Rion Turner
Hallowell
Summary
Highly analytical Lead Estimating Analyst and Army Veteran with an MBA and a track record of consistent professional advancement within defense shipbuilding at General Dynamics – Bath Iron Works. Expert in developing high-fidelity Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) models and complex discrete estimates for major Navy Planning Yard initiatives. Trusted QA auditor skilled in validating cost models, technical inputs, and assumptions for compliance with internal standards and Navy requirements. Proficient in leveraging advanced data systems (MACPAC, MS Access, Excel, JIRA) to optimize estimating workflows and mitigate financial risk.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Estimating Analyst III / Lead Estimator
GENERAL DYNAMICS – BATH IRON WORKS
Bath, ME
12.2021 - Current
- Estimating Governance & Auditing: Serve as a designated QA auditor within a select review team for 5 estimators; author foundational ROMs and rigorously validate cost models, inputs, and assumptions to ensure compliance with internal shipyard standards and Navy requirements.
- Stakeholder Management: Facilitate weekly cross-functional technical reviews with Engineering, Procurement, PMO, and Navy stakeholders to elicit cost drivers, track estimate-at-completion (EAC) variances, and ensure strict adherence to ship availability milestones.
- Workflow Optimization: Utilize JIRA to manage the estimating project pipeline, tracking workflow milestones and engineering handoffs to ensure the on-time delivery of major proposal packages.
- Estimating Analyst II | December 13, 2022 – April 4, 2024
- Data Analytics & Tools: Queried and analyzed historical shipbuilding metrics using MACPAC ERP and MS Access databases to establish high-fidelity cost baselines for major Planning Yard initiatives and complex new discrete estimates.
- Financial Modeling: Developed and optimized advanced, risk-adjusted parametric cost models in MS Excel incorporating regression analysis, labor learning curves, and material escalation factors to support strategic contract bidding.
- Proposal Support: Collaborated with senior estimating staff to gather engineering and procurement data inputs, converting technical specifications into reliable baseline cost models.
Office Specialist II – Licensing
STATE OF MAINE OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL & FINANCIAL REGULATION
Gardiner, ME
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Managed regulatory compliance and documentation processing for professional licensure, ensuring adherence to state statutes and department guidelines.
Mathematics Tutor
UNIVERSITY OF MAINE AT AUGUSTA
Augusta, ME
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Provided quantitative and deductive instructional support to undergraduate students in college-level mathematics, algebra, and statistical methodologies.
- (Concurrent with Undergraduate Studies)
Regional Food & Beverage Manager
ADINA APARTMENT HOTELS
Berlin, Germany
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Directed regional food and beverage operations, inventory controls, and financial performance across multiple properties; managed budgets and operational logistics.
Fine Dining & Hospitality Operations Roles
VARIOUS LUXURY HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
Germany
01.2001 - 01.2010
- Progressed through key operational and supervisory roles including Commis de Rang, Bar Manager, and Restaurant Manager/Supervisor.
- Managed service staff, optimized guest experiences, and supervised day-to-day dining room and lounge operations.
Field Artillery Crewmember (MLRS)
UNITED STATES ARMY
1994 - 1999
- Served honorably on active duty as an artillery crewmember.
- Operated and maintained the highly sophisticated, computerized Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) platform under strict operational and safety protocols.
Education
Ausbildereignungsprüfung (AEVO) – Certified Workforce Trainer & Instructor -
INDUSTRIE- UND HANDELSKAMMER (IHK)
GermanyMaster of Business Administration (MBA) - undefined
UNIVERSITY OF MAINE
Orono, ME05.2024
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) - undefined
UNIVERSITY OF MAINE AT AUGUSTA
Augusta, ME05.2020
Skills
- Cost Estimating: Parametric Estimating, Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) Development, Discrete Estimating, Life-Cycle Cost Analysis, Risk & Uncertainty Mitigation
- Software & Systems: MACPAC (ERP), MS Access, MS Excel (Advanced Modeling), JIRA, Project Management Workflow Tools
- Compliance: Defense Acquisition Standards, Quality Assurance Auditing, Technical Input Validation
TECHNICAL SKILLS & LANGUAGES
Languages: German (Fluent)
Timeline
Estimating Analyst III / Lead Estimator
GENERAL DYNAMICS – BATH IRON WORKS
12.2021 - Current
Office Specialist II – Licensing
STATE OF MAINE OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL & FINANCIAL REGULATION
01.2018 - 01.2022
Mathematics Tutor
UNIVERSITY OF MAINE AT AUGUSTA
01.2017 - 01.2020
Regional Food & Beverage Manager
ADINA APARTMENT HOTELS
01.2010 - 01.2015
Fine Dining & Hospitality Operations Roles
VARIOUS LUXURY HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
01.2001 - 01.2010
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - undefined
UNIVERSITY OF MAINE
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) - undefined
UNIVERSITY OF MAINE AT AUGUSTA
Field Artillery Crewmember (MLRS)
UNITED STATES ARMY
1994 - 1999
Ausbildereignungsprüfung (AEVO) – Certified Workforce Trainer & Instructor -
INDUSTRIE- UND HANDELSKAMMER (IHK)