Nuclear Estimator

2 days ago

Oakville, Ontario, Canada Kiewit Full time

Requisition ID:
178186

Job Level:
Mid Level

Home District/Group:
Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Department:
Estimating

Market:
Nuclear

Employment Type:
Full Time

Position Overview
As a Nuclear Estimator, you will prepare, review, and present discipline estimates for specific project proposal activities. In this role, you will provide estimating assistance and guidance to projects, develop conceptual estimates, and perform cost analysis. You will be responsible for assisting in the development of discipline estimates, developing, and updating historical databases, and assisting in the development of department procedures. You will provide direction to others on estimating specific level tasks as required.

District Overview
Kiewit Nuclear Canada is a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the nuclear-related market from carbon free, small modular reactors to Dept of Energy science, environmental and nuclear security mission capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure markets. As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering excellence that provides wholistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry.

Our rapidly growing nuclear solutions business has opened new locations across North America to strengthen our market presence while executing work within the communities we live within and support. We are committed to build upon our history as one of the safest companies to work for by equipping our craft and staff with the best technology, processes, equipment, tools and safety programs available.

Location
This position is based in our office in Oakville.

Responsibilities

  • Determine installation quantities based on drawings and specifications.
  • Prepare cost estimates on work for major projects locally and across Canada.
  • Develop comprehensive estimates for large and complex works.
  • Review the owner's plans and specifications to gain a comprehensive understanding of the project; develop a plan for actual construction as the basis for the estimate.
  • Review all tender and contract documents and advice from the home office legal department.
  • Coordinate with other disciplines such as planning, scheduling, procurement, and proposal team.
  • Prepare and present your estimate to management and external clients.
  • Maintain a professional and trustworthy relationship with clients, professionals, subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Collaborate with estimate team on continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience in nuclear estimation with relevant industry experience.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in estimating for major projects.
  • Experience in nuclear industry is a great asset.
  • Excellent knowledge of the Canadian construction market.
  • Excellent communication English skills.
  • Effective presentation and negotiation skills.
  • Advanced computer skills, knowledge of MS Office, and Bluebeam software is an asset.
  • Must be willing to travel as required to visit project sites or meet with clients for estimate specific needs.
  • Well organized, flexible, team player, detail oriented and multi-tasked.
  • Prioritize workload and consistently meet deadlines while constantly changing tasks and demands.

Other Requirements:

  • Regular, reliable attendance
  • Work productively and meet deadlines timely
  • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
  • Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
  • Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

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