Estimator at Jaxon Engineering and Maintenance

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 May, 26

Salary

120000.0

Posted On

03 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Estimating, Proposal Management, Cost Analysis, Government Contracts, Excel, Communication, Attention to Detail, Project Management, Team Coordination, Market Analysis, Value Engineering, Risk Assessment, Contract Types, Budget Management, Problem Solving, Organizational Skills

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Description Jaxon Engineering is looking for an experienced Estimator to join our team in Colorado Springs. Jaxon is the leading full-service provider of High-altitude Electromagnetic Pulse (HEMP) services worldwide, delivering world-class engineering, testing, construction, and sustainment services. Jaxon offers a great benefits package, competitive pay, and a culture that is unmatched. We collaborate and thrive on our core value of ownership. In both success and failure, we push to get better individually and as a team. Salary: $80,000-$120,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications Travel: Some travel expected for site visits, no more than 25% Security Clearance: Must have or the ability to obtain an active Department of Defense (DOD) Secret or Top Secret clearance Benefits: · Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans · Life insurance 2.5× your annual base salary · Comprehensive wellness program and amenities · Short and long-term disability insurance · Paid time off and company-observed holidays · 401(k) with employer match The Jaxon Experience: · Jaxon Kitchen Fridays, our end-of-week tradition where the team gathers for good food, good company, and a chance to unwind the work week together. · Annual Golf Tournament that brings out everyone’s competitive spirit; pros, rookies, and “I’m just here for the cart snacks” people alike. · A Christmas Event Like No Other, legendary for a reason; traditions, surprises and the kind of magic only Jaxon can pull off. AND a Kids’ Christmas Celebration that brings out the joy, the crafts, and the wide-eyed wonder of the season. · Super Bowl Party because friendly rivalry, good food, and loud cheering are practically part of our job description. And of course, the day after the super bowl is a company paid holiday, because we believe in recovery, rest, and reliving the best plays and commercials. All the good times we talk about are here to build connection, not obligations. Participation is always optional, because ownership includes owning your time and your comfort level. Nothing in this section is meant to create a contractual benefit, just a glimpse into the way we show up for each other and make Jaxon more than a place to work! Requirements · Lead end-to-end estimate development for assigned bids · Build estimate schedule aligned to proposal deadlines and internal review gates · Maintain an internal estimating library of reusable estimate templates, labor assemblies, and cost history · Develop/maintain an estimating checklist for government bids (forms, assumptions log, pricing structure) · Work in conjunction with estimating team to Improve and update Jaxon bidding tools and software · Provide ROM estimates / budgetary pricing quickly to support go/no-go decisions · Improve bid win-rate quality by producing competitive but defensible pricing · Assist/Lead development and management of catalog pricing and tools · Coordinate inputs from capture lead, proposal manager, technical leads, procurement, and project management · compliance with solicitation instructions, evaluation factors, and FAR requirements · Administer RFP software · Assist with the development of proposal plan and the management of resources to ensure proposal schedule, budget, content, quality and specification requirements are met · Ability to develop and maintain consistent proposal dialogue for clarifications/assumptions on proposals across Jaxon’s departments · Ability to understand different contracting methods and project types such as Stipulated Sum/Firm Fixed Price, T&M, Cost Plus Fee, Guaranteed Maximum Price, Design Bid Build, Rapid Deployment, etc. · Assess market conditions and impacts on pricing by reviewing posted cost indexes and adjust historical cost data accordingly · Provide cost savings ideas (Value Engineering/Analysis, alternative materials, scope reduction) as necessary to help the proposal team keep projects within budget · Conduct thorough debriefs with key stakeholders to capture lessons learned · Support the project management team in the transition of awarded projects to active execution by systematically organizing and cataloging cost proposals Education preference: · Bachelor’s degree (Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Finance) or related experience highly preferred Required Experience: · 3+ years of estimating experience supporting government contracts (DoD / federal) · Strong ability to interpret solicitations including RFP/RFQ, amendments, and compliance requirements · Experience in estimating services, products, and construction efforts · Demonstrated experience producing competitive estimates under tight deadlines · Experience building cost models in Excel including labor burden, overhead, G&A, and fee/profit structure · Experience coordinating with PMs, technical teams, subcontractors, and procurement to validate pricing · Proven capability managing multiple bids simultaneously with high attention to detail · Strong writing ability for assumptions, exclusions, clarifications, and basis-of-estimate language · Understanding of FAR basics and contract types: FFP, IDIQ, T&M (as applicable) · Strong Organizational skills and attention to detail Desired Experience: · Proven ability to resolve questions and issues efficiently, with timely follow-through and clear communication · Proven ability to synthesize and standardize the proposal process and stakeholder expectations across a company · High Level of autonomy and self-driven · 5+ years of estimating experience supporting government contracts (DoD / federal) Who we’re looking for: · You’re someone who brings solid proposal know-how and attention to detail to every part of the job. Managing bids, tracking contracts, and staying on top of the changing market all come naturally to you. · You lead with calm, clear communication and a problem-solving mindset. Whether you’re helping roll out a proposal, coordinating with different teams, or handling an unexpected situation, people know they can rely on you. · You’re organized, thorough, and comfortable managing sensitive information. You keep accurate records, handle last-minute requests gracefully, and ensure the proposal process is completed on time and done right. · You’re proactive about identifying risks and improving Jaxon’s wins. · You adapt easily when priorities shift. Whether responding to an urgent request or updating procedures, you keep things moving without losing sight of quality. Duties and responsibilities may evolve based on project needs and operational requirements. This description does not cover every task or expectation associated with the role. Jaxon does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or military status.

Responsibilities

The Estimator will lead end-to-end estimate development for assigned bids and maintain an internal estimating library. They will also coordinate inputs from various teams to ensure compliance with solicitation instructions and improve bid win-rate quality.