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Bid / Cost Estimator - Electrical This position full time, direct hire Electrical Bid / Cost Estimator position with our client who is a well-respected, engineering firm offering interesting work along with an excellent quality of life.

The successful Construction Cost Estimator candidate(s) will be critical team members of our proven government/commercial cost estimating and project management teams to work onsite at our client site in Arlington, VA.

The Cost Estimator is responsible for developing accurate and complete proposals for our WTI General Contracting department.

to include:· Accurate data entry from review of customer drawings· Communicating with our vendors· Research and obtain pricing for material· Other administrative tasks assisting our team Desired Skills & Experience:·0-2 years’ experience in purchasing· Ability to multi-task is critical· Ability to work independently and as a part of a team· Excellent organizational and time management skills· Possesses problem solving skills· Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite· Demonstrate success in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment· Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills Powered by JazzHRZzPJg2a6OL

Certified Cost Estimator Analyst (CCEA) or Professional Cost Estimator/Analyst (PCEA) certification

Actual cost estimating experience as an estimator with contractor bidding experience in the DC/Metropolitan Washington area is a plus.

Career opportunities are available for experienced candidates looking for a position to lead Engineering Hardware cost estimating efforts. This person will provide knowledge and expertise in applying principles, theories and methods of cost estimation and analysis in support of Government solicitations for both R&D and Production efforts. This position works closely with the engineering, financial, manufacturing and supply chain teams.

Duties and Responsibilities

Support the proposal life cycle from receipt of solicitation andbid/no bid process through proposal submission and negotiation.

· Review solicitation documents and understand scope of work to bid.

o Read and interpret solicitations to identify critical itemsrequired for compliant responses and create proposal outlines, schedules, andcompliance matrices.

o Provide recommended updates to bid requests and statement of workobjectives in order to clarify requirements necessary for accurate andefficient proposal work.

· Responsible for developing the Work Breakdown Structure andensuring all labor and material estimation is at a level that is compliant withthe solicitation requirements.

· Responsible for developing costs for Bills of Material (BOM).

· Responsible for working with the design and manufacturingengineering teams in the development of labor basis of estimates.

· Create cost models as needed for cost estimating elements.

· Plan, maintain and execute schedules for all associated proposalactivities in order to meet proposal submission deadlines.

o Participatein strategy sessions and color team proposal reviews.

· Supportproposal volume production efforts (formatting, marking, etc).

· Maintainsproposal documentation, templates and libraries.

o Maintainsand creates, as needed, proposal templates in accordance with company standards.

o Maintainsproposal libraries, including proposal archive, past performance, andboilerplate materials.

o Promote process innovation and improvement across the entire scopeof engineering proposal work including; MRP data dumps, quote initiations, costcapturing, BOE write-ups, and sanitizing proposal backup.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Strong communication skills.

· Strong, self-motivated team member who can thrive in a multi-tasking environment.

· Ability to work in a high stress environment with tight schedules.

· Ability to manage and lead various proposal teams.

· Knowledge of TINA and FAR/DFARS proposal requirements.

· Strong and advanced Microsoft Excel and Word skills; additional Microsoft product skills is a plus.

· Experience with Engineering MRP tools, specifically Manex, is a plus.

· Knowledge and or hands-on experience with hardware and electronics, including mechanical, cabling, and electronic fabrication is a plus.

Education/Experience

· A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience).

· An advanced certificate in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

· A minimum of 5 years of dedicated equivalent DOD proposal experience.

· Proposal cost estimating experience in a production environment.

This position requires the applicant to obtain and maintain a DoD Clearance.

