Fluor Corporation

Principal Estimator - Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls

Fluor Corporation$139K — $258K *
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation & Controls, Construction Management, or related field or equivalent experience
  • 10-15+ years of estimating experience, particularly in EIC systems
  • Demonstrated experience in nuclear projects including new construction and upgrades
  • In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, and control systems in regulated environments
  • Familiarity with applicable codes and standards such as NEC, IEEE, ISA, and NRC
  • Experience using estimating software like Aspen Capital Cost Estimator or InEight

Responsibilities

  • Lead detailed cost estimates for electrical, instrumentation, and control systems
  • Prepare and validate quantity takeoffs for various electrical components
  • Develop labor productivity rates and installation factors for nuclear EIC scopes
  • Interpret engineering drawings and specifications along with nuclear codes
  • Provide peer review of estimates as designated
  • Present estimates to management and clients as an expert
  • Champion the office estimating database and information

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and disability coverage
  • Life insurance and AD&D
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off including personal, bereavement, sick days, and holidays
  • Parental leave
  • Training and development courses
Full Job Description
Job Description

This position is assigned to a person who is on the Technical Track and has the experience, technical knowledge, and confidence of Business Line Management to lead the development of a complete engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction (EPFC) estimate. This position requires an individual to be very knowledgeable about the application of hour and cost unit rates. This role is expected to lead customers to the most competitive price through the means of historical data and other In-House data. Depending on the size of the project (large to small), the individual acts independently, or can direct a staff of other estimating individuals, in the performance of functional activities to support project estimating activities.
• Assist in all activities with respect to estimate quality, execution, planning, staffing, consistency, systems training, and employee performance appraisal, career development, and counseling
• Champion the office estimating database and information such as escalation indices, rate of exchange variation, productivity, etc.
• Develop the estimate and implementation plan with the project team
• Perform peer review of estimates, as assigned
• Present estimates to Fluor Management and the Client as a credible expert; able to sell the estimate
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Job Requirements
• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and fifteen (15) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to nineteen (19) 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
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation & Controls, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10-15+ years of estimating experience, with strong focus on EIC systems
• Demonstrated experience in nuclear projects (new construction, upgrades, or decommissioning)
• In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, and control systems in regulated environments
• Familiarity with applicable codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, ISA, NRC)
• Experience with estimating software (e.g., Aspen Capital Cost Estimator, InEight, or similar)

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the development of detailed cost estimates for electrical, instrumentation, and control systems across all project phases (conceptual, FEED, EPC)
• Prepare and validate quantity takeoffs for cable, conduit, raceways, panels, instrumentation devices, and control systems
• Develop labor productivity rates and installation factors for EIC scopes in nuclear environments
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and nuclear codes/standards (e.g., IEEE, NEC, ISA, and NRC requirements)

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience on large-scale EPC nuclear projects
• Knowledge of digital control systems (DCS), PLCs, and safety instrumentation systems (SIS)
• Familiarity with modular construction and advanced work packaging
• Professional certifications (e.g., CCP, CEP, PMP)
• Experience with international nuclear codes and standards
• Experience collaborating with engineering, procurement, construction, and project controls teams to ensure estimate accuracy and alignment
• Experience evaluating vendor quotes and subcontractor proposals for EIC compnonents and systems
• Experience identifying project risks, constructability challenges, and cost-saving opportunities
• Experience supporting proposal development, bid reviews and client presentations
• Experience maintaining and enhancing estimating databases, benchmarks, and tools

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: $139,000.00 - $258,000.00

About Fluor Corporation

Fluor is a FORTUNE 500 company that delivers engineering, procurement, construction, maintenance (EPCM), and project management to governments and clients in diverse industries. For nearly a century, clients have selected Fluor as their company of choice to complete challenging projects in remote parts of the world.

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Learn more about Fluor Corporation
Size
40,582 employees
Market Cap
$4.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$435 million
Founded
1912
5 Year Trend
-8.2%
Revenue
$15.6 billion
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