JOB SUMMARY:

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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Mining, Engineering or the like, or demonstrated, relevant experience in lieu of degree

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Solid project controls experience in cost control including reporting
• Advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Extensive cost engineering experience, with previous experience on projects
• Must possess good interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills
• Demonstrated skill in identifying, analysing and solving problems
• A working knowledge of Bechtel or equivalent Project Control systems, work processes and EPC functions
• Experience in other areas of project controls (planning, scheduling, estimating, etc) is desirable.
• Experience with software such as Ecosys, Power BI tools, and advanced Excel is required for project reporting purposes. A preference for candidates with a data analytics background is desired.

• 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