Cost Estimator

Cost Estimator Job Description

DESCRIPTION: Strategic Alliance Business Group LLC (SABG) is a fast growing, privately held, small business, government contracting company. SABG is both a woman-owned small business and a service disabled veteran owned small business providing superior technical support services to Government and Commercial Customers. SABG maintains a high performance culture that emphasizes superior quality, productivity, process improvement, recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce. If you are driven with a “can-do” attitude and eager to support a fast growing company, this may be the opportunity you have been looking for.

JOB TITLE: Cost Estimator

REQUISITION #: VA-1186-24-FBI FPSS

CLEARANCE: Top Secret

LOCATION: Quantico, VA

REPORTS TO: FBI FPSS Program Manager

FLSA STATUS: Regular Full-Time Exempt

SUMMARY: To be considered for this position, candidates must have an Active DoD Top Secret clearance. SABG is hiring a Cost Estimator to support the FBI FPSS in Quantico, VA. This position will support FBI related construction, design/build, and architecture and engineering projects. As a Cost Estimator, you responsible for reviewing technical requirements, drawings, plans, materials and providing detailed cost estimates for the FBI and assess cost effectiveness of products, projects, or services, and be able to track actual costs relative to contract award costs as the project develops.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Analyzes drawings and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates

• Assesses cost effectiveness of products, projects, or services, tracking actual costs relative to contract award costs as the project develops.

• Consults with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.

• Confers with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.

• Prepares estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.

• Prepares estimates for use in selecting vendors or subcontractors.

• Identifying and quantifying cost factors, such as production time and raw material, equipment, and labor expenses.

• Traveling to job sites to gather information on materials needed, labor requirements, and other factors.

• Reading drawings and technical documents to prepare estimates.

• Collaborating with engineers, architects, owners, and contractors on estimates.

• Using sophisticated computer software to calculate estimates.

• Evaluating a product’s cost effectiveness or profitability.

• Recommending ways to make a product more cost effective or profitable.

• Preparing estimates for the government agent and other Program Managers.

• Assists in developing cost documents such as project management plans for the duration of the project. Responds to cost needs for the duration of the project.

• Accurately predicts the cost, size, and duration of future construction and manufacturing projects.

• Analyzing many inputs in order to determine how much time, money, and labor a project needs, and the lifecycle costs associated with the project.

• Using computer software, including databases, to simulate building construction.

• Calculating the cost of the construction phase for which the contractor is responsible.

• Identifying the direct costs, such as the cost of raw materials and the cost of labor and set a timeline for how long the project will take.

SUPERVISION: This position has no supervisory responsibilities

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Capable of providing expertise in Strategic Planning, Programmatic and Communication techniques and processes to support stakeholder requirements. Has specialized relevant knowledge and works as a member of team and assists with solving complex problems. Mid-level working knowledge, skills and abilities using Microsoft Office and Adobe software suites is required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in an area such as economics, mathematics, building science, statistics, construction management, production management, accounting, finance, or engineering.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience as a Cost Estimator on construction projects.

• Hold industry recognized certification such as a Certified Cost Professional (CCP), Earned Value Professional (EVP), Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP), Project Management Institute-Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP), etc.

• Excellent IT and math skills.

• Good problem-solving skills.

• The ability to pay close attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Good project management skills.

• Have a keen sense of business acumen and awareness.

• An understanding of the importance of data confidentiality.

• Ability to work independently.

• The ability to organize work and meet deadlines.

• Knowledge of regulations, price trends and exchange rates in building construction and associated trades.

• Experience using industry software products used for cost estimating activities to include RSMeans and CTC.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Skills in operating a personal computer and standard office equipment
• Must have proficiency in a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, and database (MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; and uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; and able to read and interpret written information
• Diversity – Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences, and promotes a harassment-free environment
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; and upholds organizational values
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks if needed; and develops realistic action plans
• Professionalism - Tactfully approaches others; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and/or procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to write and type on a computer. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb, or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job duties are performed in a manufacturing/office environment utilizing standard office equipment such as a computer, photocopier, and telephone. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

FOR OUR SERVICE MEMBERS AND VETERANS:SABG values the service Veterans and their family members have given to our country and we support the hiring of returning Service Members and military spouses. If you are a Veteran or wounded warrior and would like assistance with the employment process at SABG, please contact Beth Rodriguez at (703) 286-5020.

FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: If you are a person with a disability or a disabled Veteran and are applying for a job with SABG, we would like to ensure your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please call Beth Rodriguez at (703) 286-5020 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION: Once you complete all steps we are notified of your completed application and we will review. For individuals who meet the requirements of the position, we will contact you and arrange next steps in the interview process.

SABG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled