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As a Professional Quantity Surveyor (PQS), one of the main challenges is maintaining budget accuracy amid changing project scopes, fluctuating material prices, and unforeseen site conditions. PQSs must regularly liaise with clients, contractors, and suppliers to ensure cost estimates remain realistic and updated throughout the project lifecycle. Managing multiple stakeholders' expectations while adhering to tight deadlines can also be demanding, but effective communication and strong analytical skills can help mitigate these challenges.

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Professional Quantity Surveyors (PQS) are specialists in the construction industry who manage and control costs and contracts on construction projects. They are responsible for preparing estimates, budgets, and tenders, as well as monitoring project expenditures and advising on procurement strategies. PQS work to ensure that projects are completed within their financial and legal constraints, providing expert advice to clients, architects, and contractors throughout the building process.

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PQS / Rate Training Manual Analyst

Prevailance

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Description:

This position is currently filled, however we are accepting applications for Ready Replacement Pool consideration.

Prevailance is seeking an experienced, mission-focused professional to support Surface Combat Systems' Training Command (SCSTC) as a Personnel Qualifications Standards (PQS) / Rate Training Manual (RTM) Analyst. The Surface Combat Systems' Training Command (SCSTC) domain consists of the Command Staff located in Dahlgren, VA, SCSTC Units, Sites, and Detachments worldwide. Training locations also include Shipyards, Fleet Surface Ships and Forward Deployed Naval Forces (FDNF). Services to be provided consist of Systems Engineering and Training Analysis services in support of the following areas: Manpower and Personnel, Infrastructure, Functional Integration Management (FIM), Training Management, Documentation, Training Systems Acquisition and Lifecycle, and International Programs (IP). Support will also be provided to the Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force, Spanish, South Korea, Norwegian, Australian, Singapore Foreign Military Sales and future IP Initiatives.


The PQS/RTM Analyst supports our customer by contributing to the delivery of the following services:


RTM Support

  • The developing Non-Resident Training courses (NRTC)/Rate Training Manuals (RTM) for use and review by the Fleet
  • Validating NRTCs/RTMs prior to Fleet delivery. The contractor shall deliver associated technical publications and or references if newly developed or unique to the course/manual
  • Attending and facilitating NRTC/RTM workshops to support NRTC/RTM development and updates
  • Supporting work on classified NRTC/RTM development when directed by CSCS
  • Providing questions and an answer key for the NRTC/RTM chapters/lessons

PQS Support

  • Developing and/or update PQS / JQR’s products as directed by CSCS
  • The PQS/JQRs will be developed in accordance with OPNAVINST 3500.34 (series) Personnel Qualification Standards Program; OPNAVINST 3500.34 (series) Naval Training Systems Requirements, Acquisition, and Management; NAVEDTRA 43100-3 (series) PQS Writers Guide; and NAVEDTRA 43100-2 (series) PQS Manager and PQS Model Managers Guide. The Contractor will develop and/or update classified PQS/JQRs when directed by CSCS and will meet all security requirements IAW DOD directive 5220-MNIPSOM
  • Supporting the customer in validating PQS/JQRs when directed by CSCS
  • Attending and if necessary, facilitating PQS workshops to support PQS development and updates
  • Delivering associated technical publications and/or operators’ manual(s) if newly developed or unique to the system, if used as a reference or for the development of the PQS/JQRs
Requirements:

Six (6) years of U.S. Navy experience

  • Recent operational experience in a Surface Combat Systems ratings (FC, OS, GM, ET)
  • Recent operational experience onboard a U.S. Navy Surface Force ship class (DDG-51, DDG-1000, CG, CVN, LPD, LSD, LCS, LHD and MCM)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access

Education:

High School Graduate


Clearance:

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.


If you meet these qualifications and are ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today!

Prevailance, Inc. proudly supports veterans as a member of the V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) program and the Hire Vets initiative. Recognized as a Top Workplace in 2025, Prevailance fosters a supportive, mission-driven environment for its team members. We provide a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, designed to support health, wellness, and financial security. Our benefits include:

  • Medical Insurance
  • TriCare Supplemental
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Computing Device Reimbursement Program

Prevailance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract. Prevailance, Inc. participates in E-Verify and is VEVRAA Compliant.