LBNFDUNE Estimator

Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory • Lead, SD

25d • Onsite

About The Position

What your day-to-day as an Estimator will look like: Develops internal material and labor cost estimates and compares them to contractor proposals, preparing reports that summarize variances, risks, and recommendations. Conducts detailed cost analysis and prepares estimates for highly complex proposal efforts. Collects, validates, and synthesizes cost and proposal data from internal stakeholders. Prepares final cost reports for domestic and international proposals and presents summarized cost information to management. Interfaces with vendors to obtain and verify pricing information and supports price audits by providing required documentation. Supports procurement and project teams with cost modeling, benchmarking, and financial insights. Performs other duties as assigned. Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with environmental, health, and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position. Skills and Attributes for Success: Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex cost data and translate it into actionable insights. Ability to operate in a highly collaborative, cross-functional project environment. Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and risk identification. Effective communication skills, including the ability to present cost data to leadership. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of material and labor cost estimation methodologies.
• Proven ability to develop cost analyses for highly complex proposals.
• Proven ability to develop internal cost estimates using scope documentation, historical data, and pricing inputs.
• Experience supporting vendor pricing validation and audit activities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field with 8+ years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with construction, engineering, or large-scale infrastructure project environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops internal material and labor cost estimates and compares them to contractor proposals, preparing reports that summarize variances, risks, and recommendations.
• Conducts detailed cost analysis and prepares estimates for highly complex proposal efforts.
• Collects, validates, and synthesizes cost and proposal data from internal stakeholders.
• Prepares final cost reports for domestic and international proposals and presents summarized cost information to management.
• Interfaces with vendors to obtain and verify pricing information and supports price audits by providing required documentation.
• Supports procurement and project teams with cost modeling, benchmarking, and financial insights.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with environmental, health, and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits with employer contributions
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Work on one of the most significant international scientific projects in the world (LBNF/DUNE)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees