Construction Estimator/Senior Estimator – Civil- 8538

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Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking an Estimator with capability and experience in civil construction estimating to support a major construction effort for the Sentinel Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) program. This position will be located in Roy, UT.  Learn more about the GBSD program here. Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities and associated infrastructure.
What you will get to do:
 

The selected individual will possess a proven track record of performing multi-discipline design and civil construction estimating services supporting major federal construction programs.  The GBSD (Sentinel) program is a series of complex aerospace / construction initiatives with a challenging, interesting series of projects.
Experience would include:
•    Estimating conceptual through Issued for Construction documents;
•    Perform pricing of take-offs (labor, material and subcontractor) within primary estimating discipline;
•    Participate in bid evaluations working with team of estimators, other support staff, and executives;
•    Work as a part of a preconstruction team participating in Constructability Reviews, Value Engineering exercises, meeting and working with design professionals and subcontractor partners;
•    Supporting major proposal development by developing estimates, pricing proposals and narrative to support capture of new work.
Daily tasks include but not limited to:
•    Work in several delivery formats such as cost reimbursable, fixed price, design build, guaranteed maximum price, etc.
•    Analyze drawings, specifications, RFP documents, and subcontractor proposals.
•    Estimate utilizing uni-format and CSI format breakdown of estimate.
•    Develop subcontractor bid list and solicit subcontractors for bidding.
•    Maintain relationships with subcontractors within primary estimating discipline.
•    Discuss scope and pricing during bid period with subcontractors.
•    Fully scope subcontractors to ensure pricing and scope are complete and accurate.
•    Understand and participate in providing scheduling input and feedback related to primary estimating discipline.
•    Write contractual scope of work(s) within primary estimating discipline.
•    Work with individuals in other departments (Scheduling, Operations, Proposal Preparation, Safety, Supply Chain, etc.).
•    Producing milestone estimates.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:
•    5+ years estimating experience
•    Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
•    Proficient in the use of industry standard estimating tools
•    Strong interpersonal, creative solution and problem-solving skills, and the ability to multi-task
•    Strong organizational and time management skills
•    Willing to travel on an as needed basis
•    Principal Engineer: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or other related discipline with 5 Years with Bachelors in Science; 3 Years with Masters; 0 Years with PhD or an additional 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
•    Senior Principal Engineer: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or other related discipline with 9 Years with Bachelors in Science; 7 Years with Masters; 0 Years with PhD or an additional 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
•   Ability to obtain DoD Secret Clearance

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:
•    Master’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or other related discipline;
•    Formal professional certification (PMP, CPE)

Salary Range: $82,000 USD - $123,000 USD

Salary Range 2: $101,600 USD - $152,400 USD

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

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