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Position Summary
The Cost Estimator is responsible for developing accurate cost estimates and financial models that support bid and proposal activities across Franklin Energy. Working closely with the Principal Cost Estimator and cross-functional teams including Business Development, Client Delivery, Finance, Engineering, Product Solutions, and Strategy, this role develops pricing models, analyzes cost inputs, and supports competitive pricing strategies for new business opportunities.
The Cost Estimator plays a key role in ensuring proposals are financially sound, data-driven, and aligned with organizational goals. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders to gather inputs, evaluate assumptions, and deliver clear and accurate cost estimates within tight proposal timelines.
This role also contributes to maintaining estimating tools, analyzing historical proposal data, and identifying opportunities to improve pricing accuracy and estimating efficiency.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.
- Develop cost estimates and pricing models for proposals and new business opportunities.
- Collaborate with Business Development, Client Delivery, Engineering, Product Solutions, and Finance teams to gather cost inputs and validate assumptions.
- Build and maintain detailed financial models and pricing templates that support proposal development.
- Analyze labor, operational, and program cost drivers to ensure accurate and competitive pricing.
- Support the development of price-to-win strategies through financial modeling and scenario analysis.
- Review proposal inputs to ensure cost assumptions are reasonable, consistent, and aligned with program requirements.
- Maintain documentation and version control for pricing models and supporting analysis.
- Analyze historical bid data and pricing trends to inform future estimating efforts.
- Assist in the development and refinement of standardized estimating tools and templates.
- Support reporting and analysis related to proposal performance, pricing accuracy, and estimating trends.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives to streamline estimating workflows and improve data quality.
- Provide financial analysis and insights to support proposal teams and leadership decision-making.
Position Requirements
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, Business Analytics, or related field required.
- 3–5 years of experience in cost estimating, financial analysis, pricing, budgeting, or related analytical roles.
- Experience supporting bid and proposal development processes preferred.
- Experience in energy, engineering, construction, consulting, government contracting, or infrastructure-related industries is a plus.
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
- Ability to analyze cost drivers and translate operational inputs into structured pricing models.
- High attention to detail and ability to ensure accuracy in complex financial models.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple proposal timelines simultaneously.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams across multiple departments.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to interpret financial data and provide actionable insights.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to team objectives.
- Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and respectful collaboration.
- Committed to diversity and inclusion
- Reliable transportation
Technical Skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Experience with PowerBI, financial modeling tools, or ERP systems preferred.
- Ability to work with data visualization or reporting tools is a plus.
Licenses & Certifications
- Valid driver’s license
Travel Requirements
- Willingness to travel up to 10%
Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
The above information describes the general duties and requirements necessary to perform the principle functions of the position. This shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the duties and requirements that may be necessary in this position.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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Bachelor’s degree required with 3–5 years in cost estimating, financial analysis, pricing, budgeting, or related roles; advanced Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency; valid driver’s license.
Key Responsibilities
- developing estimates
- building models
- analyzing costs
Skills & Tools
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Power BI, ERP systems
Job Details
- Category: Finance and Accounting
- Seniority: Mid Level
- Commitment: Full Time
- Workplace: Remote — United States
- Salary: USD 80,000 – 110,000 / year
- Languages: English
About Franklin Energy
An integrated clean energy provider delivering consulting, technology, and infrastructure solutions. — Industry: Utilities