Trend Engineer

Job Description

Requisition ID: 253685Requisition Posting End Date: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 worlds infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.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, and Mining & Metals markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. Core to Bechtel are our values ? ethics, safety, quality, people, culture, relationships, innovation and sustainability, and our covenants ? integrity, respect, collaboration, trust, and delivery. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver.Project Overview:Bechtel and its consortium partners are excited to begin hiring the completion teams which will finalize the monumental Riyadh Metro Project (RMP), currently estimated at 94% complete.The BACS consortium, which includes Almabani General Contractors, Consolidated Contractors Company, and , is responsible for the design, construction, train cars, and signaling as well as electrification and integration of the new lines to the rest of the system.Riyadh?s population of nearly 6 million is forecast to increase to 8 million by 2030. The new metro system will meet the demands of the growing population while reducing traffic congestion and improving air quality.Bechtel?s Riyadh Metro project is hiring for ALL Functions and offers competitive salary and relocation packages.Our employee satisfaction goals are to provide individuals rewarding and long-term career opportunities for those seeking the project experience.Core to Bechtel are our values ? ethics, safety, quality, people, culture, relationships, innovation and sustainability, and our covenants ? integrity, respect, collaboration, trust, and delivery. These values are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver.We invite you to apply to become part of this very important transportation project and deliver this railway system to the residents of Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.Job Summary:The Trend Engineer manages the program to identify, analyze and mitigate variances to the project baseline, including cost, schedule, scope and contract terms.Position wouldinterface with all other project functions on aregular basis.Job Responsibilities:

• Lead project team in identifying variances from project baseline using a total installed cost model.
• Analyze cost reports, schedules, quantities to identify variances
• Estimate impacts to cost and schedule for identified trends
• Recommend mitigations.
• Lead team in identifying and operating
• Coordinates the pricing structure or criteria that will be used by each discipline or specialty to meet the objectives of the cost estimate. Establishes format and content of summaries and reconciliations, including segregation of cost according to level of confidence and identification of areas of risk.
• Defines project needs for cost control in accordance with established Bechtel and client contractual requirements, objectives, and procedures. Supervises the timely performance of cost control activities. Reviews and critiques designs and specifications for cost effectiveness and suggests alternatives when appropriate.Prepares or supervises the preparation of cost studies utilizing historical data, statistical analysis, and cost and quantity comparisons. Develops innovative new techniques to meet specific needs, as required. Prepares cost trend estimates in support of project cost trend programs.
• Supervises cost recording, monitoring, and reporting practices for compliance with applicable standards. Supervises and is responsible for the development and accuracy of cost engineering reports. Verifies consistency with previous reports to ensure compatibility. Responsible for issuing reports required by Bechtel management and project procedures.
• Coordinates information input into specific studies. Responsible for integration of activities and total work scope identification. Evaluates study results and recommends conclusions for project team consideration and discussion. Supervises/directs project schedule staffing and quantity reporting.
• Assists in developing unit job hour and pricing data for a specific discipline or another specialty. Performs data analysis, identifies problems and makes recommendations.
• Back charge coordination.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor?s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field with 6-9year of project controls or cost related work experience.In lieu of degree 12-15 years of project controls or cost control experience.
• 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.
• Statistical knowledge in the areas of sampling, distributions, probability, and hypothesis testing for metrics.
• 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 (PC Works or Primavera 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.

Shaping tomorrow togetherBechtel is one of the most respected global engineering, construction, and project management companies. Together with our customers, we deliver landmark projects that foster long-term progress and economic growth. Since 1898, we?ve completed more than 25,000 extraordinary projects across 160 countries on all seven continents. We operate through four global businesses: Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; and Mining & Metals. Our company and our culture are built on more than a century of leadership and a relentless adherence to our values, the core of which are safety, quality, ethics, and integrity. These values are what we believe, what we expect, what we deliver, and what we live. www.bechtel.comBechtel 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.In accordance with the laws of Saudi Arabia, Bechtel has adopted mandatory COVID-19 safety protocols for all work locations in the country. These requirements may include vaccination and testing. Any and all offers of employment with Bechtel in Saudi Arabia are expressly conditioned upon the applicant?s willingness and ability to comply with all COVID-19 related safety laws and Bechtel protocols in place at the time of a candidate?s start date. A candidate?s failure or refusal to comply with such laws and protocols renders an issued offer null and void. This requirement cannot be waived by a recruiter, manager, or supervisor. Your submission of an application for employment with Bechtel in Saudi Arabia constitutes your understanding and acknowledgment of this express condition.

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