Senior Project Estimator
Remote · USContract / Temporary$91–96/hrPosted 3w agoStill listed today
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Westinghouse is seeking a Senior Project Estimator for a one-year W-2 contract assignment. The estimator will prepare and manage cost estimates for multiple projects, supporting accuracy, feasibility, and organizational goals. The role works across departments and project teams on estimating, pricing models, and industry innovations. Onsite work in Juno Beach, Florida is preferred, while remote candidates will be considered; one month of per diem is offered for in-office onboarding and training.
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Full 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: Location: Onsite at Juno Beach, FL is preferred, Remote candidates will be considered . 1 month per diem offered for in office onboarding and training.
1-year contract assignment. (W-2)
We are looking for a Senior Project Estimator on behalf of our client. This is a 1-year contract assignment. (W-2) We are looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join the project estimating team. You will help prepare and manage cost estimates for multiple projects, focusing on accuracy, feasibility, and understanding of organizational goals.
The Senior Estimator will work with different departments to ensure project estimates are comprehensive and consider all project variables. Daily responsibilities include leading and preparing estimates, the development of pricing models, and evaluating new technological innovations in the industry.
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare detailed project cost estimates, including conceptual, preliminary, and definitive estimates for all projects.
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Perform conceptual engineering design and develop preliminary construction plans to support estimating scope quantification.
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Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to gather and analyze project specifications, drawings, and other documentation to prepare accurate estimates.
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Perform value engineering analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and project requirements.
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Conduct risk assessments and develop contingency plans to account for potential project uncertainties.
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Present cost estimates and value engineering options to senior management, project partners, and clients.
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Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and ensure the best value.
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Track project costs and variances throughout the project lifecycle, updating estimates to reflect changes in scope, design, or market conditions.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
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Minimum of 5 years of experience in project estimating, with a focus on conceptual engineering and project design.
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Experience in utility-scale energy projects, including renewable energy, power generation, and transmission infrastructure.
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Proficiency in value engineering principles and practices.
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Understanding of construction methods, materials, and equipment.
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Knowledge of industry standards and best practices in project estimating and cost management.
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Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly 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:
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Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
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401(k) Savings Plan
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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 $91.00/hr. to $96.00/hr.
WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com
You can submit your completed application, and explore other available options, using the following link: careers.westinghousenuclear.com
Get connected with WECTEC Staffing Services on social media: LinkedIn
Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
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How this job compares
Set against the 926 open Cost Estimator jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 14 open Cost Estimator jobs in Massachusetts and 926 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most across the US
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Cost Estimator postings that state a minimum ask for 7 years at the median (872 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 436 of the 926 open Cost Estimator jobs (47%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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