Purpose: The Estimator is responsible for activities related to estimating all the elements of project cost including labor, materials, equipment, supplies, consumables and expenses, subcontracts, operating costs, contingency, escalation, program risk, etc. Reviews and analyzes relevant documentation to determine work scope and requirements for preparation of estimates/proposals.
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EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years of practical experience in organizing and preparing cost estimates/proposals.
• Needs to understand estimating terminology, measures, concepts and principles for compiling bid proposals.

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Basic understanding of the FAR and government contracts.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills are required
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training and 4+ years of experience in finance or pricing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares or assists in the preparation of cost estimates using appropriate methods and techniques
• Utilizes the appropriate company and industry historical data for costing estimates.
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of the project and estimate summaries.
• Prepares and/or coordinates preparation of full project estimates.
• Participates in estimate reviews.
• Establish and maintain cost databases and analysis tools.
• Develops cash flow schedules and estimates.
• Prepares scope and bid package breakdowns for subcontract and vendor quotes.
• Reads and interpret Requests-for-Proposals and contracts.
• Collaborate with other functions to enhance project success.
• Instills a safety-first mentality within respective work areas and a culture that achieves low accident rates and minimal lost-time injuries.
• Adheres to ISO Policies, Procedures, and Work Instructions in support of Quality Management System.
• Performs all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safety – Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.
Quality – Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone of our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
Procedure Compliance – Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.