Nuclear Lead Estimator

Requisition ID: 182643 Job Level: Senior Level Home District/Group: Kiewit Nuclear Solutions Department: Estimating Market: Nuclear Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Nuclear Lead Estimator to join our team supporting some of the industry's most challenging and high-profile projects. In this role, you will lead the development of accurate and competitive cost estimates for large-scale, complex projects across specialized markets, including nuclear power. The Nuclear Lead Estimator is responsible for performing comprehensive material takeoffs, cost analyses, estimate preparation, and presentation of discipline-specific estimates throughout the project lifecycle. This position plays a key role in supporting strategic project pursuits by providing reliable cost data and estimating expertise that drive informed business decisions. In addition to project estimating responsibilities, you will contribute to the continuous improvement of estimating practices through the maintenance of historical cost databases, development of estimating tools and procedures, and mentorship of team members. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on complex, industry-leading projects while helping shape the future of our estimating organization. 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 140 years of construction and engineering excellence that provides holistic 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 Oakville, Ontario. Flexible work arrangements may be available. Occasional travel to project sites and client offices may be required. Responsibilities Lead complete estimates for large, complex nuclear and major industrial projects, from initial strategy through final review and submission. Serve as the lead estimator for multidisciplinary pursuits, integrating mechanical, piping, structural, civil and other major scopes into a cohesive estimate. Develop the overall estimating and execution strategy, including constructability, sequencing, schedule, productivity, procurement, subcontracting, risks and opportunities. Maintain broad knowledge across mechanical equipment, piping, structural steel, concrete and related construction disciplines, engaging discipline experts as required. Review drawings, specifications and design criteria to identify scope requirements, assumptions, exclusions, risks and opportunities. Know the estimate inside and out, ensuring all disciplines are properly scoped, coordinated and aligned with the overall execution strategy. Work with engineering and discipline leads to incorporate design deliverables, constructability, lessons learned, historical costs and project-specific conditions. Challenge estimates and assumptions to identify the most competitive and executable approach while meeting nuclear quality and project requirements. Facilitate cross-discipline communication and resolve scope gaps, overlaps and inconsistencies. Lead reviews of major equipment, permanent materials, subcontract packages and vendor quotations. Develop pr…

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