a high degree of technical skill
* Analyzes to provide innovative solutions to cost engineering challenges
* Develops and implements project requirements for cost control in accordance with established Bechtel and client contractual requirements, objectives, and procedures
* Ensures work is completed as scheduled, supporting project organizational and administrative activities
* Prepares cost studies using historical data, statistical analysis, and cost and quantity comparisons
* Reviews identified cost trends for cost effectiveness and suggesting alternatives when appropriate
* Maintains open communications with other organizations to support cost engineering analysis and control activities
Education And Experience
Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience.
Required Knowledge And Skills
* Experience in directing project cost engineering, including cost control and analysis, cost reporting, incurred cost assessment and conducting meetings.
* Experience in establishing criteria for Project Controls cost activities and in cost and commitment and incurred cost analysis and management.
* Skilled in oral and written communication, with demonstrated ability to present Project Controls information to management/client.
* Advanced knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and start-up work processes, as performed by Bechtel.
* Knowledge of engineering and construction management obtained through specialized instruction or practical experience.
* Working rights in Australia without employer sponsorship are required.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
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 (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 email
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