Strategic Planning/Cost Estimator

SIMCO, LLC; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 96,789 - 172,368; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Modern work arrangements (4-day workweeks)

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement program

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

SIMCO, LLC is seeking a Strategic Planning / Cost Estimator to join our team in Carlsbad, New Mexico. The candidate will drive strategic planning operations, prioritize estimating efforts, and communicate key fiscal year priorities to the WIPP organization.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree with at least six years of experience or equivalent qualifications. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. The role offers competitive salary and benefits, including medical and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Experience in making presentations to individuals and groups is preferred.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Drive daily strategic planning operations.
• Estimate efforts and coordinate projects with stakeholders.
• Develop estimates based on Scopes Of Work (SOWs).

Skills

Leadership and problem solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 6 years of experience

Associate’s degree with 10 years of experience

High School Diploma or Equivalent with 14 years of experience

Job description

Overview

Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste. Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO), managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Strategic Planning / Cost Estimator and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

Drive daily strategic planning operations including estimating efforts and project coordination with internal and external stakeholders. Prioritize and communicate work product needs as well as new initiatives supporting WIPP infrastructure projects, engineering, regulatory, and business initiatives. Communicate fiscal year priorities, estimating schedules, and other strategic information with the WIPP organization, M&O Senior Management, and Customer Management.

Provide prioritization of estimating and strategic planning tasks in support of the WIPP organization. Prioritization will be in alignment with the Integrated Priority List (IPL) and management direction. In addition, this role will require knowledge, skills, and ability to develop estimates by reading, understanding, and interpretation of Scopes Of Work (SOW’s) in an efficient manner that will be used in procurement of projects, goods, and services. Communication will be provided on all levels and through various media and methods to ensure the WIPP management team has access to the latest Strategic Planning information.

Core Accountabilities

• Leadership and problem solving
• Strong communication (written and verbal) skills to interface with the workforce and management
• Quality of estimate development
• Ability to work independently and maintain pace and prioritization
• Support the creation of and maintain a work environment that excels in meeting organizational goals and expectations.

Essential Functions

• Manage and prioritize workflow for estimating needs from the WIPP organization
• Periodic cost estimate development
• Quality verification and peer review for all estimates including evaluation of scoping documents
• Attend scoping meetings and pre-bid walkdowns
• Assist with development of Scope Of Work (SOW)
• Develop working relationship with departments such as Quality Assurance, Engineering, Environmental Safety & Health, Information Technology, and Training enabling open discussion and mutual trust.
• Interface with planning and scheduling, cost analysts, CAMs, PM and project teams including engineering and construction
• Generate and update contract deliverables including strategic planning contract deliverables: Fiscal Year Work Plan, Long-Range Plan, and Five-Year Site Plan
• Manage and maintain the Integrated Priority List (IPL) as requested

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with six (6) years of experience, or
• Associate’s degree with ten (10) years of experience, or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with fourteen (14) years of experience is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to make clear and convincing oral presentations to individuals and groups
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently, pro‑actively and with others as a team
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without SIMCO visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the WIPP Site (even if teleworking, must still be able to comply with security requirements to obtain a badge).
• Non‑U.S. citizens from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns—including sensitive countries, state sponsors of terrorism, countries of risk, and other designated countries –are subject to additional security requirements that limit site access.

Preferred Requirements

• Background in construction and field project management and / or engineering (Civil/Structural)
• Individuals with cost estimating experience
• Individuals with Earned Value Management (EVM) experience

What We Offer

Medical, dental and vision insurance:

• Coverage on date of hire
• Surgical concierge service
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more

• Modern work arrangements to include 4‑day workweeks (four 10‑hour days)
• Relocation assistance
• Shuttle commuter service from the local areas
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program
• On‑site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions
• Company paid short term disability
• Company paid life insurance (1x annual salary)
• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%
• Voluntary benefits of:
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• Long‑term disability program
• Health and Flexible savings accounts
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• These benefits vary by position.

Exempt grade level(s) 32-34. Salary range: $96,789 to $172,368 per year – the specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

Equal Opportunity

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (575) 234‑8490 or email [e-mail] for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.

Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.