Estimator II

Estimator II

• Job : 2026-22
• Date Posted: T00:00:00
• Location: National City, California
• Minimum Experience: 5 years
• Education: Bachelor's Degree

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. is currently seeking a Full-Time Estimator II in National City, CA.

Summary:

Performs a wide variety of complex planning activities required to attain awarded projects and to meet production objectives.

• Reviews engineering plans and product specifications to determine material requirements in support of repair, fabrication, and/or modernization projects.
• Considers all specified references including applicable NAVSEA Standard Items in the formulation of estimates.
• Conducts site visits to ensure the full scope of the project is understood before estimating subcontractor, labor and material requirements.
• Partners with Trade Foreman and other personnel as required to formulate estimates.
• Estimates or determines the material cost via vendors or other references.
• Solicits and compares proposals from qualified Subcontractors for labor, material and ODC requirements.
• Prepares cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation at regular intervals for the duration of the project.
• Assesses cost effectiveness, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops.
• Sets up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures.
• Reviews material and labor requirements to decide whether it is more cost-effective to produce or purchase components.
• Works with Purchasing to obtain and schedule materials based on production forecasts.
• Estimates the labor requirements by trade based on engineering plans and product specifications to determine material requirements in support of repair, fabrication>
• Factors in QA and Project Management requirements in the labor estimates.
• Provides estimates in the format required by the contracts manager.
• Reviews manufacturing parts lists and drawing trees for accuracy.
• Prepares and maintains historical records to support price audits.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelors Degree in a business-related field or equivalent experience in labor and material estimating.
• Minimum 5 years of estimating or related experience.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.

• Working knowledge of Navy Ship Repair industry practices and standards.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR.
• Knowledgeable of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other repair techniques for maximizing the accuracy of the estimate.
• Knowledgeable of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications and applicable software and systems applications.

• Excellent time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and good understanding of written materials and documents.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Good learning skills to understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Problem Solving skills to identify complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options, and recommend solutions.
• Takes initiative to resolve problems.

• Able to apply basic principles, theories, and concepts.
• Able to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Able to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Able to communicate information and ideas orally and in writing so others will understand.
• Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

• 7 years of experience estimating Navy ship repair and modernization HM&E and CS projects.

The pay range for this role is $70,720 to $93,600 annually. This is a reasonable estimate for this role. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

• Frequent standing, sitting, walking, handling, feeling with hands, reaching with arms.
• Prolonged use of computer, (typing, keyboarding, data entry)
• Regular communication (hearing/speaking).
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Vision requirements include: close, distant, color perception, peripheral, depth and ability to focus.
• Noise conditions range from very quiet to some noise.

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.