Lead Project Estimator: Energy & Utilities

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 125,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid vacations

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC and its WECTEC Staffing Services division seek a Lead Project Estimator for a 1-year contract (W-2). You will develop detailed cost estimates for multiple projects, lead pricing models, and drive value engineering with cross-functional teams.

Based in the Juno Beach corporate office with occasional site visits, this role requires a background in conceptual engineering, project design, and collaboration with engineering, procurement, and construction teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project estimating.
• Experience in utility-scale energy projects, including renewable energy, power generation, and transmission infrastructure.
• Proficiency in value engineering principles and practices.
• Experience with construction methods, materials, and equipment.
• Knowledge of industry best practices in project estimating and cost management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of detailed project cost estimates, including conceptual, preliminary, and definitive estimates for new and existing projects.
• Perform conceptual engineering design and develop preliminary construction plans to support estimating scope quantification.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to gather and analyze project specifications, drawings, and other documentation to prepare accurate estimates.
• Perform value engineering analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and project requirements.
• Develop and maintain estimation tools, databases, and methodologies to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of cost estimating processes.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop contingency plans to account for potential project uncertainties.
• Present cost estimates and value engineering options to senior management, project stakeholders, and clients.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior estimators, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and ensure the best value for the company.
• Track project costs and variances throughout the project lifecycle, updating estimates to reflect changes in scope, design, or market conditions.

Skills

Cost estimating

Value engineering

Cross-functional teamwork

Project coordination

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC and its WECTEC Staffing Services division seek a Lead Project Estimator for a 1-year contract (W-2). You will develop detailed cost estimates for multiple projects, lead pricing models, and drive value engineering with cross-functional teams.

Based in the Juno Beach corporate office with occasional site visits, this role requires a background in conceptual engineering, project design, and collaboration with engineering, procurement, and construction teams.