Cost Estimator for Government Janitorial, Food, and Security RFPs

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Job Summary This Team member will be responsible for assisting in preparing the cost estimation for bids primarily in food, janitorial and security guard services. Job Duties will include: Preparing pricing by reviewing proposal requirements, collecting the necessary pricing-related information, and collaborating with the Operations department to create the most accurate cost estimation. Identifies labor, material, and time requirements by studying the past bids and the current available data. Computes costs by analyzing labor, material, and time requirements. This role would work closely with trade specific subject matter experts in Food Service, Janitorial in order to determine labor and supply requirements. • Meet with the internal teams and clients to discuss the scope and scale of the bid • Gather information on labor, material and other financial factors like taxes, insurances, etc. • Identify factors affecting costs, such as production time, materials, and labor • Collaborate with the internal team for the operational input needed for the specific services • Consult with the other departments to collect the most current and accurate data • Calculate cost estimates • Recommend ways to reduce costs • Maintain records of the cost estimation and the process • Prepare and present the cost estimates to the internal team and clients • Review past cost estimations and the current financial data to analyze for best pricing Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. • Requires a minimum of 1 year cost estimation and/or accounting experience • Experience in a food/janitorial/security staffing preferred but not required. • Advanced competency in Excel • Strong business acumen, organizational skills and attention to detail

Keyword: Business Consulting

Price: $30.0

Financial Analysis Microsoft Excel Data Entry Estimator Cost Analysis Critical Thinking Skills