Project Controls - Cost Engineer
Bechtel Corporation
full-time
Clay, New York
Posted 10/22/2026
Job Description
<p><span style="font-size: 9.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Requisition ID: 299791</strong></span></span></p><ul type="disc"><li style="vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-size: 9.0pt;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Relocation Authorized: National/International - Accompanied</span></strong></span></li><li style="vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-size: 9.0pt;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project </span></strong></span></li><li style="vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-size: 9.0pt;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Work Location: Clay, NY</span></strong></span></li><li><span style="color: black;"><strong><span style="font-size: 9pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Salary Range: $78,000 - $119,000 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)</span></span></strong></span></li></ul><div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:12px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif">Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. </span></span></p><p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:12px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif">Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. </span></span></p><p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:12px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif">Core to Bechtel is our <a href="https://www.bechtel.com/about-us/vision-values-covenants/" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline" target="_blank" title="https://www.bechtel.com/about-us/vision-values-covenants/"><span style="text-decoration:none">Vision, Values and Commitments</span></a>. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UuEx0BFBSFE" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline" target="_blank" title="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UuEx0BFBSFE"><span style="text-decoration:none">extraordinary teams building inspiring projects</span></a> in our <a href="https://impact.bechtel.com/" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline" target="_blank" title="https://impact.bechtel.com/"><span style="text-decoration:none">Impact Report</span></a>. </span></span></p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Project Overview:</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Bechtel’s Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) Business Unit is designing, building and commissioning a semiconductor fabrication facility in Clay, NY. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">M&T is an exciting and growing business unit that serves customers in the semiconductor, datacenter, life sciences and electric vehicle markets. M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies and world class talent. M&T solves the industry’s toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The Infrastructure GBU scope consists of installing circa 3,600 drilled piers. The candidate will act as the <strong>Project Controls - Cost Engineer (Drilled Piers)</strong> on the Micron Project. The candidate will locate on a long-term assignment to the project site at Clay, NY. </span></p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Job Summary:</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The Project Controls - Cost Engineer will report to the Project Controls Lead and will be responsible for the development, control, analysis, forecasting and reporting of the cost for the Infrastructure GBU scope of works on the project. <span style="color: white;">#LI-ML1</span></span></p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Major Responsibilities:</b></H2> </div><div><ul><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Responsible for all cost activities associated with the Infrastructure GBU scope of works. </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Executes cost control in accordance with established Bechtel and client contractual requirements, objectives, and procedures. </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Develops, controls, analyses, forecasts and reports on all cost activities. </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Prepares cost trend estimates in support of the cost trend program. </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Delivers aspects of the Project Control Plan associated with cost. </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Develops and maintains performance reports and metrics </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Identifies, analyzes, and provides innovative solutions to cost engineering problems. </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Participates in discussions with contractors. </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Prepares and presents cost engineering information to management/client. </span></li></ul><p> </p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Education and Experience Requirements:</b></H2> </div><div><ul><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">A recognized degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management, or related field with 2-5 years Project Controls, Commercial Operations, and/or Prime Contracts experience or a minimum of 6-9 years work experience in lieu of a degree. </span></li></ul></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Required Knowledge and Skills:</b></H2> </div><div><ul role="list"><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Skilled in oral and written communication. </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience in performing, monitoring, and reviewing planning and scheduling functions, including schedule development, control, and analysis, and cost engineering functions, cost control, and cost analysis, particularly in the field of heavy civil works (piling, earthworks, concrete). </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Knowledge of supervision, personnel administration, and training of technical and non-technical personnel. </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Proficiency in using Project Controls operating systems, including several basic software applications. </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Knowledge of financial report systems and controller account codes, and understanding of Controller instructions, which impact Project Controls. </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Intermediate level of knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes. </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Knowledge of engineering and/or construction management customarily acquired over time through specialized instruction or practical experience.</span></li></ul></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Total Rewards/Benefits:</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:12px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif">For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at <a href="https://www.bechtel.com/about/life-at-bechtel/total-rewards/" style="color:blue; text-decoration:underline">Bechtel Total Rewards</a></span></span></p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Diverse teams build the extraordinary:</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:12px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif">As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:12px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif">We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHQGhaeRJsU">Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.</a></span></span></p></div></div></div><p style="text-align:center"> </p><p style="text-align:center"><em><strong><span style="font-size:8.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with optional disability and supplemental insurance options, generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period), nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components</span></span></strong></em></p><p style="text-align:center"><span style="font-size:6.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial"><strong style="font-weight:bold"><em style="font-style:italic"><span style="color:#3f3f3f">Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to </span></em></strong><a href="mailto:acesstmt@bechtel.com"><strong style="font-weight:bold">acesstmt@bechtel.com</strong></a></span></span></p>
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Location
Clay, New York
Categories
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