Project Estimator

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company; Beaver Valley (DE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company seeks a senior project estimator to forecast costs for nuclear implementation and maintenance projects in the U.S. You will analyze project drawings, specifications, and design documentation to determine expenses and schedules while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Collaborate with engineers, project managers, safety staff, and regulatory teams to refine estimates, present findings to stakeholders, and support long-range planning across the fleet of

Qualifications

• Analytical and mathematical skills to assess complex nuclear project requirements and costs.
• Attention to detail when reviewing nuclear project documentation and cost calculations.
• Collaborative with engineers, safety staff and regulators to refine estimates.
• Familiarity with nuclear fundamentals, materials, equipment and construction methods.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines while upholding safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Project Analysis: analyze drawings, specifications and design docs to define scope and requirements.
• Accurate Cost Forecasting: forecast material, labor, equipment, fees and overhead costs.
• Quality Documentation: document bases, assumptions and rationale for cost estimates.
• Fleet Estimating: provide estimates for multiple nuclear facilities (PWR/BWR).
• Cost Re-evaluation: re-evaluate estimates during Long Range Planning.
• Vendor Interaction: obtain quotes and oversee accuracy of estimates.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Collaborative

Nuclear fundamentals

Pressure & deadlines

Education

BS/BA in Engineering or related field

Certifications: CCEA/CCP or PMP (recommended)

Job description

Job Summary

Project estimators play a pivotal role in predicting costs related to nuclear projects.

Their primary duty involves analysis of project specifications, technical drawings and design documentation to accurately determine the expenses and timescales associated with nuclear implementation/construction and maintenance projects.

The role of an estimator is critical in ensuring that nuclear projects adhere to budgetary and scheduling constraints while maintaining stringent safety and quality standards.

Key Accountabilities

• Project Analysis: They analyze nuclear project drawings, specifications and design/technical documentation to understand the project’s scope and requirements while adhering to the industry’s regulatory requirements.
• Accurate Cost Forecasting: Utilizing specialist cost estimation software and techniques, they forecast material, consumables, labor, equipment, fees and overhead costs associated with the project.
• Quality Documentation: Estimator documents details, bases, and key assumptions associated with the cost estimate.
• Fleet Estimating: Provide estimates for nuclear projects across the fleet - supporting both Pressurized and Boiling Water Reactor facilities (PWR/BWR).
• Cost Estimate Re-evaluating: Re-evaluate cost estimates during the Long Range Planning (LRP) process for future years out.
• Supplier and Vendor Interaction: Estimators research and obtain quotes from suppliers, subcontractors and vendors to inform their cost assessments. Additionally provides governance and oversight of cost estimates for accuracy.
• Collaboration for Refinement: They work closely with engineers, project managers, safety staff and regulatory compliance to refine project estimates and ensure alignment with industry standards and legal requirements.
• Stakeholder Communication: Estimators present detailed cost estimates to the project team, site stakeholders/management.

Education, Experience & Skill Requirements

• Skills and Knowledge Technical Expertise: Analytical and mathematical skills to accurately assess complex nuclear project requirements and calculate costs.
• Attention to Detail: Critical thinking, accuracy and precision in reviewing nuclear project documentation and performing cost calculations, considering safety and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborative: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with site stakeholders and present cost estimates clearly and persuasively.
• Nuclear Fundamentals: Familiarity with engineering principles, materials, equipment and construction techniques, including those specific to nuclear projects.
• Flexibility and Resilience: Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines while upholding rigorous safety, quality and regulatory standards inherent in the nuclear industry.
• Education BS, BA or technical degree in Engineering, Business, Construction management (recommended) or equivalent experience.
• Professional Certifications (recommended) Certified Cost Estimator/ Analyst (CCEA) or Certified Cost Professional (CCP) and member of American Society of professional estimators with a specialization in nuclear projects demonstrates your expertise and commitment to the nuclear industry. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• On-the-Job Experience 10+ years of project engineering, and/or project management 3-5 years performing project estimation.

Key Metrics

• Safety Excellence
• Continuous Improvement
• Financial Optimization
• Operational Excellence
• Talent Development

Job Family

Plant Operations Company Vistra Nuclear Operations Company Locations Shippingport, Pennsylvania Pennsylvania

Company Culture and Values

We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication.

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

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