Cost Estimator - Richland WA

VetJobs • Richland, WA

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About The Position

Acuity-PT&C is seeking an experienced and motivated Cost Estimator/Cost Analyst Professional to support the U.S. Department of Energy at the Hanford Site. The role supports critical environmental cleanup and infrastructure projects and may involve cost estimating, acquisition support, earned value management, scheduling, or project performance analysis.

Depending on experience and area of expertise, the position develops independent government cost estimates for capital asset, design-build, and infrastructure projects; performs quantity takeoffs and estimates labor, material, subcontract, and equipment costs; analyzes project scope, drawings, and technical documentation; and coordinates estimate development with project stakeholders. It also evaluates contractor proposals for cost reasonableness, realism, and acquisition compliance; analyzes direct and indirect costs; communicates complex financial and cost data; and provides recommendations to support contract and project decisions.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 5 years of experience in cost estimating, cost analysis, project controls, scheduling, or construction management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, data analysis, and pivot tables.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with project teams, technical experts, and senior leadership.
• Proactive mindset and ability to thrive in a dynamic project environment.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certifications such as PMP, CCP, EVP, PSP, or similar.
• Experience in cost estimating, cost analysis, project controls, scheduling, EVMS, construction management, engineering, or related disciplines.
• Experience with Primavera P6, MII, or similar estimating and project controls software.
• DOE, federal government, or major capital project experience.
• Hanford experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) for capital asset, design-build, and infrastructure projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, subcontract, and equipment cost estimates.
• Analyze project scope, drawings, and technical documentation to develop defensible cost estimates.
• Lead estimate development efforts and coordinate with project stakeholders.
• Evaluate contractor proposals for cost reasonableness, realism, and compliance with acquisition requirements.
• Analyze direct and indirect cost elements.
• Compile, interpret, and communicate complex financial and cost data.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to support contract and project decisions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level