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Bechtel Corporation

Heavy Civil Estimator

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Bechtel Corporation
Global engineering, procurement, construction and project management firm delivering mega‑infrastructure worldwide.
Prepares, reviews, and presents heavy civil, airport, and light rail estimates, using historical data analysis and maintaining a historical database. Supports estimate reporting and reviews and evaluates productivity to create probable construction costs.
20d ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Reston, VA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
50,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Procurement
Construction
Project Management
Master Planning
Commissioning
Startup & Operations
Sustainability Solutions
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Nuclear
Security
Environmental
Water
Civil Site Works
Energy Transition
Chemical Weapons Demilitarization
Role
What you would be doing
cost estimating
quantity takeoffs
estimate preparation
estimate reporting
risk mitigation
estimate documentation
  • Evaluates productivity and develops probable construction cost based on crew craft productivity and production.
  • Performs quantity takeoffs for a discipline or commodity specialty using defined documents. Collects, reconciles, and verifies data for summary comparisons.
  • Prepares portions of estimates by contacting project team and others, including vendors, to develop and apply unit rates and installation rates to quantity takeoffs and work operations within a discipline or other specialty.
  • Supports reporting efforts and estimate summary presentations for estimate reviews.
  • Supports identification of risk items to portions of the project work; identifies measures to mitigate risk.
  • Provides input to estimate basis documentation capturing assumptions, rationale, scope inclusions and exclusions for specific contributions.
  • Provides support for special estimating and other assignments, including post-Proposal support converting the estimate to a budget (budgeting, revenue loading, data entry and collection, etc.)
  • Produces cost estimates using crew-based approach including formation of crews from multiple crafts.
What you bring
estimating
excel
experience
heavy civil
degree
communication
  • Right to work and remain in the United States without sponsorship
  • Proficient in estimating applications used for discipline estimates and basic knowledge of general estimating systems currently being used by Bechtel (Microsoft Suite of Tools, HCSS, etc.).
  • Advanced level of expertise in the use of MS Word and MS Excel.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in Estimating or Project Controls.
  • Experience with capital cost estimate development.
  • Experience in Heavy Civil, Rail Transit systems and or highway estimating
  • Ability to perform productivity analysis of construction operations and verify results by staffing and crew analysis of work operations by craft.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, construction management, business management or related field OR minimum of 10 years of experience in lieu of degree.
  • Understanding of cost index and escalation projections.
  • Skilled in oral and written communication with demonstrated ability to present cost information to peers and management.
  • Experience with heavy civil estimate development .
  • Basic knowledge of project controls concepts, processes and procedures specifically project schedules, work breakdown structure and budgets.
Benefits
  • Relocation Authorized: National - Family
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
1935
Hoover Dam Completion
The Hoover Dam stands as a landmark of early infrastructure innovation and engineering prowess.
560 vessels
WWII Shipyard Production
During WWII, the firm produced over 560 ships, significantly contributing to the war effort.
$17B
Annual Revenue
Operating at a scale of over $17 billion annually, it ranks as a major player in the construction industry.
25,000+
Global Projects Completed
Across 160 countries and all seven continents, the firm has delivered tens of thousands of infrastructure solutions.
  • The firm began building railroads and dams in the American West and grew into a pioneer of mega-projects.
  • Post-war, it laid massive pipelines across the Middle East and ventured into nuclear power, building the USA’s first commercial plant.
  • Its projects include Boston’s complex “Big Dig” tunnel, the Channel Tunnel, and Intel megafab campuses.
  • It operates in global markets across Energy, Infrastructure, Manufacturing & Technology, Mining & Metals, and Nuclear/Security/Environmental sectors.
  • Typical projects include highways, bridges, ports, airports, LNG plants, data-centers, environmental cleanups, and nuclear facilities.
Culture + Values
  • Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects.
  • We live for a challenge – make our customers’ ambitions a reality; adapt quickly and always look for a better way.
  • We do the right thing – exercise the highest level of integrity and ethics; create a positive legacy through purposeful and sustainable projects.
  • We take care of each other – safety and well-being above all; treat each other with the utmost respect.
  • We succeed together – embrace our differences, seek diverse views, and listen to understand; foster a deep sense of belonging.
  • We build trust – develop lasting 'One Team' relationships with our colleagues, customers, and partners; hold ourselves accountable to deliver excellence.
Environment + Sustainability
50% by 2030
Fleet Emissions Reduction
Aims to cut fleet emissions by half by 2030, targeting major Scope 1 and 2 fuel-related emissions.
Net Zero 2050
Emissions Goal
Committed to achieving net zero emissions across all Scopes by 2050.
  • Developing and implementing formal climate action plans on all reportable projects to reduce and manage emissions.
  • Testing hybrid/solar light plants, hybrid generation with energy storage, hybrid dozers/excavators, electric trucks/ATVs, and telematics to reduce idling.
  • Created CleanBuild™ 2.0 tool to predict project carbon footprint including embodied and operational GHG emissions.
  • Training global supply chain team in net-zero practices, engaging suppliers, and evaluating alternative concrete materials.
  • Collaborating with equipment manufacturers to accelerate next-generation hybrid and electrified construction equipment.
  • Participant in Corporate Coalition for Innovation & Technology toward Net Zero (CCITNZ) alongside GE, GM, Honeywell, Invenergy and others.
Inclusion & Diversity
900 Colleagues
Completed MARC Program
A large number of colleagues have successfully completed the MARC gender equity program.
150+ Participants
Women@Bechtel Conference 2022
The conference gathered over 150 in-person participants and hundreds more remotely, showcasing its global reach.
260 Female Professionals
Engineering & Safety Roles
Prominent female workforce involved in engineering and safety roles, highlighting gender diversity.
Top 100 Inclusive Workplaces
2022 Recognition
Recognized as one of the Top 100 Most Inclusive Workplaces in the U.K., reflecting strong diversity efforts.
  • Achieved ISO 30415 certification for Diversity and Inclusion, the first construction company in the U.K.
  • Participates in eight Business Resource Groups, supporting inclusivity and diversity.
  • Received national certification in Chile (NCh3262) for addressing gender pay gaps and workplace issues.
  • Launched Boundless@Bechtel in 2023 to enhance disability inclusion.
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