Senior Estimator - Norfolk, United States - DSJ Global

Description

Title:
Senior Estimator (Government Contracts)

Location:
Norfolk, VA

Position Overview:
We're in search of a highly skilled Senior Estimator to join our ship repair client in Norfolk, VA. Reporting to the Director of Shipyard Business Operations, the Senior Estimator will oversee day-to-day government estimating tasks. This role requires meticulous attention to detail and a deep understanding of contract specifications to develop accurate pricing strategies.


Key Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed labor and material estimates based on government specifications.
• Analyze RFQs and RFPs comprehensively, ensuring accurate pricing of the entire scope.
• Collaborate closely with Subcontractor Estimators and Material Estimators to ensure accurate pricing.
• Conduct analysis of subcontractor quotes, accounting for any exceptions taken.
• Manage multiple proposals simultaneously, meeting strict schedule requirements.
• Inspect projects to validate repair/alteration information and produce accurate estimates.
• Prepare fixed price bids and comparative estimates for subcontractor selection.
• Ensure cost estimates are accurate and advise on potential business risks.
• Direct personnel engaged in cost estimating for repair operations.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Support responses to RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, and other marketing efforts.
• Provide technical writing and editing services for proposal development.
• Collaborate with capture teams to ensure clear conveyance of business perspective.
• Develop and oversee overall proposal schedules and outlines.
• Conduct lessons learned sessions to improve the overall estimating process.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum twelve (12) years' experience in government contract estimation or ship repair production operations management.
• Handson experience with government contract administration, including interpretation of specifications, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Working knowledge of US Navy and MSC Standard Items and Work Specifications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel and participate in ship checks when required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred.
• Understanding of FAR and DFAR requirements preferred.
• Familiarity with US Army, Coast Guard, and NOAA Standard Items and Work Specifications preferred.

Travel and Security Requirements:

• Occasional travel required (15% or less).
• Must be able to access Government facilities and be DBIDS eligible.
• US Citizenship required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to remain stationary or move about accomplishing tasks.
• Physically agile to perform tasks in naval ships and confined spaces.
• Comfortable working in extreme temperature environments and aboard ships.#J18808Ljbffr