Cost Estimator (Belgium)

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with a technical support center in South East Asia and East Africa, that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies, all over the world.

We are seeking a skilled Cost Estimator, you will develop accurate cost estimates for defense infrastructure and advisory programs supporting NATO and allied government clients. You will translate technical scope into reliable cost models to support planning, budgeting, and project execution.

The project assignment is in Belgium.

This position is contingent upon the award of the contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare ROM, conceptual, and detailed cost estimates for infrastructure projects

• Analyze design documents, specifications, and scope definitions

• Support budgeting and financial planning for capital programs

• Develop cost breakdown structures and lifecycle cost models

• Support contract modifications, change orders, and pricing analyses

• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams

Qualifications to be successful in the role:

• 5+ years of experience in construction estimating or program cost control

• NATO Security Clearance preferred like CTS, NS, or NC

• Experience with federal or defense infrastructure projects preferred

• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and pricing models

• Familiarity with MILCON or similar government frameworks is an advantage

• Strong analytical and Excel-based modeling skills

Why Planate?

Planate Management Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Joining the Planate team opens you to an experience working for a Global company where you are among a team that is considered a premier trusted partner for planning, design, engineering, asset management, and professional service solutions anytime, anywhere. We Take Care of Our Own; Personally, and Profession.

Full-time employees enjoy the following benefits:

• Medical insurance/Dental/Vision Insurance

• 401K plan eligibility upon hire

• Health and Savings Account plan

• Life/AD&D Insurance Coverage

• Short-Term Disability Insurance Coverage

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Time Off

• Wellness Offering

• Training and Development

• License/Certification support

• Recognition and Rewards program

• Travel Insurance

We’d love for you to be a part of our Global workforce, helping us serve as an effective and integrated partner to advance every client's mission!