Operations Research Analyst – Construction Cost Engineering

BAE Systems, Inc.; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 122,400 - 208,080; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Employee assistance program

Paid parental leave

Job summary

BAE Systems, Inc. is seeking an experienced Construction Cost Engineer in Kingsport, TN. As a Senior Cost Engineer, you will create detailed cost estimates, evaluate supplier proposals, and coordinate with project managers to align financial constraints with technical requirements. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and 10 years of experience in cost engineering.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $122,400 - $208,080 and comprehensive employee benefits including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 10 years work experience or equivalent in Construction Cost Engineering.
• Expert ability to understand specifications and drawings.
• Strong analytical and modeling skills.

Responsibilities

• Create cost estimates based on detailed designs and blueprints.
• Evaluate supplier proposals for cost and schedule realism.
• Conduct close-out cost analysis after project completion.

Skills

Cost Engineering

Stochastic Cost Modeling

Data Analytics

Construction Cost Principles

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture

Masters Degree in Business, Math, or Operations Research

Job description

Job Description

BAE Systems is a leading global defense, security, and aerospace company. Our Ordnance Systems is hiring an experienced Construction Cost Engineer to join our team. As a Senior Cost Engineer, you will play an integral role in ensuring the successful modernization of our nation’s Munitions Industrial Base.

Responsibilities

• Create stochastic modeling and measuring techniques, utilizing mathematics, statistical methods, engineering methods, operational mathematics techniques, and other principles and laws of scientific and economic disciplines to support risk-informed rational decision-making for the business unit.
• Evaluate supplier proposals for cost and schedule realism using quantitative, stochastic modeling to support risk-informed decision making at the Program Level.
• Develop detailed initial cost estimates based on conceptual designs and blueprints.
• Perform estimating by quantifying materials, labor, and equipment requirements.
• Perform stochastic analysis of subcontractor bids for realism.
• Conduct close-out cost analysis after project completion to improve future estimating accuracy.
• Coordinate with project managers to align financial constraints with technical requirements.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or similar and 10 years work experience or equivalent experience.
• Experience in Cost Engineering, Estimation, Controls.
• Expert knowledge of Construction Costs and related principles.
• Demonstrated ability to create stochastic cost models.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand specifications and drawings.
• Strong data analytics and modeling skills.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Masters Degree in Business, Math, or Operations Research.
• AACEI Certified Cost Professional or similar certification.
• Experience in Capital Programs or Owner's Representative organization desirable.
• Experience in Federal Projects desirable.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $122,400 - $208,080

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, 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.

Employee Benefits

At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.