Capture Excellence - Cost Estimator

Talent Acquisition

7d•$80,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Cost Estimator is responsible for developing accurate cost estimates and financial models that support bid and proposal activities across Franklin Energy. Working closely with the Principal Cost Estimator and cross-functional teams including Business Development, Client Delivery, Finance, Engineering, Product Solutions, and Strategy, this role develops pricing models, analyzes cost inputs, and supports competitive pricing strategies for new business opportunities. The Cost Estimator plays a key role in ensuring proposals are financially sound, data-driven, and aligned with organizational goals. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders to gather inputs, evaluate assumptions, and deliver clear and accurate cost estimates within tight proposal timelines. This role also contributes to maintaining estimating tools, analyzing historical proposal data, and identifying opportunities to improve pricing accuracy and estimating efficiency.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, Business Analytics, or related field required.
3–5 years of experience in cost estimating, financial analysis, pricing, budgeting, or related analytical roles.
Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
Ability to analyze cost drivers and translate operational inputs into structured pricing models.
High attention to detail and ability to ensure accuracy in complex financial models.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple proposal timelines simultaneously.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams across multiple departments.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to interpret financial data and provide actionable insights.
Ability to work independently while contributing to team objectives.
Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and respectful collaboration.
Committed to diversity and inclusion
Reliable transportation
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting bid and proposal development processes preferred.
Experience in energy, engineering, construction, consulting, government contracting, or infrastructure-related industries is a plus.
Experience with PowerBI, financial modeling tools, or ERP systems preferred.
Ability to work with data visualization or reporting tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop cost estimates and pricing models for proposals and new business opportunities.
Collaborate with Business Development, Client Delivery, Engineering, Product Solutions, and Finance teams to gather cost inputs and validate assumptions.
Build and maintain detailed financial models and pricing templates that support proposal development.
Analyze labor, operational, and program cost drivers to ensure accurate and competitive pricing.
Support the development of price-to-win strategies through financial modeling and scenario analysis.
Review proposal inputs to ensure cost assumptions are reasonable, consistent, and aligned with program requirements.
Maintain documentation and version control for pricing models and supporting analysis.
Analyze historical bid data and pricing trends to inform future estimating efforts.
Assist in the development and refinement of standardized estimating tools and templates.
Support reporting and analysis related to proposal performance, pricing accuracy, and estimating trends.
Participate in process improvement initiatives to streamline estimating workflows and improve data quality.
Provide financial analysis and insights to support proposal teams and leadership decision-making.