Cost Estimator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Create cost estimates and pricing models for proposals and new business initiatives.

• Collaborate with teams from Business Development, Client Delivery, Engineering, Product Solutions, and Finance to collect cost inputs and verify assumptions.

• Develop and sustain comprehensive financial models and pricing templates that aid in proposal creation.

• Evaluate labor, operational, and program cost factors to guarantee precise and competitive pricing.

• Assist in price-to-win strategies through financial modeling and scenario assessments.

• Review proposal contributions to ensure cost assumptions are reasonable, consistent, and in alignment with program requirements.

• Maintain documentation and version control for pricing models and related analyses.

• Examine historical bid data and pricing trends to guide future estimating efforts.

• Aid in the development and enhancement of standardized estimating tools and templates.

• Support reporting and analysis associated with proposal performance, pricing accuracy, and estimating trends.

• Engage in process improvement initiatives aimed at streamlining estimating workflows and enhancing data quality.

• Provide financial analysis and insights to assist proposal teams and leadership in decision-making.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, Business Analytics, or a related field is mandatory.

• 3–5 years of experience in cost estimating, financial analysis, pricing, budgeting, or similar analytical roles.

• Strong skills in financial modeling and analysis.

• Capability to analyze cost drivers and convert operational inputs into structured pricing models.

• High level of attention to detail and the ability to ensure accuracy in intricate financial models.

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple proposal timelines concurrently.

• Ability to collaborate efficiently with cross-functional teams across various departments.

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

• Capability to interpret financial data and offer actionable insights.

• Ability to work independently while contributing to team goals.

• Dedication to diversity, inclusion, and respectful collaboration.

• Reliable transportation is necessary.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

• A valid driver’s license is required.

• Willingness to travel up to 10% is expected.

• Experience in supporting bid and proposal development processes is preferred.

• Experience in energy, engineering, construction, consulting, government contracting, or infrastructure-related industries is advantageous.

• Familiarity with PowerBI, financial modeling tools, or ERP systems is preferred.

• Ability to work with data visualization or reporting tools is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote/virtual work arrangement.

• Willingness to travel up to 10%.