Kforce has a client that is seeking a Project Estimator in Camden, NJ. Specific Areas of Responsibility: * Project Estimator will participate in proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration and customer contact activities to enable proper contract acquisition * Provide support to senior stakeholders regarding contractual and business issues * Act as the primary interface with customers during proposal phase, negotiations, and contract performance * Work well as a member of the cross-business team (CBT - Finance, Legal, HR, and Project teams) and foster teamwork with both external and internal customers * Handle several assignments concurrently while maintaining schedule deadlines * Understand the project/program and its requirements * Determine key variables for cost and other estimates * Gather first-hand information from sites, warehouses, or other venues * Conduct research to obtain data on labor costs, materials, production times, etc. * Use software for data analysis, forecasting and budgeting * Obtain and review offers and quotes by subcontractors or vendors * Perform risk analysis * Create and submit estimate reports or bids to appropriate persons (project managers, clients, bidding competitions, etc.) * Build relationships with key vendors (subcontractors, suppliers, engineers, etc.) * Provide consultation on planning (schedules, manpower needs, etc.)