CVN Planner / Estimator

Company: ManTech International Corporation
Location: Norfolk
Posted on: September 17, 2022

Job Description:

Where applicable, confirmation that you meet customer requirements for facility access which may include proof of vaccination and/or attestation and testing, unless an accommodation has been approved. Secure our Nation, Ignite your Future The candidate is responsible to provide the necessary services of a Planner/Estimator (P&E) to accomplish repairs, installations, and alterations to ships and craft in a maritime environment. All systems and equipment's aboard ships and marine craft are included, except nuclear power plants. As Planner/Estimator you will be responsible for the planning/estimating of Repair Items and Ship Alterations including work definition, material identification and cost using drawings, technical documents, NAVSEA Standard Items. Responsible for correct formatting of Work Items and Estimates in accordance with published directives. JOB DUTIES: - Duties include taking all ship's force, Alteration Installation Team (AIT), and shipyard work, including service and repair routines, modernization and preventative maintenance actions, and presenting as work requirement statements at the SWLIN and Line Item level. This is currently recognized as the prime function of the Planning Activity organization, and ultimately results in the development and issue of availability specific, integrated specification work package. Provides detailed cost estimates, to the paragraph and trade level, for developed work specifications and new work written by planners. Maintains and manages cost estimating guide. Conducts ship checks to validate repair/alteration information. - Planner/Estimator will produce estimates, based upon ship checks as feasible, for all solicitations assigned. Upon award the Planner/Estimator will conduct the development of schedules and material procurement lists for all tasks assigned by the Director. Information and data (e.g. government work specifications, drawings, material lists, SARs, technical manuals, MACHALT Instructions, etc.), upon which to initiate planning and estimating efforts, will be obtained as required. Planning will be conducted in a timely manner, so that the Production Manager, Field, Shop, and Facilities Managers can effectively program resource requirements and commitments. - Thoroughly review all work specifications and applicable reference materials to ensure a complete and accurate understanding of work scope requirements. Site visits and liaison with requesting activity representatives and other members as necessary will be conducted to further understand work scope. Estimates will be through, fully supported and documented using estimate work sheets. Work sheets, material and subcontractor quotations and other reference materials will be maintained in a neat and orderly manner by work specification for easy reference and review. - Estimates shall be completed in accordance with advance planning milestones established to allow for orderly reviews, briefings and preparation of all necessary documents for bid submission. Prepare fixed price bid estimated by using man-hour labor, by skill/trade area and quotes. - Assist Program and Project Managers with Planning and Estimating Surface Alterations, Repair or Fleet Modernization projects. - Analyzes blue prints, drawing packages, and other documentation to prepare time, labor and material estimates for both shop and shipboard efforts. - Prepares comparative estimates as a basis for selecting qualified subcontractors. - Ability to read and interpret ship installation drawings, installation specifications and NAVSEA Standard Items is a must. - Responsible for correct formatting of Work Items in accordance with published directives (NAVSEA Standard Items, JFMM Appendix 4-E). Possess knowledge of Ship's Hull and Structural Systems with a well-rounded overall understanding of ship repair and modernization with respect to trade disciplines required to support work item development. A thorough understanding and familiarity with NAVSEA Standard Items, GSO, NSTM and Blueprints is required. - Responsible for the development of properly formatted 4E specifications/work items containing all required technical information and production information, by conducting ship-checks when necessary and review of applicable ship system drawings, blueprints and technical publications to gather necessary information for input into the Navy Maintenance Database (NMD) for subsequent review and approval by Government representatives - Responsibilities include taking all ship's force, Alteration Installation Team (AIT), and shipyard work, including service and repair routines, modernization and preventative maintenance actions, and presenting as work requirement statements at the SWLIN and Line Item level. - Provide detailed cost estimates, to the paragraph and trade level, for developed work specifications and new work written by planners. - Maintain and manage the cost estimating guide. - Candidate will also be responsible for quality review of planning products to ensure comprehensive definition of all aspects of the work request; including boundaries, scope, interferences, technical requirements, quality assurance requirements, material cost and ordering specifications, definition of trade skills necessary and detailed material and man hour cost estimates. - Applicant will be required to review engineering design plans, design concepts and proposals for adequacy, test specifications and fabrication and installation methods and processes. - This position requires a thorough understanding of the Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM), ship repair planning and estimating requirements, U.S. Navy surface ship maintenance and modernization planning processes, use of the Navy Maintenance Database and use of the Validation, Screening and Brokering (VSB) automated information system. - Requires knowledge of Hull and Ship Systems with a well-rounded overall understanding of ship repair and modernization with trade disciplines required to support work item development. JOB REQUIREMENTS SKILLSETS: - Must be familiar with working in a SUPSHIP/Naval shipyard environment including both planning and engineering organization. - Experience with Navy Maintenance Database (NMD-R) recommended. - U.S. Navy surface ship experience preferred. - Windows operating system environment as well as familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. - Ability to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs. - Ability to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces. - Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States. - Qualified candidates must have 3-10 or more years' experience developing production Planning documents and estimates for work executed on US Navy, Coast Guard, Army, or MSC Ships. Should have experience with JFMM 4E requirements. EDUCATION: - A Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering or science field, or ten years of experience in the Naval Marine Engineering field holding responsible engineering related positions, plus successful completion of Naval schools such as the Naval Academy, a Merchant Marine Academy, or Military Class "A" or "C" school, which together with the experience will give the equivalency of a BS degree. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS: - Must meet and maintain eligibility for U.S. Secret Clearance and be able to access military facilities, naval shipyards, and private shipyards. - Applicant will be subject to a security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain a security clearance issued by the US Government. In addition to the security clearance, this position requires CAC and additional background screening for base access. - Due to ITAR compliance, only U.S. Persons as defined by the ITAR regulations will be considered (ITAR- International Traffic in Arms Regulations). One must have good written communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills. Ability to follow directions is a must. Applicants must be able to work well alone and as part of a team. Please note many of our positions require the ability to obtain/maintain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, candidates who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. ManTech may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone. ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with ManTech through its online applicant system, please contact ManTech's Corporate EEO Department at (703) 218-6000. ManTech is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer - minorities, females, disabled and protected veterans are urged to apply. ManTech's utilization of any external recruitment or job placement agency is predicated upon its full compliance with our equal opportunity/affirmative action policies. ManTech does not accept resumes from unsolicited recruiting firms. We pay no fees for unsolicited services. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability.

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