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Partnerships and Joint Ventures - Joint Venture Investment Agreement (Details) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2020 USD ($)
COOEC Fluor |
Commitments |
Ownership interest (as a percent) | 49.00%
Sacyr Fluor | Discontinued Operations, Disposed of by Sale | Energy & Chemicals |
Commitments |
Ownership interest (as a percent) | 50.00%
Gain (loss) on sale of investments | $ (11)
COOEC Fluor |
Commitments |
Future funding commitments | $ 26

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