Job DescriptionThe Cost Specialist will report to the lead cost engineer and will be responsible for developing and maintaining the cost management baseline and systems for the assigned area/discipline. The individual will be responsible for budget establishment and maintenance in cost, submission of deliverables as required for monthly reporting requirements, cash flows, change management, cost forecasts.
Responsibilities- Liaise with appropriate internal / external stakeholders to develop and establish an approved project cost control and reporting methodology in compliance with established project policies and procedures;
- Provide oversight to ensure compliance with established procedures and cost reporting requirements
- Responsible for understanding the complete scope of work and the project estimate
- Analyze variances in cost performance against the plan, and communicates the reasons for the issuance of variance and proposed mitigation plans to Project Management and other relevant stakeholders
- Liaise with project stakeholders to clarify any cost-related issues
- Recommend solutions or recovery plans to schedule/cost impact or delays
- Prepare reports for the project as required
- Implement cost control functions including controlling authorizations of expenditure and cash flow projections
- Coordinate check-estimates, as required, with the Project Estimator
- Other related duties as assigned
Basic Job Requirements- Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and four (4) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to eight (8) 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
Other Job Requirements- Prior experience as a Cost specialist for a medium to large sized project
- Technical skills in Cost & Schedule Management, Earned Value & Change Management
- Effective and objective decision-making capabilities by gathering information
- Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
- Accuracy and attention to detail are important
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage priorities is important
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to communicate ideas and concepts.
- Commitment to customer service and ability to work in a team-oriented environment
- Ability to maintain confidential information is critical
Preferred Qualifications- Degree in engineering or a recognized business program
Benefits Statement: 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.
Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate's qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Salary Range: $74,000.00 - $138,000.00
