Pricing Analyst
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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 complying with estimating procedures when developing project estimates. In this role, the individual may act autonomously on small non-risk projects. The individual will also be assigned to provide estimating support on larger projects, which will require the lead estimator to be responsible for the work production. This position will be a learning position for development of engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction (EPFC) cost estimates. This position will require moderate supervision when developing estimates for Direct, Indirect, Escalation, Contingency and Other Costs.
- Develop the estimate plan and coordinate estimate development with the project team, including preparation of the estimate schedule.
- Develop Home Office estimates, assist in development of Procurement and Construction estimates. Analyze and solve problems as they occur.
- Upload estimates to historical database (EMS – Experience Management System), able to utilize the reporting functionality of EMS for comparison and benchmarking purposes.
- Maintain compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and global standards.
- Other duties as assigned 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 four (4) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to eight (8) 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
- Must be able to provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
- 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
• 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, Escalation, Benchmarking and Unit Rates for Key Commodities, Estimate Plan, Basis of Estimate, Cost Contingency, Input into and Use of Historical Data (EMS – Experience Management System), Productivity Worksheets, Craft Mix and Crew Mix
• Recognized as being familiar, but requiring guidance and supervision in with the following areas: Direct Field Costs, Indirect Field Costs, Expatriate Policy Costs, Data Analyst, Input and Use of Business Risk Management Framework (BRMF), Selling an Estimate, Comparison Analyst, Input of Estimate into Global Pricing Model’s Template, Currency fluctuation, tax & insurance costs, and performance bonds & letter of credit costs
• 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: $74,000.00 - $138,000.00
Nearest Major Market: Washington DC