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Cost Estimator

Employer:	VT Aepco
Job Location:	Gaithursburg , MD
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Industry Type:	Related Professions
Job Description:	The Cost Estimator position reports to the Proposal Director for Business Development and works with the integrated proposal team as the cost volume lead responsible for analyzing, understanding, and communicating RFP requirements. Leads all aspects of the proposal cost development effort and price to win utilizing ProPricer. Additionally, the position will • Act as an advisor to department managers, and program management cost, schedule, and technical elements in the development of proposals in accordance with Request for Proposal specifications. • Analyze RFP, develop Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and Basis of Estimate (BOE) in conjunction with proposal manager and prepare outline for cost/price volume submittal to customer. • Lead Price to Win strategy development, review functional labor estimates for accuracy and completeness, review material quotations for accuracy and completeness. • Coordinate the collection and accumulation of cost estimates, scheduling, and performance elements from functional departments. • Research and analyzes historical data, develops cost models and pricing rules to support proposal efforts. • Lead and write cost volume for Federal proposals. • Maintenance of quotation and proposal records and BOE library. The position requires a minimum of five years experience supporting proposal cost volume development for federal contracts, plus IDIQ and Task Order process experience. Demonstrated ProPricer expertise. Proven success in proposal volume scheduling.
Company Description:	VT Aepco provides highest quality hands-on analytical and management support (e.g.: logistics support, information engineering, multimedia communications, financial management, administrative and program management, information and technology transfer, marine engineering, ship repair, scientific) services and products to government and commercial entities, both domestically and internationally. Our primary objective is to provide timely and cost effective support to our clients and to assist in resolving emergent issues by applying sound analytical/engineering/scientific principles, innovative concepts, and advanced technology. We have been consistently ranked among the Top 500 Design Firms in the United States, as well as one of the Top 200 International Design Firms as compiled by Engineering News-Record. Our national and international reputation for quality service stems from our careful attention to client need, our knowledgeable team of professionals and our commitment to excellence. We encourage innovation, foster ingenuity and reward creativity. The mission of VT Aepco is to provide professional consulting services to the federal government financial and program management executives. We are committed to providing: quality products -- on time -- on budget. We believe, in the financial management services arena, this goal is achieved best by individuals with a true appreciation of customer programs and needs. We are locating and recruiting such individuals and will apply their experience, knowledge and professional skills to provide accurate and comprehensive data to assist the decision maker in improving overall organizational mission effectiveness. We are extremely proud of the National Awards and hundreds of Letters of Appreciation our company has received from our customers in recognition of the dedication, commitment, and resourcefulness our employees have exhibited over the years. The ongoing demands of our profession have served not as obstacles but as inducements to our growth. In a world of rapid changes, our commitment to excellence presents challenges we welcome with enthusiasm and innovation. The cornerstone of VT Aepco’s success has always been our personnel. We have worked hard to cultivate a seasoned, dedicated staff of more than 400 professionals and support personnel in multiple disciplines. VT Aepco’s corporate style balances effective managerial control with worker independence. Our quest for technical excellence, consistent management, and innovative judgment creates and environment at VT Aepco where job satisfaction and client service are a simultaneous occurrence.