Cost Estimator (NETL)

WASEYABEK DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LLC•Morgantown, WV

About The Position

The R&D Cost Estimator will report to the WFS R&D Support Manager and be responsible for developing accurate, timely, and detailed cost estimates for research and development (R&D) work requests from the United States Department of Energy at three National Energy Technology Laboratory locations. Work requests will range from small reactive maintenance requests to pilot scale design-build efforts. This role requires extensive knowledge of construction means and methods, scheduling, and cost principles. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented, self-starter who can manage deadlines, communicate effectively and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field is required
Minimum of five (5) years’ estimating and bidding experience
Experience with integrated design-to-build workflows in an R&D or construction setting
Excellent communication and presentation skills for team and client interactions
Exceptional organizational skills and a keen attention to detail
Have a willingness and ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Leadership qualities with experience in mentoring and team development
Ability and willingness to travel to alternate sites to meet with requestors and walk jobs
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities under strict deadlines
Strong computer skills, including proficiency with: 1. MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) 2. Online plan rooms, SmartBid, and takeoff software
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Ability to pass an extensive background investigation, including but not limited to personal and professional financial history, nationwide criminal record search, credit check and other relevant background information deemed necessary by WDC.

Nice To Haves

Fifteen (15) years’ estimating experience in an R&D or construction setting
Professional estimating certification(s) such as Certified Cost Professional (CCP) & Certified Professional Estimator (CPE)
Primavera P6, Deltek Costpoint & AutoCAD experience
Project Management Professional certification (PMP)
Prior experience working at NETL in support of R&D projects
Experienced in identifying, quantifying and mitigating project risks
Prior knowledge or experience working with a Native American Tribe.

Responsibilities

Receive work requests and track individual estimate submittals via shared Excel workbook
Meet with work requestors over Microsoft Teams and in laboratory spaces to fully develop work scope and delivery timeframes
Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates within ten (10) business days of receipt
Identify project uncertainties and risks so that applicable contingency can be applied to estimates
Work with schedulers and project managers to develop project schedules aligned with requestor needs
Participate in routine weekly and monthly meetings to discuss work request estimate status
Track work execution and establish a historical knowledge base for constant improvement of cost estimate accuracy
Use artificial intelligence (AI) tools for improved estimate accuracy and efficiency
Work closely with subcontractors to obtain bids for outsourced work
Perform additional functions not specifically outlined in this position description as directed by the R&D Support Manager.