Planner Estimator

Job Overview:

APTIM is hiring a Planner Estimator to perform construction estimating to support as outlined in ISS Contract for the United States Army Garrison Redstone (USAG-R) Department of Public Works (DPW) with our partner AKIMA. The Planner Estimator will support APTIM Resource Planning Branch at Redstone Arsenal by performing a wide variety of technical and administrative tasks interfacing with Work Control, Material Control, customers, vendors, subcontractors, and AKIMA shops. Incumbent utilizes standards of civil, electrical, mechanical, and architectural engineering to evaluate and review work requests, make valuation judgments, and track projects from inception to completion and close out.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Prepares project estimates for alteration, repair, or construction. Determines methods and materials required for completion of project.
• If necessary, prepares sketches showing construction details and prepares lists of materials. Initiate's procurement of supplies and material for jobs and ensures availability of equipment to complete job.
• Visits job site while work is in progress to ensure specifications are adequate and requirements are satisfied. Inspects work of subcontractors or other service providers to ensure work complies with contractual requirements. Completes inspection and completion reports as required.
• Revises estimate to conform to changes while work is in progress and reviews actual manhours and material costs against estimated costs.
• Coordinates and maintains liaison with users of facilities, DPW requesters, engineering, personnel, etc. to gather information, furnish advice and assistance or affect mutual accord on scheduling and plans.
• Uses computer software to calculate job estimates including Means. Prepares and submits estimates for approval.
• Performs basic engineering and design tasks to detail required work.
• Reads and interprets blueprints to determine material take-off and design feasibility.
• Determines specifications and construction codes to detail projects.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Work overtime as assigned.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Interact with employees and others in the workplace in an appropriate manner.
• Use a computer for tasks such as communicating by email and preparing reports and work schedules using Microsoft software.
• Review and analyze data and information utilizing Means and Maintenance Connection.
• Plans prioritize and monitor work assignments.
• Complete assigned tasks/projects in a timely manner.
• Comply with all Company policies and procedures.

Basic Qualifications:

• Be able to timely, accurate, cost-effective performance of duties.
• Timely completion and accuracy of all departmental work.
• Be able to work closely and harmoniously with other employees.
• Able to deal with a variety of people in a professional, courteous manner in diversified situations.
• Must be compliant with company standard operating procedures and personnel policies and procedures.
• Working independently with minimum supervision.
• Having the ability to work well under pressure.
• Has authority to contact or respond to craftsmen, supervisors, and customers for input or clarification on specific problems.
• Has authority to perform all tasks/functions required to accomplish assigned duties in accordance with the ISS Contract and Corporate Procedures.
• Valid State Driver's License
• Meet requirements for: pre-employment physical, drug screening, background check, and MVR check (MVR points are subject to company policy)
• Obtain and maintain Common Access Card (CAC) and National Agency Check (NAC) as required by contract.
• Possess a demonstrated experience in resource coordination and familiarity with broad range of multi-function government installation maintenance activities supporting critical missions.

ABOUT APTIM

APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and natural world, and creating a more inclusive and equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our communities. We specialize in environmental, resilience, and sustainability and energy solutions, as well as technical and data solutions, program management, and critical infrastructure. For every challenge our clients face, there is an opportunity for APTIM to innovate a fit-for-purpose solution that will raise your organization or community to a new standard of excellence.

What you can expect from APTIM:

• Work that is worthy of your time and talent
• Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
• Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
• A voice in making our company better
• Investment into your personal and professional development

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $39.05. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.

Employee Benefits

Aptim Federal Craft Services, LLC

is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace .

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and 10+ carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here: APTIM 2025 401(k) Plan Features (makeityoursource.com)
• APTIM - Helpful Documents
• APTIM 2025 401(k) Plan Features
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)

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