"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".
Project Overview
The Project is a greenfield mining, process, material handling and ship loading project with a focus on sustaining production, minimise environmental impacts, strengthen long-term relationships with neighbouring communities and foster local economic development.
Major Responsibilities
Reviewing and understanding relevant project documents relating to cost control of allocated packages
Budget Allocation – this includes the interpretation of contract scopes of work drawings, budget quantities, budget Hours and budgeted cost.
Preparation of package cost remuneration schedules for issuance to the market.
Analysis and reporting on received pricing and schedule from the market including cost remuneration schedules and change orders.
Preparation of CAR “Commitment Appropriation Request”
Performs routine cost forecasting, analysis, and control activities, as directed
Working in conjunction with Supply Chain and Engineering personnel to review and certify vendor progress claims for payment
The raising of projects trends to provide an early indication of cost variance in the Project Cost. This will include estimating from first principals. To this end the cost engineer shall be required to use BSAP “Bechtel Standard Applications
Reviewing and monitoring cost commitment and expenditure information of assigned purchase orders and contracts in a cost control and reporting system (EcoSys)
Produces cost status reports and advising management of any forecast cost overrun
Education and Experience Requirements
Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience
Required Knowledge and Skills
Experience in performing, monitoring, and reviewing cost engineering functions, which include cost estimating, cost control, and cost analysis, in the field and the home office.
Knowledge of supervision, personnel administration, and training of technical and non-technical personnel.
Skilled in oral and written communication.
Proficiency with PC operating systems, with proficiency in several basic software applications. Proficiency with multiple discipline specific software applications currently used in Bechtel (Ecosys and Microsoft Office Applications, for example).
Intermediate level of knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes, as performed by Bechtel.
Knowledge of engineering and construction management customarily acquired over time through specialized instruction or practical experience.
Minerals process plant and materials handling experience is beneficial.
Working Rights in Australia without employer sponsorship are required.
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