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The Nuclear Company

Cost Estimator

The Nuclear Company · Columbia, SC or Washington, DC

Posted about 3 months ago · $150,000 - $173,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
80 days
The Nuclear Company's roles stay open a median of 80 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
68% of The Nuclear Company's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at The Nuclear Company
high
80 stale, 4 reposted of 84 open
Hiring momentum
111 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-22

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from The Nuclear Company's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for The Nuclear Company.

About this role

The Cost Estimator at The Nuclear Company will play a crucial role in project development by creating reliable cost estimates in accordance with AACE standards. This position involves collaborating with various stakeholders to gather inputs, identifying risks and assumptions, and utilizing estimating software and AI tools to enhance cost modeling accuracy. The estimator will also be responsible for maintaining structured cost estimates and ensuring alignment with project goals.

Our read on this posting3.2out of 5
benefits
2/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
5/5

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What you need

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
  • 15+ years of experience in project controls
  • 5+ years of experience as an estimator on large projects
  • Strong understanding of project lifecycle and work breakdown structures
  • Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
  • Proficiency with estimating software and cost databases for developing and maintaining structured, auditable cost estimates

Nice to have

  • Experience in the nuclear energy, power generation, or highly regulated industry
  • Familiarity with earned value management, risk analysis, and cost-schedule integration
  • PMP or PMI-SP certification a plus
  • Experience working in a startup or high-growth environment

What you get

  • Competitive compensation packages
  • 401k with company match
  • Medical, dental, vision plans
  • Generous vacation policy, plus holidays

Worth weighing

  • No remote work mentioned, position is based in Columbia, SC or Washington, DC
  • Startup environment may involve rapid changes and uncertainties
  • Salary range provided but actual salary may vary based on multiple factors

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Listed by The Nuclear Company on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-22. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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