Field Cost Engineer

Relocation Authorized:
National/International - Camp

Telework Type:
Full-Time Office/Project

We are looking for top talent to join the Renewables & Clean Power business to deliver the largest natural gas projects in the company’s history. This project is a nominal 2500MW “behind the meter” power complex that will provide electrical power directly to an adjoining data center complex and will be designed for an optional grid interconnection in the future. Bechtel is currently supporting our customer to define the behind-the-meter scope and design basis for the project which will utilize multiple technologies, including Solar T350 Turbines, BESS, temporary load banks, an AIS substation/microgrid and GEV 7HA.02 combustion turbines to deliver reliable and responsive electric power generation.

The delivery of each of these asset classes are projects in and of themselves, so the project will be structured accordingly with a project manager over each tranche of power asset class delivery. The project will be located 30 miles southeast of Pecos, TX, 80 miles west to southwest of Midland, TX. Draft project assignment conditions are available and are meant to offer flexibility to allow the various needs of our top talent to participate in this revolutionary project.

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.

• Performs routine cost estimating, analysis, and control activities, as directed
• Supports the implementation of cost monitoring and control standards, techniques, systems, and reports
• Assists with budget allocation and reporting/cost control for specific construction discipline or group of disciplines
• Prepares cost data for proposals or contracts
• Coordinates the development and accuracy of cost reports
• Verifies consistency with previous reports to ensure compatibility and consistency
• Prepares specific budgets in accordance with prescribed standards and procedures
• Collects and classifies cost data
• Performs budget allocation and reporting/cost control regime for specific construction discipline or group of disciplines
• Prepares cost studies using historical data, statistical analysis, and cost and quantity comparisons

Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience.

• Demonstrated experience in executing, monitoring, and evaluating cost engineering activities, including cost estimation, cost control, and cost analysis.
• Proficient in the use of Eco Sys software.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience working with financial reporting systems and controller account codes, as well as a solid understanding of relevant Controller instructions that affect Project Controls, such as Project Financial Status Reports and Earned Revenue Determination Data.
• Competent in engineering, procurement, contracting, construction, and startup processes, in accordance with Bechtel's operational standards.

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