Associate Estimator I

Job Description

This position is required to learn the estimating components that are assigned to the individual. Typically this could be learning how to estimate a specific prime account or Home Office (HO) Fluor Services. This role provides an introduction to the Estimating profession in the heavy construction engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction (EPFC) industry and all work should be performed in a timely and professional manner.

• Assist in estimate preparation

• Provide high-quality estimating data in a timely and professional manner

• Develop familiarity with Work Breakdown Structure and Cost Element concepts

• Develop basic working knowledge of the Estimating knowledge management portals and communities a

• Apply basic computer skills in the execution of work

• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Field experience or experience with an Industry recognized estimating system is not required

• This is an entry level position, no estimating skills or knowledge is required; should have good communication, math, analytical, and Microsoft Excel skills

• Begin learning about in the following areas: Direct Field Costs, Indirect Field Costs, Fluor Services Costs, Escalation, Selling an Estimate, Benchmarking and Unit Rates for Key Commodities, Currency fluctuation, tax & insurance costs, and performance bonds & letter of credit costs, Estimate Plan, Basis of Estimate, Input and Use of Business Risk Management Framework (BRMF), Use of Allowances, Cost Contingency, Input of Estimate into Global Pricing Model's Template, Productivity Worksheets, Craft Mix and Crew Mix, Expatriate Policy Costs, Data Analyst, Comparison Analyst, Input into and Use of Historical Data (EMS - Experience Management System)

• Good analytical and computer skills