Nuclear Projects and Consulting is seeking a Construction Cost Estimator, to support the Idaho Falls, Idaho location. This position will split their time between the Idaho Falls office and the on-site location to support the Spent Fuel Handling Project (SFHP). This site is located approximately 55 miles west of Idaho Falls on the Idaho National Laboratory property.  A majority of the estimates will focus on Technical Changes Requests for the subcontractors and assist in negotiation fair and reasonableness to these contract changes. The candidate will be expected to work independently as well as in a team environment. Part of multi-contract team running >$M contracts.

In this role you will:

• Prepare independent cost estimates for submitted change order proposals.
• Analyze specifications, sketches, drawings, contract document agreements, and prior change order proposals.
• Become a subject matter expert on the contract verbiage for the contract being supported.
• Utilize knowledge of construction and estimating principles, theories, concepts, and industry practices and standards to perform moderately complex assignments under general supervision to produce accurate and quality cost estimates.
• Consult with the Project Manager and Engineers to discuss and formulate quality take-offs.
• Identify areas of scope creep or scope gap in the change orders being proposed.
• Provide assistance in price negotiations, working closely with Project Manager and Project Controls management.
• Collaborate with scheduling team to develop production-based bottom-up cost estimates and to ensure alignment of estimates to construction schedules.
• Accumulates, evaluates, and documents historical cost data and construction means and methods in order to maintain current estimating standards and databases.
• Review and perform variance analysis on completed estimates to assess accuracy and lessons learned.
• Support costing of Risk Registers and collaborates with Risk team to ensure all risk register items are aligned to project’s risk profile.
• Perform detailed peer reviews of those estimates from fellow team members.
• For all work done, it is expected that the estimator clearly document and communicate the scope of the estimate, the assumptions made, and any pertinent information gathered from the Project Manager or Engineering team. This is to be done in providing a narrative write up explaining the Basis of Estimate. Followed up by a Variance Analysis write up for estimates that fall outside our target threshold.

What you will need:

• Microsoft Excel expertise.
• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Accounting or other related field highly preferred.
• 4 or more years of experience, education can substitute for some experience.
• Experience in large scale heavy industrial projects highly preferred.
• Experience in multiple phases of project lifecycle (Predesign, Design, Procurement, Construction, and Post-Construction phases).
• Experience preparing cost estimates on behalf of general contractor using a variety of Estimating tools, including Excel spreadsheets, WinEst, and/or other estimating software.
• Ability to communicate clearly through Basis of Estimate narrative write ups, variance analysis reports, and in-person presentations to all levels of the project team.

Essential Functions:

Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting. Lifting requirements limited to 20 lbs. in the form of supplies, drawings, etc. Longest distance carried of 50 feet. Hand manipulation is required for simple grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine manipulation. Right and/or left hands utilized. Occasional need to reach and/or work above the shoulder, for supplies, as well as below the shoulder for same. Must be alert to equipment in the field, there will be occasional travel, will work near construction job site, experiencing equipment when in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature and wind.

Other Essential Functions:

U.S. Citizenship required. Valid driver's license is required. Must be able to work in a team atmosphere. Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others. Must take and pass a pre-employment drug, background check and site security badge screening.

       

Compensation Details:

$130,000 - $160,000

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

02/04/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

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