HLW Project Controls Cost Engineer, WTP

Requisition ID:  280156

• Relocation Authorized:  National - Family
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework 
• Work Location: Richland, WA
• Salary Range: $77,980.00  - $118,920.00 annually (Determined by function, education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)

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Project Overview:

Join us as we make history at the Hanford Vit Plant, known as the Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant. We are designing and building a one-of-a-kind facility that will turn radioactive and chemical waste left over from World War II and Cold War plutonium production into a form safe for disposal. Your efforts will help protect the nearby Columbia River and the communities, salmon, and wildlife along its shorelines throughout the Northwest.

Sitting at the confluence of the Columbia, Snake and Yakima rivers near two mountain ranges, our community provides access to year-round outdoor recreation, 300 days of sun a year, more than 200 wineries within a 50-mile radius, and the amenities of large cities just a three-hour drive (or short flight) to Seattle and Portland.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will perform routine cost estimating, analysis, and control activities and support the implementation of cost monitoring and control standards, preparation of cost data, and the project trend program. You will assist with budget allocation and developing quantity takeoffs, project codes, and application unit rates. Your work will help ensure projects stay on budget and excel. 

"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”. #LI-LO1

Major Responsibilities:

• 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 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical (if located at the construction site), and background check which includes verification of employment and education.
• Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the Hanford Site. (Even if teleworking, must still be able to comply with security requirements to obtain a badge)
• Must possess the right to work and remain in the United States without sponsorship.
• Skilled in oral and written communication.
• Knowledge of engineering, procurement, construction, and / or plant operations customarily acquired over time through specialized instruction or practical experience.
• Proficiency in scheduling software applications (Primavera P6), cost processing applications (COBRA) and software applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, PowerBI
• Experience in Project Controls with an understanding of Project Controls general technical skills and tools.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to work with people of varied backgrounds and objectives.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of engineers 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.com/total-rewards.

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