Senior Cost Estimator

Senior Estimator

(5A – Tier 5A)

General Purpose of RoleDevelops, coordinates, and/or executes most estimating activities for small, medium, and occasionally one or more of the larger projects. This level of Estimator draws upon extensive experience and exposure to various types of projects and customers. Must have a clear understanding of, and ability to work with, engineering drawings and specifications.

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Global Level Details

Global Level SummarySenior level position with advanced knowledge and a specialized depth or breadth of expertise, gaining a mastery of a single areas or multiple broader areas of specialization.

Typical Qualifications University Degree, or equivalent, in related field or applicable discipline, or equivalent relevant experience. Typically 7+ years relevant experience.

Decision MakingPlans and conducts and may supervise work of self and others. Has ability to lead project teams. May participate in cross-functional collaboration.

Supervision ReceivedWorks with self-initiated interaction with supervisor and self-initiated technical guidance. Broad duties assigned at beginning of projects. Work is assigned in terms of objectives, relative priorities, and critical areas that impinge on work of other units. Work is reviewed to ensure policy conformity and soundness of approach. Informed guidance is available.

Supervision AuthorityAble to lead functional project teams. May have direct reports. Will typically assign activities and regularly give job related guidance to department staff as a senior advisor

CommunicationStrong ability to Inform and persuade on complex matters through preparation and delivery of proposals, presentations and reports, as well as collaboration with stakeholders and management.

Systems, Processes & Tools Strong understanding of systems, processes and tools related to field. Able to assist others and troubleshoot issues.

Senior Estimator

(5A – Tier 5A)

General Purpose of RoleDevelops, coordinates, and/or executes most estimating activities for small, medium, and occasionally one or more of the larger projects. This level of Estimator draws upon extensive experience and exposure to various types of projects and customers. Must have a clear understanding of, and ability to work with, engineering drawings and specifications.

Additional Technical Information

Global Level Details

Global Level SummarySenior level position with advanced knowledge and a specialized depth or breadth of expertise, gaining a mastery of a single areas or multiple broader areas of specialization.

Typical Qualifications University Degree, or equivalent, in related field or applicable discipline, or equivalent relevant experience. Typically 7+ years relevant experience.

Decision MakingPlans and conducts and may supervise work of self and others. Has ability to lead project teams. May participate in cross-functional collaboration.

Supervision ReceivedWorks with self-initiated interaction with supervisor and self-initiated technical guidance. Broad duties assigned at beginning of projects. Work is assigned in terms of objectives, relative priorities, and critical areas that impinge on work of other units. Work is reviewed to ensure policy conformity and soundness of approach. Informed guidance is available.

Supervision AuthorityAble to lead functional project teams. May have direct reports. Will typically assign activities and regularly give job related guidance to department staff as a senior advisor

CommunicationStrong ability to Inform and persuade on complex matters through preparation and delivery of proposals, presentations and reports, as well as collaboration with stakeholders and management.

Systems, Processes & Tools Strong understanding of systems, processes and tools related to field. Able to assist others and troubleshoot issues.