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Planner/Estimator - Military Veterans

at General Dynamics

Responsibilities for this Position

Planner/Estimator

Date: Jan 31, 2025

Location: Bremerton, WA, US, 98337

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com

Shift: ALL
Security Clearance: No Clearance

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PURPOSE (Job Description)

Reviews Automated Work Requests (AWRs) and writes specifications and changes for work items. Develops detailed accurate labor and material estimates for shipboard/shop work and repairs to be accomplished on Government and Commercial vessels using drawings and specifications and on-site ship checks for interference and access problems. Solicits and evaluates subcontractor price quotations.

POSITION DEMANDS (Education/Training)

Typically has a BA/BS in a related field, or AA/AS plus two (2) years directly related experience, or six (6) years directly related experience.

POSITION DEMANDS (Required Experience)

  • Must be familiar with working in a navy ship repair environment.
  • Knowledge of shipboard nomenclature. Experience and knowledge of shipboard systems, equipment, spaces, configuration, as well as labor and material costs necessary to perform repairs, upgrades, alterations and maintenance to same.
  • Make decision concerning interpretation of work item specifications. Write inquiries to customers, as required, for clarification of requirements.
  • Must possess expert ability to effectively communicate with other disciplines or groups and resolve planning conflicts.
  • Must possess the ability to read drawings, blueprints, standard items, and specifications of work items.
  • Must have a working Knowledge of Navy Maintenance Database (NMD) Planning and Execution Modules.
  • Track on-going work and repairs for feedback of material and man-hour estimating effort using all cost reports and purchase order data available, plus on-site observations and direct interface with key production personnel. Able to retrieve data from computer and from archives.
  • Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Use computer to store and retrieve information to aid in preparing labor, subcontractor and material cost estimates. Able to access the system and work with various programs in order to assist with development of the estimate into a proper bid format.
  • Work may require assignment to offsite locations.
  • Availability to work extended and weekend hours as needed.


  • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    X

    Carrying

    X

    Lifting

    X

    Walking

    X

    Climbing

    Pulling

    X

    Must be able to go on vessels

    X

    Crawling

    X

    Sitting

    X

    Visual Requirements:

    X

    Crouching

    X

    Standing

    X

    Hearing

    Stooping

    Other:

    X

    Kneeling

    X

    Talking

    WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

    Reports to the Planning and Estimating Manager and interfaces with Production Management, Scheduling, Supply Chain Management, Contracts, and the customer. Will be informed of priorities and allowed to schedule work as necessary to complete requires tasks within guidelines provided by the Department Manager. This position has no direct reports.

    PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Create NMD availabilities, Work Specifications, and Estimates.
  • Use expertise, experience, and all data available to develop, issue and distribute assigned planning documents, procedures and work items in accordance with all applicable instructions and directives.
  • Develop a comprehensive estimate of costs that will provide the Company with all necessary costs and information needed to perform the job.
  • Participate in job site inspections and ship checks to verify technical information.
  • Identification of all cost elements necessary for execution of work requirements including production trade man-hours, subcontracts, rentals and materials.
  • Prepare requisitions for subcontracts, rentals and material to support proposal pricing.
  • Interface with Subcontracts Group to resolve technical and schedule issues with subcontractors.
  • Prepare work breakdown structures to support proposal submittals and negotiations.
  • Establish execution approach for work requirements with project and production management.
  • Work closely with Production and Schedulers to ensure all information is represented appropriately to produce an integrated schedule.
  • Resolution of technical and schedule issues with contracts, project and production management.
  • Awareness of NASSCOs Standards and Business Conduct and abide by the instructions and guidelines set forth in the standard.


  • ACCOUNTABILITY


    Accurate, timely and complete work specifications and estimates in support of execution.

    STANDARD EQUIPMENT ISSUE

    Cell Phone, Desktop Computer, Dual Monitor, CAC or Smart Card Reader.

    UNIQUE/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

    Must be willing to travel and have reliable transportation. Onsite attendance required. Must have reliable record of attendance and punctuality and be available for overtime as required. Must be able to gain access to all private and government work locations and or vessels. Must be able to physically transit all areas of the facility. Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects or controls, and to talk and hear. Must have good eye/hand coordination. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must be familiar with working in a naval-ship-work-environment and be able to go aboard marine vessels and the drydock, climb ladders, work in tanks and confined spaces, and wear personal protective equipment. These areas can be dirty, dusty, hot or cold, and noisy.

    Pay Range: $34.00 - $44.50 Hourly

    The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity. At NASSCO Bremerton we anticipate making salary offers between the minimum and midpoint of salary range. Offers will be based on experience, abilities, and knowledge similar to the NASSCO Job being applied for NASSCO employees performing similar work.

    As a NASSCO team member, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Additionally, NASSCO employees earn paid vacation from date of hire, accrued at 2.31 hours for every week worked, seven paid holidays, and one personal day per year. Team members participating in a 401(k) retirement plan will receive a 6% match on a 6% enrollment election. Additionally, we offer tuition and training reimbursement(s).

    General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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    Nearest Major Market: Tacoma Nearest Secondary Market: Seattle

    Job Segment: Estimator, Security Clearance, Defense, Military, Supply Chain Manager, Finance, Government, Operations

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    Bremerton, WA

    General Dynamics

    General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.

    Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.

    General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.

    Who We Are Looking For 

    General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization.  We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.

    Should I Apply?

    At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!

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