Cost Estimating Lead - Remote

Westinghouse Electric Company
401(k)
United States, Pennsylvania, Cranberry Township
1000 Westinghouse Drive (Show on map)
Feb 28, 2026
Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, 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: As a Cost Estimating Lead - Remote you will support APX Delivery by leading the development of high-quality, compliant project cost estimates for proposals and contracts. You will oversee major elements of the estimate, provide input to detailed Basis of Estimate (BOE) documentation, and ensure understanding across technical, schedule, and cost inputs. You will play a critical role in standardization and continuous improvement within the APX Project Delivery and Commercial Integration organization. You will report to the Director, Project and Portfolio Planning, and work remotely based in the US or any EMEA country in which Westinghouse has a location. Key Responsibilities: Accountable for cost estimating across capture, proposal, and factfinding/negotiations for offer sizes ranging from Front End Engineering Design to Engineering Procurement and Construction projects and ensuring a clean handoff to Delivery upon contract award. Lead the project cost estimating process in the preparation of compliant, accurate cost proposals for the APX business. Develop cost models and Basis of Estimates (BOEs) to support Request for Proposal (RFP) responses, proposals, and task orders. Help develop standard cost models and BOEs to improve consistency and efficiency of cost estimates. Review solicitations and coordinate with proposal teams to support estimating requirements and proposal strategies. Coordinate cost volumes and support proposal narrative development, ensuring consistency between technical and cost volumes. Coordinate with other APX Project Delivery & Commercial Integration teams to collectively support clear resource demand signal and schedule input for offer development. Implement and maintain standard estimating processes, documentation, and gate reviews; ensure audit readiness. Provide project cost leadership during fact-finding, negotiations, and contract award processes. Support development of internal expertise and best practices to ensure consistency between the cost estimating team. Analyze historical cost data and trends to enhance cost estimating accuracy and efficiency. Support implementation of cost estimating software to standardize project cost estimate preparation. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business administration, construction management, engineering, or a related discipline. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education. 5+ years of progressive cost estimating experience. We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $116,800 to $146,000 per year. Why Westinghouse? Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer: Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement Paid Vacations and Company Holidays Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service Employee Referral Program Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system: Safety and Quality Integrity and Trust Customer Focus and Innovation Speed and Passion to Win Teamwork and Accountability While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com. Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Get connected with Westinghouse on social media: Twitter \| Facebook \| LinkedIn\| YouTube