Junior Cost Estimator (3853)

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a Junior Cost Estimator (3853)in Idaho Falls, ID.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

Position Purpose

• Perform tasks and work scope as defined in the Principal Duties and Responsibilities and as directed by management.
• Work in accordance with approved training, policies, procedures, and instructions and in a safe manner.
• Maintain assigned reading and required reading as required for the position.
• Perform work in conformance with the Integrated Safety Management System (ISMS), Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) principles and functions, and Stop Work Authority.
• Participate in the identification and resolution of health and safety issues through active involvement and support of company safety programs.
• Make recommendations for innovative ideas or approaches to processes and procedures to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assist in the preparation and review of procedures and other related documents, as applicable.
• Provide support to cost savings initiatives, as applicable.
• Complete assigned training, qualifications/certifications, assigned reading, and required reading.
• Ensure recurring training and qualifications/certifications remain current.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Apply basic cost estimating principles, concepts, and practices in support of project and program requirements.
• Prepare and develop multi‑disciplined cost estimates that are complete, well‑documented, and based on defined project requirements.
• Support the integration of engineering, maintenance, operations, environmental, construction, and other project activities.
• Participate in estimating team meetings to identify and define project deliverables.
• Facilitate identification of estimating steps and processes required to develop comprehensive cost estimates in accordance with approved procedures and policies.
• Assist in developing clear and well‑documented Basis of Estimate (BOE) statements and supporting documentation.
• Assist in establishing estimating priorities and developing complete cost estimate packages.
• Identify and analyze schedule considerations, resource conflicts, cost impacts, and issues related to assigned scope of work.
• Recommend or assist in developing solutions to unique estimating situations where no established processes or guidance exist.

Minimum Qualification Requirements (Education/Experience)

• Specialist / Associate II – Bachelor’s Degree.
• Specialist / Associate III – Bachelor’s Degree plus one (1) year of relevant experience.
• Specialist – Bachelor’s Degree plus two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Experience performing construction quantity takeoffs from engineering drawings, sketches, and related documents.
• Estimating experience within the DOE complex is preferred.
• Prior experience with Department of Energy Capital Asset Projects (DOE O 413.3B) is preferred.

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any classification protected by applicable state or local law.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability