Project Estimator

4 days ago


Perth, Western Australia Bechtel Corporation Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Requisition ID: 283136

  • Relocation Authorized: None
  • Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
  • Work Location: Perth, WA

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 .

Project Overview
Bechtel Mining and Metals offers engineering, procurement, and construction services for customers in the mining sector across multiple commodities including Iron Ore, Bauxite, Alumina, Aluminium, Copper, Gold, Coal, Lithium and Rare Earths markets.

The M&M global business unit also has offices in Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide in Australia along with execution units in the United States, Peru, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, India, and other project locations around the world.

Job Summary
As the Project Estimator, you will prepare and review the preparation and presentation of the estimate, be responsible for the complete planning, analysis and review cycle of the estimate.

You will direct the cost estimate effort on a major project or multiple small projects, providing estimating assistance and guidance to the projects. You will perform department organizational and administrative activities when delegated and provide direction to others on project/program level tasks.

This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.

Major Responsibilities

  • Manages the development of estimates from inception to completion. Develop achievable estimate plans, inclusive of budget and schedule, and lead a team of discipline estimators in executing the estimate.
  • Reviews estimate and ensures quality and integrity. Ensures lessons learned are incorporated into the estimate.
  • Responsible preparing and presenting presentations to clients and senior management.
  • Manages estimating strategies with Project Management and joint venture partners as applicable.
  • Supports development of estimating standards and procedures.
  • Prepares cost studies utilizing historical data, statistical analysis and cost and quantity comparisons. Develops new techniques as required to meet specific needs.
  • Other responsibilities as designated.

Education And Experience Requirements

  • Extensive knowledge and experience in EPC, EPCM & Lump Sum estimating practices and methods, including demonstrated ability to organize, direct, perform, review and present cost estimating products with a minimum of supervision.

Required Knowledge And Skills

  • Demonstrated advanced understanding of Estimating core processes requiring minimal direction and supervision.
  • Advanced knowledge of EPC & EPCM estimating methods, processes, and procedures. Understands estimate types, classifications, and components. Specifically understands detail level estimates and design packages.
  • Technical and practical comprehension of engineering, procurement and construction methods and techniques.
  • Significant knowledge and experience in quantity take-offs, statistical analysis, and cost and price analysis, life cycle analysis and management of personnel.
  • Advanced understanding of craft productivity, current market pricing in related areas and knowledge of construction practices in local work region.
  • Advanced knowledge of construction methods and techniques in area of specialisation and have a general understanding of other disciplines. Familiar with engineering and construction codes and standards.
  • Thorough understanding of project cash flows and the corresponding time value of money as the cost of working capital.
  • Thorough understanding of cost index and escalation projection sources.
  • Understands and contributes to risk and contingency assessments.
  • Proficient in Microsoft and scheduling software applications currently being used by Bechtel (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Primavera, Microsoft Project). Proficient in estimating applications used for discipline estimates and knowledgeable of at least one general estimating system currently being used by Bechtel (EPIC, BETK, HCSS, Candy, Expert Estimation etc.).
  • Skilled in oral and written communications, including presentation skills and ability to address a group of supervisors.

Total Rewards/Benefits
There are many reasons why choosing to join Bechtel is one of the best career decisions you will ever make. In addition to working with talented, dedicated people and having the opportunity to play an integral role in stimulating and challenging local and international projects, Bechtel is committed to offering you the benefits and resources to live a healthy life.

With a market aligned salary package and annual discretionary performance bonus scheme in place, employee wellbeing is also at the centre of our business - promoted through our strong health and safety focus and private health cover including access to a leading employee assistance program.

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.

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


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