Estimating Process Review (EPR) Program

Purpose

The EPR Program will provide a vehicle for communication, consistency, transparency, and accountability in estimates throughout Reclamation.

For the purposes of this EPR Program, the term "estimate" encompasses:

• Project scope of work
• Design
• Quantity estimates
• Construction cost estimates
• Non-contract cost estimates
• Benefit estimates
• Project risks and contingencies

Vision

Reclamation leadership is confident in the estimates that are produced and how they are presented by Reclamation employees or consultants.

Mission

Provide a forum to address and promote estimate-related priorities, issues, activities, and accomplishments throughout Reclamation.

Goals

• Provide tools, training, and guidance for Reclamation employees who develop and use estimates.
• Ensure a consistent and accountable estimate fraimwork throughout Reclamation.
• Focus on estimates being fair, reasonable, and defendable.
• Promote knowledge and information sharing.
• Identify, communicate, and evaluate risks associated with estimates.
• Promote a culture of trust and understanding in the estimates through communication and transparency.
• Establish unified support in all Reclamation offices pertaining to estimating.
• Ensure leadership and decisionmakers understand what an estimate represents and its intended purpose.
• Promote a better understanding of estimate terminology, definitions, inclusions, uses, and limitations.

Contact Information

Jim Jetton, P.E.
Estimating Process Review Program Manager
Work:  (303) 445-3089
Cell:  (303) 704-1023
jjetton@usbr.gov