Physical and Mental Requirements for all positions:
•Prolonged stationary periods at a desk
•General ability to operate computer and other productivity machinery such as calculator, copy machine, printer, etc.
•Ability to lift and transport up to 15 pounds at times
•Effectively communicate with others
•Ability to stay focused and provide attention to detail.
•Ability to think analytically and apply problem solving skills to scenarios throughout the course of the workday

ACCOMMODATION REQUEST

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please contact our recruiting department at hr@progeny.net or call 703.368.6107. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Benefits:

To learn more about the Benefits offered by Progeny Systems, including a minimum $1,000 sign-on bonus for all new hires, please visit our website at http://www.progeny.net/careers.

About Progeny Systems

Progeny Systems is a privately held, high-tech small business that provides premium systems, services, and products for the Department of Defense, government agencies and commercial clients. We are a technology leader in numerous areas including: technology insertion; acoustic sensors; signal processing; combat systems; torpedoes; cyber security; biometrics; knowledge management; undersea vehicles; open architecture; electromagnetic maneuver warfare; electronics packaging; and image/video processing/analysis.

Progeny System's ability to leverage flexibility, rapid turnaround, customer responsiveness, and encourage an environment for experimental research has been critical to our success in developing, producing and supporting numerous mission critical national defense systems.

Progeny has provided highly complex products/programs to the United States Government in collaboration with the following agencies, among others:

- United States Navy

- United States Air Force

- United States Army

- Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)

- National Aeronautics & Space Administration (NASA)

SCOPE: The Maasai Group LLC is seeking a Cost Estimator/Technical Specialist V for The Program Development, Coordination, and Support Directorate is responsible for the design, coordination, and management of OBO s construction and renovation programs. Cost Estimator/Technical Specialist V - Bachelor s Degree from an accredited institution; and a minimum of five years of demonstrated knowledge and understanding of construction cost estimating.

The Cost Estimator is responsible for developing accurate and complete proposals for our WTI General Contracting department.

in Oak Ridge, TN.

federal site in Indian Head, Maryland full time at the federal site in Indian Head, MD Indian Head is approximately 30 miles from Washington, DC, 25 miles from Alexandria, VA, and 60 miles from Fredericksburg, VA.

GLT is looking for an experienced Cost Estimator to provide expert cost analysis services for our clients.

GLT is looking for an experienced Cost Estimator to provide expert cost analysis services for our clients.

We are currently seeking a Cost Estimator to support our growing business. Are you an experienced Cost Estimator for custom engineered equipment?

TCT is working alongside one of the top design firms and is looking for a cost estimator to lead estimating functions for the project.

The Construction Cost Estimator shall have the ability to:

Actual cost estimating experience as an estimator with contractor bidding experience in the DC/Metropolitan Washington area is a plus.

of experience, knowledge, and expertise in providing high-quality construction cost estimates. Construction cost professionals can earn money working remotely from home or independently on their own schedule from any personal computer with Internet access.

SUMMARY: The Cost Estimator will provide expert cost analysis services for our clients.

Estimator responsibilities include:

• The role assists in preparing bids packages and cost estimates for proposals. Some requirements include:
• Create consolidated and line item Bills of Material (BOMs)

• Create costed Bills of Material (BOMs)

• General understanding of cost estimating
• Some hands on experience with excavation/site development
• Knowledge of structural engineering

Estimator qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Mastery of Microsoft Office
• Bachelor's of Science degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• Knowledge and use of CAD Software

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Professional Cost Estimator/Analyst (PCEA) certification

Professional Cost Estimator/Analyst (PCEA) certification

The Cost Estimator is responsible for developing accurate and complete proposals for our WTI General Contracting department.

The Cost Estimator is responsible for developing accurate and complete proposals for our WTI General Contracting department.

The Cost Estimator is responsible for developing accurate and complete proposals for our WTI General Contracting department.

TCT has an opportunity for an entry level electrical cost estimator to join our growing firm.

SUMMARY: The Cost Estimator will provide expert cost analysis services for our clients.

As a Construction Estimator III, you will be responsible for developing cost estimates and cost budgets for new projects across a portfolio of fast-paced construction projects.

This long-standing company of over 40 years is looking to add a Senior Estimator to their team!