ESTIMATING MANAGER 2177 Position Available In Jackson, Mississippi
Tallo's Job Summary: The Estimating Manager position in Pascagoula, MS involves leading the Estimating Department to develop Department of Defense compliant cost estimates. Reporting to the VP of Supply Chain Management, responsibilities include establishing standards, analyzing project requirements, and ensuring compliance with DFARS standards. Qualifications include 7 years of experience and a related bachelor's degree.
Job Description
This is a job for an
ESTIMATING MANAGER
with a company in the Pascagoula, MS area.
Job Summary:
The Estimating Manager leads the Estimating Department and is responsible for developing Department of Defense (DoD) compliant cost estimates. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Supply Chain Management and Pricing, this role establishes standards, procedures, tools, and methodologies to produce accurate cost estimates based on work scope, specifications, and contractual requirements. The position requires ensuring adherence to company policies, procedures, and compliance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) standards.
Responsibilities:
Manage the Estimating Department to achieve company objectives and ensure the development of accurate and compliant cost estimates. Establish and implement processes to analyze project requirements, plans, and specifications for preparing DFARS-compliant estimates. Evaluate and incorporate performance data into detailed cost estimates, including labor hours and material costs. Analyze, review, and approve all proposals and budget preparations leaving the department. Maintain excellent knowledge of the shipbuilding industry, including trends that impact business operations and profitability. Strategically manage stakeholder expectations throughout the proposal process. Perform detailed analyses to prepare cost estimates and calculate gross profit margins, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
Qualifications:
Minimum of seven years’ experience working with complex DoD-compliant estimates. Bachelor’s degree in business management, Finance, Industrial Engineering, or a related field is required. Comprehensive knowledge of practices and procedures for developing, preparing, and forecasting cost estimates. Thorough understanding of
DFARS 252.215-7002
Cost Estimating System Requirements. Strong leadership skills to manage the performance of direct reports and drive departmental success. Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills to develop and present accurate estimates.
Equal Opportunity Employer — minorities/females/veteran/other individuals with disabilities/Sexual orientation/gender identity.
