Cost Estimating Manager

About the role

General Atomics (GA) and its affiliated companies develop high‑technology systems ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. The Cost Estimating Manager will join the Cost Engineering team at the Rancho Bernardo facility, working as a manager who also participates in cost estimating activities for assigned organizations in support of proposals and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and guidance to senior management and program managers on cost estimating issues relating to government and commercial proposals and contracts.
• Assist in the strategic development of the cost estimating function and be accountable for the implementation and administration of policies and procedures that ensure company processes comply with applicable laws and regulations.
• Ensure cost estimating policies and procedures are efficient, compliant with appropriate laws and regulations, and meet company objectives.
• Manage cost estimating activities for contract change orders and contract estimates; assign and review staff work and ensure processes meet assigned timelines.
• Serve as the company’s primary cost estimating representative during program negotiations and government audits.
• Develop reports and presentations that secure management approval of cost estimates aligned with company profit and cash flow goals, and provide counsel to management regarding potential risks.
• Manage and participate in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of human resources to ensure availability of required professional and technical talent.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information and participate in the development of classified program materials.
• Ensure all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations are observed wherever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Ensure work is accomplished safely in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, industrial/cost engineering, or a related discipline; eleven or more years of progressive cost estimating experience (preferably with a defense contractor). Equivalent professional experience may substitute for education.
• At least five years in management.
• Familiarity with project/proposal management and cost accounting principles.
• Extensive understanding of cost estimating concepts and principles, FAR and related governmental rules and regulations; demonstrated broad application of those principles.
• Ability to plan, organize, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established milestones; experience in project leadership.
• Customer‑focused with ability to identify issues and develop innovative solutions to complex problems; excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to initiate, plan, and lead a team of experienced cost estimators; ability to represent the organization as a primary contact on cost‑related matters.
• Proficiency with MS Office PC skills; familiarity with SAP and Deltek ProPricer preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment; flexibility to work extended hours and travel as required.
• In‑office requirement to support team integration and growth.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance; active Secret clearance desired.

Pay

Salary range: $112,320 – $205,058