Jacobs
Senior Water/Wastewater Operations & Maintenance Cost Estimator
Jacobs, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
At Jacobs, we don't settle - always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We apply our expertise and knowledge as we look into the future with great optimism and focus. We don't settle until we give our best and know that we're making a difference.
Jacobs is seeking a Senior Water/Wastewater Operations & Maintenance Cost Estimator to join our Operations Management & Facilities Services business. In this role, you will serve as a leader and technical expert in estimating, creating budgets, and developing pricing strategies for long-term Operations & Maintenance (O&M) programs in the water and wastewater sector.
This hybrid position allows you to work from home with periodic travel to client sites and Jacobs offices. The ideal candidate will be located near a major airport in the United States to support projects across the Operations Management & Facilities Services business.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the owner and developer of estimating tool kits and cost models for water/wastewater O&M projects
Produce comprehensive estimating plans for pursuit opportunities
Develop comprehensive cost estimates for water and wastewater O&M projects, including detailed analysis of the "big five" cost categories: people/staffing, power, chemicals, maintenance, and
sludge/residuals management
Review and interpret solicitation documents, including RFPs, draft service agreements, and contracts to ensure accurate estimate development
Create "apples to apples" comparisons between incumbent operating costs and proposed costs, requiring thorough review of existing agreements and financial information
Develop innovative approaches to operations and maintenance with a focus on cost efficiency ("build the better mouth strap")
Identify risk areas in estimate development and participate in mitigation planning
Organize and structure effective meetings with pursuit teams to gather information and present findings
Produce effective PowerPoint presentations that summarize cost, price, and risk assessments for senior leadership
Demonstrate knowledge of the competitive market space, including bidding strategies and common win themes
Ensure consistency between project estimates, project breakdown frameworks, and project schedules
Estimate costs and cumulative impacts of proposed design or construction changes
Support procurement by analyzing subcontractor pricing to determine fair and reasonable costs
Collaborate with business group managers, principal estimators, project/construction managers, and project teams
Apply knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards to estimate development
Research and analyze market trends affecting operational costs in the water/wastewater sector
Present and defend estimates to internal stakeholders and clients
Mentor junior estimators and share technical knowledge
*Our ideal candidate is someone that is either a current/former O&M estimator, a current/former project manager or above (area/geographic manager), or an O&M/ technical/ Operations Specialist who has extensive experience supporting O&M projects.
*We are open to location anywhere in the United States that is near a major airport with this being a hybrid position working from home and onsite and will support projects across the Operations Management & Facilities Services business.
Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we'll help you grow what drives you - and deliver the world's most challenging Construction Management projects, together.
#omfs #bia #ourjacobs #challengeaccepted
Bachelor's degree in engineering (or equivalent) and/or mid/high level utility operator certifications
Minimum five (5) years of progressive experience in water and/or wastewater utility services
Professional project experience with operation and maintenance of water/wastewater utilities
Demonstrated experience developing comprehensive O&M cost estimates for water/wastewater facilities
Deep technical understanding of previous job experience in the water/wastewater field
Strong knowledge of water/wastewater treatment processes, equipment, and operations
Excellent Microsoft Excel skills for complex cost modeling and analysis
Excellent communication skills with ability to organize and structure meetings with pursuit teams
Ability to produce effective PowerPoint presentations geared toward summarizing cost, price, and risk to senior leadership
Knowledge of the competitive market space, bidding strategies, and common win themes
Ability to review and understand solicitation documents, including RFPs and draft service contracts
Capacity for independent learning and curiosity about all aspects of our business and marketplace
Proficiency in cost estimating techniques and methodologies for O&M projects
Ability to travel 25% of the time
Valid passport
Valid driver's license with no major infractions
Ideally, You'll Also Have
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Ten (10) years of experience in the municipal O&M market
O&M project delivery experience in startups/commissioning, and/or technical support experience
Operator certification(s) and/or direct on-site experience managing, operating, maintaining, and optimizing utility infrastructure
Demonstrated knowledge and curiosity about the "big five" cost categories in our business (people/staffing, power, chemicals, maintenance, and sludge/residuals)
Understanding of procurement processes, particularly for chemicals and other operational materials, including cost implications and risk profiles
Ability to create innovative approaches to operations and maintenance with a focus on cost efficiency
Proven capability to produce "apples to apples" comparisons between incumbent operating costs and proposed solutions
Detail-oriented with demonstrated ability to produce accurate estimates
Commercial experience within the municipal services outsourcing market
Extensive knowledge of methods to reduce utility operating costs through efficiency in energy consumption, chemical addition, staffing strategies, solids disposal, etc.
Experience with estimating software and cost databases specific to water/wastewater operations
Knowledge of contract structures and pricing strategies for O&M contracts
Commitment to being a continuous learner and student of our company, operations, and industry
Physical Requirements
Ability to work in an office environment and occasionally in water/wastewater treatment facilities
May require walking through treatment plants and field sites
May require climbing stairs and ladders during site visits
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment during site visits
What We Offer
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Career development and advancement opportunities
Collaborative and innovative work environment
Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful water/wastewater projects
Work-life balance with hybrid work arrangement
Professional development and training support
Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.
