Associate Estimator III

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Fluor is a leading government contractor with a proven track record of delivering high‑value technical solutions around the world to U.S. government agencies such as the DOE, NNSA, the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community.

Job Description

This position is responsible for the accurate preparation and coordination of estimating data by using estimating systems as the primary tool for executing responsibilities. This position provides quality estimates and analysis to upper-level estimators in a timely manner, in which the information is reconcilable to source data. This position may act as a Lead for other Associate Estimators.

• Responsible for the accurate preparation and coordination of estimating data

• Provide quality estimates and analysis to upper-level estimators in a timely manner, in which the information is reconcilable to source data

• Analyze and solve problems as they occur

• Prepare Specialty Account Material Take-Offs (MTOs)

• Maintain compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and global standards

• Develop cost narratives and audit‑ready pricing packages for government submissions.

• Perform detailed cost and pricing analysis of RFPs to support fully compliant cost proposals.

• Apply a working knowledge of the DoD acquisition environment—including FAR and DFARS—to develop compliant and defensible cost strategies.

• Develop, analyze, evaluate, coordinate, prepare, and support cost proposals submitted to the Government.

• Build effective Excel cost models and cost/price narratives for RFPs and task order requests across multiple contract types (Cost Plus, T&M, FFP, IDIQ, etc.), ensuring accuracy, internal consistency, and alignment with technical and staffing approaches.

• Ensure compliance with internal estimating systems, accounting procedures, proposal instructions, and applicable Government regulations (e.g., FAR, DFARS, CAS).

Basic Job Requirements

• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and two (2) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to six (6) 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

• Stay abreast of current estimating techniques by maintaining expertise through the numerous opportunities provided by professional organizations or by networking with other estimating specialists within the engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction/construction management (EPFC/CM)) industry

• Be knowledgeable about business line specific rates to be applied in estimates

• Become familiar with knowledge management portals and communities with regard to forum questions and discussions

• Become knowledgeable about the benefits of Cost Competitive Execution, Excel to Win, Business Risk Management Framework (BRMF) and Strategy to Win; actively promote innovative ideas and solutions

Preferred Qualifications

​​​​​​• Minimum of zero (0) years of experience using any of the Fluor Estimating Systems or two (2) years of experience using Industry recognized estimating systems

• Minimum of zero (0) years of field experience

• Demonstrate technical ability, combined with communicative skills, to lead estimate development

• Able to classify an estimate using AACEI’s or Fluor’s Estimate Classification guidelines

• Understand the difference between estimate accuracy and estimate contingency

• Some knowledge about Lump Sum and/or Cost Reimbursable estimating

• Some knowledge about Self-Perform and/or Construction Management Execution

• Some knowledge about internal Cost Systems, Progressing Systems, Level I and II Schedules, Work Breakdown Structures and Project Status

• Recognized as being proficient and requiring limited or minimum supervision in the following areas: Fluor Services Costs, Use of Allowances, Input of Data into Historical Database (EMS – Experience Management System), Estimate Plan, Basis of Estimate

• Recognized as being familiar, but requiring guidance and supervision in with the following areas: Direct Field Costs, Indirect Field Costs, Escalation, Selling an Estimate, Benchmarking and Unit Rates for Key Commodities, Currency fluctuation, tax & insurance costs, and performance bonds & letter of credit costs, Input and Use of Business Risk Management Framework (BRMF), Cost Contingency, Data Analyst, Input of Estimate into Global Pricing Model’s Template, Productivity Worksheets, Craft Mix and Crew Mix, Expatriate Policy Costs, Comparison Analyst, Use of Historical Database (EMS – Experience Management System)

• Good analytical and computer skills

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

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.

Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.

To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Salary Range: $67,000.00 - $125,000.00