Nuclear Project Estimator

Location: Jenkinsville, South Carolina

Country: United States

Category: Engineering

Workplace Location: Onsite

Employment Type: Contract

Posted Date: February 26, 2026

Job ID: 643822

Job Description

Title:             Nuclear Project Estimator
Location       Jenkinsville SC 29065
Pay              60-61.06
12 Month Contract 
Open to non-local candidate - Per Diem


The Planet Group is seeking a Project Estimator to support the Nuclear Projects team with estimating projects and provides detailed estimate reports for Nuclear projects.

This will include, but not limited to, developing detailed cost estimates for nuclear projects across all phases (conceptual, preliminary, and final).and providing original and revised project estimates in support of the annual capital budget development process.

  • Identifying and estimating labor, material, equipment, services and other costs for projects. Interface with engineering teams to understand design scope and technical requirements.
  • Collaborate with project managers to align estimates with project schedules and execution strategies.
  • Engage with construction personnel to incorporate field conditions, labor productivity, and constructability considerations.
  • Analyze historical data and industry benchmarks to validate and refine estimates.
  • Prepare estimate documentation and presentations for internal stakeholders and external clients.
  • Support risk analysis and contingency development for estimates.
  • Maintain and update estimating tools, databases, and cost libraries.
  • Assesses workload and completion deadlines; able to multitask by estimating multiple projects concurrently.
  • Strong computer skills including the ability to use estimating tools, spreadsheets, database applications and Microsoft products.
  • 7+ years of directly related experience in the estimating field including but not limited to financial estimation, construction and/or engineering.
  • Ability to perform in a high pace, multi-task environment and to independently plan and organize work schedule.
  • Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with project teams, customers, other utilities, and government agencies. Must be able to review and understand scopes.
  • Strong computer skills and application of pre-packaged software programs.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
  • Must understand the project life cycle and cost that come from project supporting activities.
  • Requires deep knowledge of general industry news and trends, general industry and construction costs and inflation rates.
  • Must be highly motivated, able to work with minimal supervision and have effective communication skills.
  • Bachelor preferred in Business Administration or Construction Management

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