What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planner Estimator - Security Clearance Required position at Applied Research Laboratory at the Penn State University?
We are searching for a Planner Estimator to join our Facilities Operations & Maintenance Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. ARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC).
ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.
You will :
Consult with clients, and personnel in other departments to discuss and formulate project scope
Prepare estimates for projects using software and interfaces to transfer estimate data to data management systems in accounting, scheduling, and project management; prepare working folders, purchase orders, and other required information necessary for the proper execution of the work
Oversee coordination of projects from inception to close out and update project progress activities in project data management systems
Monitor and inspect the work in progress to assure that work is being performed as planned, and in compliance with safety codes and safety regulations
Coordinate with project supervisors and field personnel in handling constructability issues; evaluate, and determine proposed field changes and estimate change orders
Review and analyze design documents to develop time, cost, materials, and labor estimates
Encourage and seek process improvement initiatives; create efficiencies when possible
Supervise, hire, and evaluate of assigned staff to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures, correcting errors or problems
This position will be filled at the Intermediate professional level. Minimum requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree and 1 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required skills / experience areas include :
Construction
Cost estimating
Project management
Contracting / Purchasing
Preferred skills / experience areas include :
Active government security clearance (Secret)
Autocad
Revit
International Building Code
Your working location will be fully on-site, located in State College, PA.
ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas.
You will be subject to a government security investigation, and you must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
ARL is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; we believe this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). We are at our best when we draw on the talents of all parts of society, and our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part of our workforce.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu .
- The proposed salary range may be impacted by geographic differential.
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is :
61,800.00 - $89,600.00
Salary : $61,800 - $89,600
