APX Estimating Lead

Westinghouse Electric Company; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 116,800 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical benefits

Wellness Programs

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacations and Company Holidays

Flexible Work Arrangements

Educational Reimbursement

Global Recognition Programs

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking an Estimating Lead to oversee project cost estimates and support the APX delivery team. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and five years of progressive experience in cost estimating, responsible for developing high-quality project pricing.

The successful candidate will work in a hybrid capacity from Cranberry Township, USA, contributing to significant projects while ensuring compliance and accuracy in estimating processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive cost/price estimating experience required.
• Fluent English language proficiency in written and verbal communication.
• Experience in facilitating discussions and delivering results.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of project cost and pricing estimates.
• Accountable for cost estimating throughout project phases.
• Review solicitations and collaborate with teams on estimating requirements.
• Develop cost models and Basis of Estimates for proposals.
• Implement standard estimating processes and documentation.

Skills

Cost/Price Estimating

Stakeholder Engagement

Analytical Skills

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role

As an Estimating Lead - you will support APX delivery by leading the development of high-quality, compliant project cost and pricing estimates for proposals and contracts. You will oversee major elements of the estimate, provide input to and support consolidation of detailed Basis of Estimate (BOE) documentation, and ensure understanding across technical, schedule, risk and financial inputs.

You will play a critical role in standardization and continuous improvement within the APX Project & Portfolio Planning organization.

You will report to the Manager, APX Cost Estimating, and work in the US Cranberry Woods or Spain Madrid offices and work in a hybrid capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Accountable for cost and price estimating for projects from Feasibility Studies through FEEDs and EPCs.
• Provide estimate integration leadership during proposal development, fact finding/negotiation, governance and contract award, ensuring clean turnover to execution.
• Review solicitations and collaborate with proposal functional input teams and PMs on estimating requirements and strategy.
• Develop cost models and Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for RFPs, proposals, and task orders.
• Align with Project Delivery & Commercial Integration teams on resource demand, scope, risk, and schedule inputs: coordinate cost volumes and support narrative development, ensuring understanding between technical and cost content.
• Implement and maintain standard estimating processes, documentation, independent reviews, and audit readiness. Implement process improvements to lead consistency and efficiency.
• Support team internal expertise and best practices for estimating.
• Analyze historical cost data and trends to improve estimate accuracy, efficiency and support challenge reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, construction management, engineering, project management or a related discipline. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• 5+ years of progressive cost/price estimating experience.
• Experienced at facilitating discussions, building agreement, and delivering results through stakeholder engagement.
• We require fluent English language proficiency (written and verbal).

The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be 116,800 to 146,000 per year.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options.
• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members.
• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement.
• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays.
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance.
• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers.
• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service.
• Employee Referral Program.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.