Professional PC Estimating

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Requisition

• Relocation Authorized:
  National/International - Family
• Telework Type:
  Part-Time Telework
• Work Location:
  
  Reston, VA

Oversees, prepares, reviews and presents general and/or discipline project estimates (civil, mechanical, piping, electrical, construction distributables, services) for heavy civil, airport, light rail, Renewable Power, and Fossil Power projects as required by the Estimating Manager. Responsible for conceptual estimating, cost analysis and estimate planning, coordination, and consolidation. Directs the cost estimate effort on major projects or multiple small projects and provides direction on project/program level tasks.

• Provides day‑to‑day direction to discipline & indirect estimators (mechanical, piping, electrical, or civil).
• Proactively engages with all functions that contribute to discipline estimates (supply chain, engineering, construction, proposal management).
• Reviews inputs from all functions, performs quality checks on deliverables, and provides feedback.
• Manages the development of estimates from inception to completion, including plan development, budgeting, and leading the estimating team.
• Consolidates estimate components and prepares internal review documents and bid forms.
• Reviews estimates to ensure quality and integrity; incorporates lessons learned.
• Manages proposal strategies with Proposal Management and joint‑venture partners as applicable.
• Prepares basis and assumption documentation.
• Reviews design or RFP scope criteria and coordinates additional estimating basis when information is incomplete.
• Supports bid evaluation of cost and schedule criteria; may participate in vendor discussions.
• Leads team in contingency analysis.
• Effectively presents estimate Management Review packages to the estimate team, department management, and business line management.
• Provides guidance on proposal cash flow models and working capital analysis.
• Performs and reviews escalation calculations.
• Assesses and integrates commercial terms and conditions into estimates.
• Evaluates productivity and develops probable construction cost based on crew productivity.
• Assists and coaches direct and indirect estimators.

• Bachelor’s Degree with 15 years of related experience, or related experience.
• Field experience on large, complex EPC projects and demonstrated understanding of construction methods.
• Project experience across multiple business lines (e.g., Combined Cycle, PV Solar, Datacenter, Pumped Storage Hydro, Metro, High Speed Rail).

• Advanced proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel.
• Experience with civil/mechanical/electrical or indirect estimate development.
• Skilled oral and written communication; able to present cost information to peers and management.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform productivity analysis of construction operations and verify results.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze estimate data and compare to completed project data.
• Experience supervising a team and managing major cost estimate, proposal efforts, and/or project forecasts.
• Advanced knowledge of EPC estimating methods, processes, and procedures.
• Understanding of various estimate classifications and components.
• Experience with Lump Sum Design Build and Order of Magnitude (OOM) estimates.
• In‑depth knowledge of project schedules and ability to predict/extrapolate cost curves.
• Understanding of cost index and escalation projections.
• Proficient with Microsoft and scheduling software (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Primavera, Microsoft Project).
• Proficient in estimating applications (EPIC, HCSS, etc.) or similar commercial products.
• Technical and practical comprehension of engineering, procurement, and construction methods and techniques.

Bechtel offers robust benefits to ensure employees thrive, from career advancement and programs that enhance culture to time for recharging.

As a global company, Bechtel embraces diversity in nationalities, cultures, and experiences, fostering innovation and inclusive collaboration.

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 .

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Other

• Construction