Estimator
Core
Provide planning, design, estimating, and material specification support for Laboratory projects and programs within the Project Management Office (PMO).
Role type
Senior IC construction cost estimator
Builds
Cost estimates, technical analysis, and planning for multidisciplinary construction projects
Domain
Defense technologies, global security, laser science, bioscience
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
construction cost estimating, technical analysis, risk and uncertainty analysis, historical cost data analysis, market trend analysis, change order analysis, constructability assessment, U.S. citizenship
Preferred skills
mentoring junior staff, process improvement, technical leadership, high-cost construction market experience
Technologies
Sage Estimating, OST, Bluebeam, MS Excel, cost scheduling systems, Primavera P6, MS Project, AutoCAD, Revit, SharePoint
Responsibilities
Perform independent cost estimating and technical analysis using industry standards; Develop complex cost estimates with escalation and contingency modeling; Evaluate risk and uncertainty in estimates; Interface with stakeholders and contractors for cost guidance; Reconcile estimates with actuals and bid costs; Perform field visits to assess constructability and validate scope assumptions; Ensure proper handling and confidentiality of sensitive project and estimate data
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with independent judgment