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Project Estimator - AUS Pumped Hydro Storage (Brisbane, QLD, AU)

Brisbane, Queensland 24 days ago

Job Description

Requisition ID: 283210  Relocation Authorized: National - Family  Telework Type: Part-Time Telework  Work Location: Brisbane, QLD  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.  This position is to specifically support development of Pumped Hydro Storage Projects. Project estimating roles include planning, preparation and presentation of project estimates. Project estimates include direct level cost, construction indirects, professional services, escalation contingency and commercial terms where you collabrate with cross functional teams and joint venture partners is the way we work.  In this role, you will provide technical guidance to promote consistency across projects, customers, and business lines. You will provide detailed development, review and support to capital cost estimates, cash flow, working capital assessments, and to the preparation of estimate documentation. Your recommendations ensure accurate cost estimations and will be essential in driving project profitability and success. Major Responsibilities: Provides technical leadership to ensure consistency in approach and outcomes across Pumped Hydro Storage projects and customers  Develops and coordinates with the Estimating Manager estimate approaches, budgets, and schedules  Performs high-level confirmation of developed quantities for completeness and reasonableness   Reviews and incorporates supply chain recommendations into the estimate Provides guidance in the development and review of criteria for development of pricing structure  ​​​​ Produces cost estimates using crew-based approach including formation of crews from multiple craft and equipment selection Prepares cost studies and presentations, trend estimates, life cycle cost estimates, comparative metrics, and reconciliations for project estimate validation  Prepares and coordinates the recommended contingency ranges and escalation rates to be presented to the project team     Leads team in the identification of risk items, assignment of risk levels to portions of the project work and identification of measures to mitigate risk  Takes a lead role in estimate reviews and presentations to project management and senior management Prepares basis of estimate documentation Proposes, implements, and uses new automation techniques to enhance discipline estimating processes Mentors less experienced team members May lead cross functional teams or projects  Works with client personnel to gain understanding of the specialized aspects of Bechtel estimating methodologies Keeps stakeholders fully informed of progress, ensures their buy in to the developing estimate to ensure alignment with bid submissions Responsible for the quality and integrity of the estimates produced by the Pumped Hydro Storage project team. Education and Experience Requirements: Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 13-15 years of relevant experience or 17-19 years of relevant work experience Requires Pumped Hydro Heavy Civil estimating experience Requires Heavy Bid (HCSS) estimating software experience Experience leading joint venture estimate development Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 15+ years of relevant experience or 19+ years of relevant work experience Requires Pumped Hydro Heavy Civil estimating experience Requires Heavy Bid (HCSS) estimating software experience Experience leading joint venture estimate development Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Expert knowledge and experience with heavy civil resource based estimating development and Pumped Hydro storage projects Expert experience and knowledge of implementation of Heavy Bid (HCSS) and/or Expert Genesis software applications Demonstrated ability to communicate estimate plans, status of estimates and management review packages Demonstrated experience with selection of construction equipment related to Pumped Hydo projects Demonstrated delivery of project estimates in self perform and joint venture arrangements Demonstrated experience of multiple pumped hydro project Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a wide range of environments across multiple time zones and nationalities Advanced ability to perform productivity analysis of construction operations and verify results by staffing and crew analysis of work operations by craft. Advanced understanding of cost index and escalation projections 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. #LI-BT1 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 acesstmt@bechtel.com

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