Jacobs is seeking a Senior Water/Wastewater Operations & Maintenance Cost Estimator to join our Operations Management & Facilities Services business. In this role, you will serve as a leader and technical expert in estimating, creating budgets, and developing pricing strategies for long-term Operations & Maintenance (O&M) programs in the water and wastewater sector.
This hybrid position allows you to work from home with periodic travel to client sites and Jacobs offices. The ideal candidate will be located near a major airport in the United States to support projects across the Operations Management & Facilities Services business.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the owner and developer of estimating tool kits and cost models for water/wastewater O&M projects
Produce comprehensive estimating plans for pursuit opportunities
Develop comprehensive cost estimates for water and wastewater O&M projects, including detailed analysis of the "big five" cost categories: people/staffing, power, chemicals, maintenance, and
sludge/residuals management
Review and interpret solicitation documents, including RFPs, draft service agreements, and contracts to ensure accurate estimate development
Create "apples to apples" comparisons between incumbent operating costs and proposed costs, requiring thorough review of existing agreements and financial information
Develop innovative approaches to operations and maintenance with a focus on cost efficiency ("build the better mouth strap")
Identify risk areas in estimate development and participate in mitigation planning
Organize and structure effective meetings with pursuit teams to gather information and present findings
Produce effective PowerPoint presentations that summarize cost, price, and risk assessments for senior leadership
Demonstrate knowledge of the competitive market space, including bidding strategies and common win themes
Ensure consistency between project estimates, project breakdown frameworks, and project schedules
Estimate costs and cumulative impacts of proposed design or construction changes
Support procurement by analyzing subcontractor pricing to determine fair and reasonable costs
Collaborate with business group managers, principal estimators, project/construction managers, and project teams
Apply knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards to estimate development
Research and analyze market trends affecting operational costs in the water/wastewater sector
Present and defend estimates to internal stakeholders and clients
Mentor junior estimators and share technical knowledge
*Our ideal candidate is someone that is either a current/former O&M estimator, a current/former project manager or above (area/geographic manager), or an O&M/ technical/ Operations Specialist who has extensive experience supporting O&M projects.
*We are open to location anywhere in the United States that is near a major airport with this being a hybrid position working from home and onsite and will support projects across the Operations Management & Facilities Services business.
Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we'll help you grow what drives you - and deliver the world's most challenging Construction Management projects, together.
#omfs #bia #ourjacobs #challengeaccepted
Bachelor's degree in engineering (or equivalent) and/or mid/high level utility operator certifications
Minimum five (5) years of progressive experience in water and/or wastewater utility services
Professional project experience with operation and maintenance of water/wastewater utilities
Demonstrated experience developing comprehensive O&M cost estimates for water/wastewater facilities
Deep technical understanding of previous job experience in the water/wastewater field
Strong knowledge of water/wastewater treatment processes, equipment, and operations
Excellent Microsoft Excel skills for complex cost modeling and analysis
Excellent communication skills with ability to organize and structure meetings with pursuit teams
Ability to produce effective PowerPoint presentations geared toward summarizing cost, price, and risk to senior leadership
Knowledge of the competitive market space, bidding strategies, and common win themes
Ability to review and understand solicitation documents, including RFPs and draft service contracts
Capacity for independent learning and curiosity about all aspects of our business and marketplace
Proficiency in cost estimating techniques and methodologies for O&M projects
Ability to travel 25% of the time
Valid passport
Valid driver's license with no major infractions
Ideally, You'll Also Have
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Ten (10) years of experience in the municipal O&M market
O&M project delivery experience in startups/commissioning, and/or technical support experience
Operator certification(s) and/or direct on-site experience managing, operating, maintaining, and optimizing utility infrastructure
Demonstrated knowledge and curiosity about the "big five" cost categories in our business (people/staffing, power, chemicals, maintenance, and sludge/residuals)
Understanding of procurement processes, particularly for chemicals and other operational materials, including cost implications and risk profiles
Ability to create innovative approaches to operations and maintenance with a focus on cost efficiency
Proven capability to produce "apples to apples" comparisons between incumbent operating costs and proposed solutions
Detail-oriented with demonstrated ability to produce accurate estimates
Commercial experience within the municipal services outsourcing market
Extensive knowledge of methods to reduce utility operating costs through efficiency in energy consumption, chemical addition, staffing strategies, solids disposal, etc.
Experience with estimating software and cost databases specific to water/wastewater operations
Knowledge of contract structures and pricing strategies for O&M contracts
Commitment to being a continuous learner and student of our company, operations, and industry
Physical Requirements
Ability to work in an office environment and occasionally in water/wastewater treatment facilities
May require walking through treatment plants and field sites
May require climbing stairs and ladders during site visits
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment during site visits
What We Offer
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Career development and advancement opportunities
Collaborative and innovative work environment
Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful water/wastewater projects
Work-life balance with hybrid work arrangement
Professional development and training support
Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.