Job Description

The expected hiring range for this position is:

$111,400.00-$146,600.00.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

What your day-to-day as an Estimator will look like:

• Develops internal material and labor cost estimates and compares them to contractor proposals, preparing reports that summarize variances, risks, and recommendations.
• Conducts detailed cost analysis and prepares estimates for highly complex proposal efforts.
• Collects, validates, and synthesizes cost and proposal data from internal stakeholders.
• Prepares final cost reports for domestic and international proposals and presents summarized cost information to management.
• Interfaces with vendors to obtain and verify pricing information and supports price audits by providing required documentation.
• Supports procurement and project teams with cost modeling, benchmarking, and financial insights.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with environmental, health, and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

Skills and Attributes for Success:

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex cost data and translate it into actionable insights.
• Ability to operate in a highly collaborative, cross-functional project environment.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and risk identification.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to present cost data to leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Applicable Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Strong knowledge of material and labor cost estimation methodologies.
• Proven ability to develop cost analyses for highly complex proposals.
• Proven ability to develop internal cost estimates using scope documentation, historical data, and pricing inputs.
• Experience supporting vendor pricing validation and audit activities.
• Familiarity with construction, engineering, or large-scale infrastructure project environments preferred.

Minimum Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Work Arrangement:
• This position is based in Batavia, Illinois, with potential travel to project sites, including Lead, South Dakota (SURF – Sanford Underground Research Facility) as needed.

Benefits/Perks:

• Competitive salary and performance-based compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits with employer contributions
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Work on one of the most significant international scientific projects in the world (LBNF/DUNE)

Why Fermilab:
Fermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment. As part of the hiring process, candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

REAL-ID Requirement for access to Fermilab Campus
Fermilab requires all members of the public to produce a REAL-ID, or equivalent, to access the Fermilab Campus for interviews or career events. A list of acceptable forms of ID can be found here: https://get-connected.fnal.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/REALID-Documents.pdf If a candidate is selected for an interview but does not possess any of the equivalent documents, we may schedule a virtual interview.

What To Expect Next:
We’ll be in touch! If your qualifications are in alignment with the position requirements, one of our recruiters will be reaching out to schedule a phone interview to learn more about your career interests and goals. In the meantime, we encourage you to check us out on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, or our About Us page.