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Cost Engineer For Contract 1001-260 Job In Abu Dhabi

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Category:  Project Management
Sub Category:  Civil
City:  Abu Dhabi
Job Description
SENIOR COST ENGINEER II

Supervises cost estimating, analysis, and control activities. Supports
project organizational and administrative activities. Identifies cost
trends for management attention. May review invoices for correct
collection of revenue. Responsible for cost engineering, cost
estimating, and cost analysis/control activities for small to medium
size projects.



Project Description

Strategically located midway between Abu Dhabi and Dubai in the United
Arab Emirates, the Khalifa Port & Industrial Zone (KPIZ) is a mega-
scale, USD7 billion project, which is underpinning Abu Dhabi's plan to
diversify its economy through the development of new industries. The
KPIZ development covers an area of 60km2 and consists of a manmade port
island located 4.6km offshore, which is linked via causeways and bridges
to an onshore port and a mega-scale industrial zone. Bechtel is
undertaking the role of Program Management Consultant for the project
which is scheduled for completion in late 2012.

If you think you have the right skills and experience and would like to
join the team behind one of the largest and most prestigious projects in
the UAE, please apply for this position.

General Job Description

Reviews design scope criteria and quantities for completeness and
reasonableness, and coordinates with the project to develop additional
estimating bases when information is incomplete.
Reviews or assists in reviewing proposal provisions related to cost
engineering and material control and develops supporting data for
contract negotiations. Applies material unit rates to quantities.
Manages verification of contractor invoices.
Interfaces with designated Bechtel management and client counterparts
for specific cost presentations.
Participates in developing presentations on designated subjects.
Performs the timely preparation of cost estimates. Performs productivity
analysis of construction operations and verifies results. Reviews change
order estimates for reasonableness.
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.
Prepares or reviews distributable and/or contractor? indirect cost
estimates, and develops the basis for temporary facilities,
miscellaneous construction services, construction tools and equipment,
non-manual manpower, startup services, payroll taxes and insurance, camp
facilities and operation, and other field office costs, when applicable.
Prepares cost studies utilizing historical data, statistical analysis,
and cost & quantity comparisons. Prepares cost trend estimates in
support of project cost trend program.
Assists in developing unit job hour and pricing data for a specific
discipline or other specialty. Performs data analysis, identifies
problems, and makes recommendations.

Position Skills
Advanced MS Excel skills and experience using cost estimation and risk
analysis software
Familiarity and understanding of project execution process
Able to read and interpret contract terms, conditions and specifications
Ability to perform collection and analysis of data organizing it in a
standard work breakdown structure
Demonstrated experience and ability to use multiple cost estimating
methodologies and cost modeling applications.

Other Remarks/Qualifications
B.S. or equivalent degree in Engineering or Business from an accredited
university

Cost Engineering Certification preferred

Relevant experience in major projects in the infrastructure or energy
industry

Experience in similar position on the PMC's organization preferred.


Post Date:  01/12/2010
Application Deadline:  30-Apr-2010
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