Amentum
Estimator-EngineeringandConstruction
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“Estimator-Engineering and Construction at Amentum. Skills: Cost estimates, Proposals, Estimating software, Construction. Participate in cost estimates/proposals. Interpret construction bid documents”
Industry & Context.
Resolve issues; Analyze construction drawings; Analyze associated documentation
Supporting projects in various international locations
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Mechanical/Civil Engineering/Construction Management degree or equivalent, 7-10 years of practical experience in organizing and preparing cost estimates/proposals for international construction projects
Nice to Have
PMI certification, AutoCAD a plus, Primavera or Microsoft Projects Scheduling Software a plus
What You'll Do.
Participate in cost estimates/proposals
Interpret construction bid documents
Identify engineering specifications
Provide technical expertise
Ensure compliance with process/procedures
Review Request for Proposal (RFP) documents
Determine estimate worksheet requirements
Review Project Engineers work scope
Ensure subcontractor pricing data captured
Accumulate statistical data
Complete discipline labor/material takeoffs
Prepare clarification checklists
Incorporate sub-contractor proposals
Estimate costs involving fabrication
Prepare and review estimates/proposals
Assist with populating estimate documents
Contribute to estimating basis development
Contribute to risk identification
Maintain estimating historical database
Provide input to technical proposal
Review proposal basis of estimate
Utilize estimating software
Enter accumulated statistical data
Develop estimating skills
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Communicate with proposal and estimating team members; Collaborate with other functions; Promotes the Amentum culture
Communication Scope
Communicate effectively with others; Interpersonal skills
Process & Methodology
Work breakdown structures, Reporting estimates progress
Full Job Description
Job Description Amentum delivers world-class solutions through the expertise, dedication, and collaboration of our people. We partner with our customers to solve complex challenges and are committed to fostering a workplace where employees can grow, succeed, and make a difference. We are currently seeking an Estimator to support our Independence, OH office, supporting projects in various international locations. The estimator will actively participate in the collective preparation of comprehensive, accurate, and consistent cost estimates/proposals for projects between $1M-$100M. Project types include but are not limited to tenant improvements, civil infrastructure (border crossings), electrical infrastructure (generators, uninterruptible power supplies, battery energy storage systems), communication (wireless and fixed networks), CBRNE laboratories, and high-hazard process facilities. Interprets construction bid documents and technical drawings to identify engineering specifications, evaluate and estimate materials, manpower, schedule and budget. Utilizes formal training and experience to provide technical expertise, adhering to a clearly defined estimating process, and ensures compliance with Amentum compliance pre-determined process/procedures. **Functional Responsibilities include:** * Reviews and analyzes relevant Request for Proposal (RFP) documents to determine estimate worksheet requirements for response to RFP. * Reviews draft Project Engineers work scope and requirements to ensure subcontractor pricing data is properly captured for preparation of Amentum’s estimates/proposals. * Accumulates statistical data by completing discipline labor and or material takeoffs of work scope. * Prepares and reviews clarifications, checklists and document lists for estimate submission. * Incorporates sub-contractors’ and/or material suppliers’ proposals in the proposal worksheet as required for clarity. * Performs material take-offs and systematically estimate costs involvi
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