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ReNuke Services

Principal Cost Estimator

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Engage in value engineering exercises to optimize project scope and reduce unnecessary costs. * Ensure all contractual obligations related to cost estimation and reporting are met by external parties ...

Renuke

Principal Cost Estimator

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Engage in value engineering exercises to optimize project scope and reduce unnecessary costs. * Ensure all contractual obligations related to cost estimation and reporting are met by external parties ...

FTHR

Cost Estimator

Cresco, IA · On-site

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience Requirements: * 2-5 years of experience in cost estimation or industrial engineering within a manufacturing environment. * Strong knowledge of manufacturing ...

Goldbelt, Inc.

Construction Cost Estimator

$100K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... estimation services for construction, renovation, and maintenance projects. The role ensures ... Coordinate with engineering, maintenance, and project management staff to identify scope ...

NBHX TRIM GROUP

Cost Estimating Analyst

Sparta, WI · On-site

Analyze the cost of BOM, raw materials, process and tooling according to engineering data * Provide the manufacturing cost estimation and business case analysis as base for sales team. * Establish ...

Nisga'a Ciops

Construction Cost Estimator

$100K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... estimation services for construction, renovation, and maintenance projects. The role ensures ... Coordinate with engineering, maintenance, and project management staff to identify scope ...

NBHX TRIM GROUP

Cost Estimating Analyst

Sparta, WI · On-site

Analyze the cost of BOM, raw materials, process and tooling according to engineering data * Provide the manufacturing cost estimation and business case analysis as base for sales team. * Establish ...

City of New York

Cost Estimator

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The ideal candidate should have a background in Cost Estimating, Engineering, Engineering Science, or related field, and possess a thorough understanding and strong knowledge base of New York City ...

New

City of New York

Cost Estimator

Manhattan, NY · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The ideal candidate should have a background in Cost Estimating, Engineering, Engineering Science, or related field, and possess a thorough understanding and strong knowledge base of New York City ...

New

City of New York

Cost Estimator

Manhattan, NY

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The ideal candidate should have a background in Cost Estimating, Engineering, Engineering Science, or related field, and possess a thorough understanding and strong knowledge base of New York City ...

New

Goldbelt, Inc.

Construction Cost Estimator

$100K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... estimation services for construction, renovation, and maintenance projects. The role ensures ... Coordinate with engineering, maintenance, and project management staff to identify scope ...

KASAI NORTH AMERICA

Cost Engineer

Murfreesboro, TN

Analyzes maps, blueprints, photos, charts, and other data to estimate costs and set target cost in ... Bachelor's Degree in engineering/science, preferred, or equivalent experience in cost estimation ...

Total Success

Cost Estimator

Houston, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

This is a strong opportunity for someone with a background in estimating, engineering, construction management, or complex project cost analysis who enjoys working with technical teams, reviewing ...

Kasai North America, Inc

Cost Engineer

Murfreesboro, TN · On-site

Analyzes maps, blueprints, photos, charts, and other data to estimate costs and set target cost in ... Bachelor's Degree in engineering/science, preferred, or equivalent experience in cost estimation ...

Kasai North America, Inc

Cost Engineer

Murfreesboro, TN · On-site

Analyzes maps, blueprints, photos, charts, and other data to estimate costs and set target cost in ... Bachelor's Degree in engineering/science, preferred, or equivalent experience in cost estimation ...

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Industry UsageConstruction, engineering, manufacturing projectsConstruction, manufacturing, engineering sectors
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Cost Estimating Engineer/Mathematician

MDW Associates

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

MDW is seeking a highly qualified Cost Estimating Engineer/Mathematician to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) as an entry level cost estimating analyst.
This candidate will be a full-time engineer or mathematician performing Cost Estimating Analysis supporting the development, fielding, and integration of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) program element of the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) Missile Defense System (MDS). Cost Estimating support includes development and maintenance of Life Cycle Cost Estimates and models for Defense Acquisition programs, analysis and reporting of cost data, and conducting excursions.
This is a hybrid position with work based in Huntsville, Alabama. Candidates must be within a two-hour commuting distance or be willing to relocate.
The Engineer/Mathematician may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties:
  • Develop, present, and defend mathematical cost estimates, cost estimating relationships, and cost models.
  • Develop cost estimating relationships using applied mathematics, probability, statistics, regression analysis, linear algebra, learning curves, and data collection.
  • Use Data Analytics to obtain and analyze essential cost data from contractors' DD Form 1921s and Cost Performance Reports/Integrated Program Management Reports (CPR/IPMR) for the purpose of establishing a credible cost database.
  • Participate in Business Case Analysis (BCA), Analysis of Alternatives (AOA), and risk analysis to develop multiple outputs using input variables by conducting what-if drills, sensitivity analysis, monte-carlo simulations, and other cost-related studies.
  • Review Cost Analysis Requirements Descriptions (CARDs).
  • Collect and manage cost data, technical baseline data, and cost research/analysis.

Required Experience:
  • No prior experience required but must have a math-based bachelor's degree.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Exceptionally strong analytical skills and detail oriented.

Desired Experience Requirements:
  • Must be a self-starter.
  • Strong knowledge of MS Office with a focus on Excel.
  • Membership and certification in International Cost Estimating and Analysis Association (ICEAA).

Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Operations Research, Economics, Statistics, Business Analytics, or related field.

Security Requirements:
  • Candidates for this position must be able eligible to obtain and maintain a DoW Secret Security Clearance.

Company Description
Incorporated in 2012, MDW is a small business headquartered in McLean, VA with offices in Huntsville, AL. We provide Federal government clients with consulting, management services, advisory and assistance services, decision support, strategic planning, process planning and improvement, task execution and metrics analysis. Our mission is to make our clients more successful by providing honest assessments, exceptional analysis, prudent advice, direct communication, and hard work.
Our core capabilities include:
  • Strategic Planning
  • Cost Estimating
  • Budget Programming and Justification
  • Budget Execution
  • Acquisition Management
  • Financial Systems Support & Integration

MDW Associates, LLC ("MDW") is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, mental or physical disability, pregnancy or any other unlawful basis unrelated to the ability to do the job. MDW seeks to employ talented, ethical, and entrepreneurial-minded persons. Our applicants and employees are protected from discrimination as required by Federal law.
Additional Information
We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits and compensation package for our employees, including but not limited to:
  • Health
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Group Life Insurance/Long Term Disability/Short Term Disability
  • Retirement/401(k)
  • Flexible Leave Policy

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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