The Nuclear Company
Cost Estimator
Columbia, SC or Washington, DC
Sponsorship not specified$121k-$143kDetected 6 days ago
Machine LearningData AnalysisProcurementUnityCommunicationCollaboration
About the role
- The Estimator is a key participant in project development and the successful capture of business for TNC.
- The successful candidate will be familiar with the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE) and their recommended practices related to the development of cost estimates.
Responsibilities
- Estimate Development: Given a scope of work, the estimator will work with key stakeholders to develop an estimate aligned with the requisite AACE classifications appropriate for the phase of the project
- Create a Basis of Estimate: In support of the estimate, the BOE shall provide enough information a reasonable individual can reach the same outcome
- Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Alignment: Collaborate with engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning & testing, regulatory, and project controls teams to collect inputs to support estimate development
- Estimating Software & Database Management: Utilize industry-standard estimating platforms (e.g., HCSS HeavyBid, InEight Estimate, Sage Estimating, or CostOS ) to develop, organize, and maintain detailed cost estimates with traceable line items, historical benchmarking, and parametric modeling capabilities
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Requirements
- Proficiency with estimating software and cost databases (e.g., InEight, CostOS, RSMeans, or equivalent) for developing and maintaining structured, auditable cost estimates
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
- 10+ years of experience in project controls
- 5+ years of experience as an estimator on large project
- Strong understanding of project lifecycle and work breakdown structures
- Proficiency with estimating software and cost databases for developing and maintaining structured, auditable cost estimates
Nice to have
- Experience in the nuclear energy, power generation, or highly regulated industry
- Familiarity with earned value management, risk analysis, and cost-schedule integration
- PMP or PMI-SP certification a plus
- Experience working in a startup or high-growth environment
Compensation
- Estimated Starting Salary Range
- The estimated starting salary range for this role is $121,000 - $143,000 annually less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on a bi-weekly basis.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision plans
- Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
Equal opportunity
- equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an environment of inclusion in the workplace.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Export Control
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