Project Estimator II

Westinghouse Electric Company; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health and Income Protec

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Vacations for Qualifying Position

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company seeks a motivated Project Estimator II to join our ECSC pricing and due diligence team. You will lead cost estimation efforts for multiple projects, focusing on accuracy, feasibility, and alignment with organizational goals, with exposure to wind, solar, energy storage, and substation projects.

The role involves developing pricing models, collaborating with engineering and procurement, and presenting estimates to senior management, while advancing your career in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Familiarity with construction methods, materials, and equipment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed project cost estimates, including conceptual, preliminary, and definitive estimates.
• 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.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and ensure the best value.
• Track project costs and variances throughout the project lifecycle, updating estimates to reflect changes in scope, design, or market conditions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements in all estimating activities.

Skills

Familiarity with construction methods

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, 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

Job Title: Project Estimator II – 6-10 years

Business Unit: Engineering, Construction, & Supply Chain (ECSC)

Division: Pricing & Analytics

Department: Pricing & Due Diligence

Reports To: Manager Project Estimating

Location: Juno Beach Office (JB)

Job Summary

We are looking for motivated Project Estimator II to join our project estimating team. You will help prepare and manage cost estimates for several projects. You will focus on accuracy, feasibility, and agreement on organizational goals. We offer an excellent opportunity for growth within the field of project estimating. Daily responsibilities include leading and preparing estimates, the development of pricing models, and evaluating new technological innovations in the industry. Our team also works on a large portfolio of technologies. This portfolio includes wind, utility scale solar, distributed solar, energy storage, transmission and distribution lines, substations, water treatment, 5G & fiber, hydrogen, pipelines, and fossil generation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed project cost estimates, including conceptual, preliminary, and definitive estimates for our 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.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and ensure the best value.
• Track project costs and variances throughout the project lifecycle, updating estimates to reflect changes in scope, design, or market conditions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements in all estimating activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Familiarity with construction methods, materials, and equipment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel.

Our Safety Pledge To You

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $30.00 - $35.00.