Nuclear Project Estimator: Cost Forecasting & Compliance

Vistra Corp.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Corp. seeks an experienced Project Estimator to predict costs for nuclear projects. The estimator plays a critical role in analyzing project specifications and design documentation to forecast expenses accurately. Key responsibilities include collaborating with project managers and engineers, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and re-evaluating estimates. Candidates should possess a technical degree, 10+ years of project engineering experience, and familiarity with nuclear fundamentals. This position can be situated at any nuclear site across the United States.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project engineering, and/or project management.
• 3-5 years performing project estimation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze nuclear project drawings, specifications, and design documentation.
• Forecast material, labor, and overhead costs associated with the project.
• Document details and key assumptions associated with estimates.
• Provide estimates for nuclear projects supporting PWR/BWR facilities.
• Re-evaluate cost estimates during Long Range Planning process.
• Research and obtain quotes from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Work closely with engineers and project managers for accurate estimates.
• Present detailed cost estimates to project stakeholders.

Skills

Technical Expertise

Attention to Detail

Collaborative

Nuclear Fundamentals

Flexibility and Resilience

Education

BS, BA or technical degree in Engineering, Business, Construction management

Job description

Vistra Corp. seeks an experienced Project Estimator to predict costs for nuclear projects. The estimator plays a critical role in analyzing project specifications and design documentation to forecast expenses accurately. Key responsibilities include collaborating with project managers and engineers, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and re-evaluating estimates. Candidates should possess a technical degree, 10+ years of project engineering experience, and familiarity with nuclear fundamentals. This position can be situated at any nuclear site across the United States.