Cost Estimator

Leidos Engineering is seeking a Cost Estimator. Our Strategic Program Consulting team provides program and project solutions support for electric utility customers across the US within Leidos' Power Delivery Solutions division. This position is pending a contract win, which we anticipate will be awarded to Leidos in the near future. Project Estimating plays a critical role in shaping short and long term capital budgets for electric utilities within the US. By working closely with numerous other departments including Engineering, Project Management, and Construction, the estimator will be a part of a highly collaborative team creating detailed, defensible estimates using nationally recognized estimating techniques. The estimator will prepare accurate and timely construction estimates for large scale and complex electric utility Transmission and Substation projects across client Service Territory. Estimates include all aspects of a project including scoping, materials, engineering, permitting, environmental compliance, construction, labor and equipment, and right‑of‑way, among others. The estimator will work with a cross‑functional team comprising a PM, construction resources, project scheduler and engineering. Engineering provides design and engineering costs. Construction provides cost feedback and construction costs. The scheduler creates the schedule with team input. The estimator consolidates all information into the estimate and contributes to the larger estimating group responsible for maintaining estimating tools, including costs, resources and materials. Key Responsibilities Create, test and maintain assemblies and models in InEight Construction Estimating Software. Prepare accurate and timely construction estimates based on engineering designs, drawings, site visits, contractual agreements, materials, permitting, environmental, construction labor, schedules, and equipment. Incorporate a solid understanding of the utility industry into complex estimates. Analyze key themes and trends to ensure all factors are properly considered, priced and included in the project estimate. Determine understanding of risk associated with large capital projects and apply contingency. This would include the application and development of risk registers, quantitative risk assessments, and/or Monte Carlo simulations. Revise and update the estimating system software database to support storage and retrieval of estimating information and enhance efficiency and operability of the system. Monitor year‑on‑year accuracy of estimated costs and challenge business processes to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and deliver projects on budget. Perform planned versus actual evaluations upon project completions for costs and schedule. Document findings and develop improvement plans based on the analysis. Work independently to manage schedule and workload in order to meet required dates. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a closely related field + 3 years of relevant estimating experience, OR Associate Degree with 5+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree; 10+ years of relevant experience and training may be considered without an Associate’s degree. Proficient MS Office computer skills (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.). Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills. Proven interpersonal and written communication skills; ability to work and interact with engineers and operations during all phases of projects. Knowledge of planning, design, procurement, and construction process. Must have a valid driver’s license with a safe driving history. Preferred Qualifications Utility project management, engineering, risk management and/or utility estimating experience. Professional estimator certification in AACE International, ICEA, or ASPE. 5+ years of estimating or relevant work experience. Knowledge of construction means and methods, costs and engineering principles. Experience managing the unit cost libraries of professional estimating software programs. Knowledge of InEight or other estimating software applications. Significant portfolio of completed engineering and/or construction estimates with documented success in actual results achieved. Experience working on electric utility projects. Pay and Benefits Pay Range: $65,650.00 - $118,675.00 Leidos pay range for this level is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity, market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law. Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. For more details, visit Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. 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