Estimator II

At Fluor, we design and build projects and careers in a welcoming, collaborative environment that encourages big-picture thinking and innovative solutions.

About the role

This position is responsible for complying with estimating procedures when developing project estimates. The individual may participate in identifying estimating improvement techniques. In this role, the individual acts autonomously on small projects and provides estimating support on larger projects, which may require the lead estimator to be responsible for the work product. This is considered a learning position when developing engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction (EPFC) cost estimates. Moderate supervision is required when developing estimates for Indirect, Escalation, Contingency, and Other Costs.

Responsibilities

• Develop the estimate plan and coordinate estimate development with the project team, including preparation of the Estimate Schedule
• Provide high-quality estimates to upper-level estimators in a timely manner, ensuring the information is reconcilable to source data
• Be fully familiar with the use and purpose of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS); utilize assigned WBS in developing estimates
• Develop or assist in the development of Home Office and Construction estimates
• Plan and organize own work assignments, as well as carry out tasks from management staff
• Stay abreast of current estimating techniques through professional organizations or networking with other estimating specialists
• Be knowledgeable about business line specific rates to be applied in estimates
• Be active in knowledge management portals and communities regarding forum questions and discussions
• Be 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
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Accredited four-year degree or global equivalent in an applicable field of study and six years of work-related experience, or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to ten years if non-degreed (some locations may have additional or different qualifications)
• Ability to communicate effectively with 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
• Good analytical and computer skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (preferred)
• Two or more years of experience using industry-recognized estimating systems (preferred)
• One year or more of field experience, preferably in project controls, construction, contracts, or estimating (preferred)
• Experience with Mining or Metals (preferred)
• Experience with Cleopatra Estimating Software (preferred)
• Prior experience in the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) industry (preferred)
• Demonstrated technical ability, combined with communicative skills, to lead estimate development (preferred)
• Some knowledge about Self-Perform and/or Construction Management Execution (preferred)
• Some knowledge about internal Cost Systems, Progressing Systems, Level I and II Schedules, Work Breakdown Structures, and Project Status (preferred)
• Recognized as being proficient and requiring limited or minimum supervision in the following areas: Direct Field Costs, EPC-EPCM Services Costs, Use of Allowances, Benchmarking and Unit Rates for Key Commodities, Estimate Plan, Basis of Estimate, Escalation, Input into and Use of Historical Data (EMS – Experience Management System), Productivity Worksheets, Craft Mix and Crew Mix, Cost Contingency (preferred)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability coverage
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Voluntary benefit plans
• 401(k) with a company match
• Paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees
• Paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees
• Parental leave
• Training and development courses

Pay

Salary range: $83,000.00 - $154,000.00. The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made.