Associate Estimator III

Fluor • Reston, VA

5d • $67,000 - $125,000

About The Position

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.
Fluor is a leading government contractor with a proven track record of delivering high‑value technical solutions around the world to U.S. government agencies such as the DOE, NNSA, the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community.
Job Description
This position is responsible for the accurate preparation and coordination of estimating data by using estimating systems as the primary tool for executing responsibilities. This position provides quality estimates and analysis to upper-level estimators in a timely manner, in which the information is reconcilable to source data. This position may act as a Lead for other Associate Estimators.

Requirements

• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and two (2) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to six (6) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
• Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of zero (0) years of experience using any of the Fluor Estimating Systems or two (2) years of experience using Industry recognized estimating systems
• Minimum of zero (0) years of field experience
• Demonstrate technical ability, combined with communicative skills, to lead estimate development
• Able to classify an estimate using AACEI’s or Fluor’s Estimate Classification guidelines
• Understand the difference between estimate accuracy and estimate contingency
• Some knowledge about Lump Sum and/or Cost Reimbursable estimating
• Some knowledge about Self-Perform and/or Construction Management Execution
• Some knowledge about internal Cost Systems, Progressing Systems, Level I and II Schedules, Work Breakdown Structures and Project Status
• Recognized as being proficient and requiring limited or minimum supervision in the following areas: Fluor Services Costs, Use of Allowances, Input of Data into Historical Database (EMS – Experience Management System), Estimate Plan, Basis of Estimate
• Recognized as being familiar, but requiring guidance and supervision in with the following areas: Direct Field Costs, Indirect Field Costs, Escalation, Selling an Estimate, Benchmarking and Unit Rates for Key Commodities, Currency fluctuation, tax & insurance costs, and performance bonds & letter of credit costs, Input and Use of Business Risk Management Framework (BRMF), Cost Contingency, Data Analyst, Input of Estimate into Global Pricing Model’s Template, Productivity Worksheets, Craft Mix and Crew Mix, Expatriate Policy Costs, Comparison Analyst, Use of Historical Database (EMS – Experience Management System)
• Good analytical and computer skills

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the accurate preparation and coordination of estimating data
• Provide quality estimates and analysis to upper-level estimators in a timely manner, in which the information is reconcilable to source data
• Analyze and solve problems as they occur
• Prepare Specialty Account Material Take-Offs (MTOs)
• Maintain compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and global standards
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees