Estimator II

Aiken

South Carolina

United States

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Job Description

Are you a passionate and skilled Estimator/Project Manager looking to make a significant impact in the field of Industrial Construction estimation? Join our dynamic team as an Estimator II and take your career to the next level!

The ideal candidate 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. The individual will also be assigned to provide estimating support on larger projects, which may require the lead estimator to be responsible for the work product. This is considered to still be a learning position when developing engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction (EPFC) cost estimates. This position will require moderate supervision when developing estimates for Indirect, Escalation, Contingency, and Other Costs.

• 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, in which 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
• Other duties as assigned

Notice to Candidates:

Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.

Basic Job Requirements

• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and six (6) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to ten (10) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
• 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

Other Job Requirements

• Proof of US Citizenship
• 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
• Be active in knowledge management portals and communities with regard to 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Industrial Construction experience is highly preferred
• Experience working in the nuclear and government sector is highly preferred.
• 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 one (1) years of field experience, preferably in project controls, construction, contracts, or estimating
• 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: Direct Field Costs, Fluor 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
• Recognized as being familiar, but requiring guidance and supervision in with the following areas: Indirect Field Costs, Expatriate Policy Costs, Data Analyst, Input of Estimate into Global Pricing Model’s Template, Input and Use of Business Risk Management Framework (BRMF), Selling an Estimate, Comparison Analyst, Currency fluctuation, tax & insurance costs, and performance bonds & letter of credit costs
• Strong analytical and computer skills. Advanced Excel skills are a MUST.

Fluor is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary Range

84,000 to 146,000

Market Rate

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.

Benefits

Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, 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, and training and development courses.

Requisition Number

149709BR

Workforce

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

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