Cost Estimator (3229)

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

Provide basic understanding and application of cost estimating principles, concepts, and practices. Demonstrates cost estimating knowledge and techniques in the preparation and development of complex, multi-disciplined, and detailed cost estimates, which are well-documented, based upon requirements identified by the program / project needs. Support the integration of engineering, maintenance, operations, environmental, construction, and other activities. Must be able to work with and facilitate meetings with the estimating team to identify project deliverables. Once deliverables are identified, facilitate the estimating team to identify the steps and processes required, in accordance with procedures and policies, to develop a comprehensive estimate with sound, well-documented basis of estimate statements and support. Assist the estimating team in establising activity priorities and developing the cost estimate package. Identify and analyze associated schedule, resource conflicts, potential cost impacts, and issues as they relate to the assigned work scope. Recommend and/or develop solutions to unique situations for which no established process, procedure, or guidance exists, and work with the estimating team to resolve.

• Perform tasks and work scope as defined in Principal Duties and Responsibilities and as directed by management
• Work in accordance with approved training, policies, procedures, and instructions and in a safe manner
• Maintain assigned reading and required reading as required for the position
• Perform work in conformance with the Integrated Safety Management System (ISMS), Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) principlesand functions, and Stop Work Authority
• Participate in the identification and resolution of health and safety issues through active involvement and support of company safetyprograms
• Make recommendations for innovative ideas or approaches to processes and procedures to increase efficiency and effectiveness
• Assist in the preparation and review of procedures and other related documents, as applicable
• Provide support to cost savings initiatives, as applicable
• Responsible for completion of assigned training, qualifications/certifications, assigned reading, and required reading
• Ensure recurring training and qualifications/certifications remain current

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field preferred with 8 years or more of experience
• Senior level estimator requires estimating work experience (within the DOE complex a plus). Experience doing construction quantity takeoffs from engieering drawings, sketches, etc
• Prior experieince with Department of Energy Capital Asset Projects (413.3B) a plus
• EVMS experience is preferred

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

Benefits

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability