What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations/Project Management - Business Analyst II. position at VARITE INC?
VARITE is looking for a qualified Operations/Project Management - Business Analyst II - 100% Remote
What does the client do?
Global technology company known for its comprehensive range of software, cloud solutions, and hardware products. The company serves industries ranging from finance and healthcare to telecommunications and retail, providing integrated solutions that help organizations streamline operations, improve efficiency, and scale their businesses.
What do we do?
Established in the Year 2000, VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850 global consultants, VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific, engineering, technical, and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.
Job Title: Operations/Project Management - Business Analyst II.
Job ID: 31843-1
Location: Portland, OR (Remote)
Duration: 12 months
Work Mode: Remote
Pay Range: $80/hr - $90/hr
Job Description: POSTION IS REMOTE
Key Responsibilities
- Develop low voltage electrical estimates for data centre fit-out scopes (structured cabling, pathways, racks, containment, and associated systems)
- Review and validate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and translate them into detailed labour hour build-ups, productivity assumptions, and fully developed cost estimates
- Build parametric and conceptual cost models using limited inputs, including unit-based approaches (e.g., $/rack, $/MW, $/LF, $/port)
- Develop estimate line items, assumptions, and cost build-ups to support Class 4 and Class 5 estimates within a P70 contingency range
- Operate effectively in early-stage or incomplete design environments, developing estimates from minimal information
Commercial & Contractor Engagement
- Review, level, and analyse GC and subcontractor bids/proposals
- Develop and defend "should-cost” positions using internal models and benchmarks
- Challenge labour assumptions, productivity rates, and markups
- Identify scope gaps, overlaps, and inefficiencies in contractor pricing
- Support or lead commercial negotiations to drive competitive and transparent outcomes
- Ways of Working (Critical)
- Comfortable operating in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
- Able to identify missing information, chase down inputs, and progress work independently
- Takes ownership of estimates from start to finish, including assumption validation and stakeholder coordination
- Works with limited oversight and high accountability
Expected Deliverables
- Labor-driven estimates based on BOMs
- Parametric and conceptual cost models
- Bid levelling and comparative analyses
- "Should-cost” models to support negotiations
- Assumptions logs, risk assessments, and contingency recommendations
- Clear, executive-ready cost summaries
- 5-10 years of experience in electrical estimating, with a focus on low voltage systems
- Proven experience in data centre or mission-critical fit-out projects
- Strong capability in BOM-based estimating and labour build-ups, parametric modelling with limited design input, and negotiating with contractors and subcontractors
- Solid understanding of low voltage installation methods, labour productivity, contractor pricing structures, and market dynamics
- Advanced proficiency in Excel-based cost modelling
- Strong communication and influencing skills
Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Eligible employees may receive:
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan
Legal Service Plans - Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation
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VARITE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Salary : $80 - $90