As part of the U.S. Department of Energy's responsibility to maintain a safe, secure, and effective nuclear deterrent, Advanced Automation Corporation (AAC) is looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Construction Estimator. The successful candidate will provide accurate cost and schedule estimates for construction projects related to infrastructure, facility development, and nuclear production. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction estimation, project management, scheduling, and cost control, particularly within government and energy-related projects.
Key responsibilities include:
Preparation of detailed cost estimates for construction projects, varying from class 5 to class 1 estimates
Development of a project schedule to the same level of fidelity as the cost estimate class
Working closely with suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors to obtain accurate pricing for materials, labor, and equipment
Identification of potential cost risks and development of mitigation strategies to avoid budget overruns
Preparation of a basis of estimate to document all assumptions for a given estimate
Reviewing engineer work products, such as man-hour estimates, scopes of work, bill of materials, and designs
Salary Range: $65 - $75 / hour
This position is remote and can be performed from anywhere within the continental United States.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of experience in construction estimation, preferably within the energy or government sector
Proficiency estimating small projects (less than $5 million) to major capital projects ($50 million or more)
Proficiency in estimation software such as RSMeans, Sage Estimating, or similar tools
Proficiency in scheduling software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar tools
Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and industry standards
Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
US citizenship, with the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance
Available to travel up to 10% of the time
Desired Skills:
10+ years of prior related work experience
Program/Project Management experience
Experience estimating DOE and DOD-specific projects
Familiarity with DOE O 413.3B guidelines
Benefits
Work From Home
Retirement Plan - 401k
FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
AFLAC (Supplementary Insurance)
EEO Statement
Advanced Automation Corporation is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability."
