Planner/Estimator

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Job Title: Estimator / Planner – Facilities Support Services

Position Summary

The Estimator / Planner supports the planning, scheduling, estimating, and work control functions for Base Operations and Student Support Services at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Charleston, SC. This role is responsible for developing detailed scopes of work, cost estimates, and execution plans to ensure all services are performed in accordance with contract performance requirements, operational schedules, and mission needs.

The Estimator / Planner directly supports the Contractor Project Manager and Quality Control functions by ensuring work is properly planned, resourced, tracked, and documented across all functional areas including facilities maintenance, transportation, warehouse operations, dormitory services, and training support services.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted services across all contract functional areas

• Analyze work requirements and translate service requests into detailed, executable scopes of work

• Plan and schedule work in alignment with training schedules, facility usage, and mission priorities

• Coordinate planning activities across Student Support Services, transportation, warehouse operations, dorm services, and other base operations functions

• Implement and support work control procedures to ensure timely execution and tracking of all work requirements

• Track all work orders, service calls, and project activities to ensure compliance with contract timelines and performance standards

• Ensure material, labor, and equipment availability to meet scheduled work requirements

• Develop and maintain planning schedules that account for fluctuating workloads, training cycles, and operational demands

• Support development and execution of the Contractor Management Plan, including planning methodologies, procedures, and controls

• Provide planning input and documentation for bi-weekly performance evaluation meetings with Government representatives

• Generate detailed reports including workload status, cost tracking, inventory impacts, and performance metrics

• Support Quality Control by ensuring planned work aligns with contract specifications and inspection standards

• Coordinate with warehouse and supply operations to ensure proper forecasting and availability of materials and equipment

• Assist in inventory planning, tracking, and reporting to support operational readiness

• Ensure all planning activities align with performance-based contract requirements and desired outcomes

• Identify inefficiencies in operations and recommend process improvements to enhance productivity and service delivery

• Support contingency and disaster preparedness planning to ensure continuity of operations during emergencies

• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, Federal, State, and Local regulations)

• Maintain coordination with the Contracting Officer, COR, and Government stakeholders regarding planning, scheduling, and execution issues

• Support 24/7 operational requirements by adjusting plans and priorities as needed to meet mission demands

• Other duties as assigned by manager

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of recent (within the past 10 years) experience in estimating, planning, scheduling, or work control in facilities maintenance, logistics, or base operations environments

• Experience supporting Operations & Maintenance (O&M) or Base Operations Support (BOS) contracts preferred

Required Skills

• Strong cost estimating and analytical capabilities

• Ability to develop detailed scopes of work and resource-loaded schedules

• Proficiency in work order management systems and reporting tools

• Ability to input, track, and analyze operational data

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, mission-driven environment

• Attention to detail in planning, documentation, and reporting

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to coordinate across multiple departments and operational functions

Work Environment / Additional Requirements

• Must support a 24/7 operational environment with fluctuating workloads and schedules

• May be required to support planning during off-hours, surge operations, or emergency situations

• Must comply with all contract safety, environmental, and operational requirements

• Must maintain professional standards of conduct required for federal facilities

Salary Range - $65,000 to $75,000

DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.

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