What are the responsibilities and job description for the USCG SFLC - Senior Cost Estimator position at Apogee Connections?
Apogee is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator located at Washington, D.C. in support of US Coast Guard (USCG) Surface Ship Design & Systems Engineering Division (CG-459), Human Systems Integration (HSI) Division (CG-1B), and Forces Logistics Center (SFLC) Engineering Services Division. The Apogee Team is providing a wide range of engineering and feasibility studies, engineering, and technical support for design review, performance feasibility studies, and designs of ships, boat, and shipboard systems in support of existing and future vessel acquisition programs.
Why work with us?
Apogee Engineering, LLC is a provider of research, engineering, operations, software, cyber, intel, training, technical services, financial and administrative expertise across an array of DOD and Federal Civilian customers. Our company was founded on the commitment of making a positive difference for our customers and our people. Apogee’s culture is infused with integrity and a passion for excellence, which has propelled us into the ranks of an elite small business company. Apogee is known for an unwavering dedication to our client's success, a warm and employee-centric work environment, and an enthusiasm to provide the right solution at the right time.
What you will be doing:
- Develop detailed cost estimates for new construction and shipbuilding projects
- Review and verify acquisition and construction cost estimates for major shipbuilding projects
- Provide consultation and review services for costs and technical review to design teams
- Develop, prepare, and analyze detailed construction schedules, including multiyear projects
- Conduct market research, perform cost accounting and labor estimates
- Provide proactive, responsive support to all customer activities on assigned projects
- Evaluate and determine changes in methods or procedures in assigned area of responsibility
What you will need to have:
- Security Clearance Required: Possess or be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance
- Bachelors in a relevant field plus 8 years’ experience conducting cost estimating supporting ship design, construction, or repair projects
- Familiarity with USN, USCG, IACS, and/or commercial ship design rules and regulations
- Strong relationship building skills and demonstrated ability to work with senior government and industry personnel
- Experience with government or commercial shipbuilding is preferred
- Experience working with senior leaders from USCG HQ and SFLC-ESD is preferred
- Existing DHS/USCG credentials preferred
Benefits:
- Apogee offers two medical plans, a high deductible health plan with a HRA and a traditional POS plan with co-pays, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, PTO, paid holidays, parental, military and jury duty paid leaves. Regular part time employees scheduled for twenty-four or more hours per work week are eligible for benefits on a pro-rated basis.
- This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus.