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STRUCTURAL integrates technology-driven engineered solutions with specialty contracting services to improve, protect, and enhance the existing infrastructure of owners directly, and in partnership with other designers and contractors. STRUCTURAL offers a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services and is the largest concrete repair contractor in the United States, with roughly 3,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets. STRUCTURAL is the open shop contracting business line of Structural Group.

We are currently recruiting for a Nuclear Estimator to join our team in Charlotte, NC in a hybrid capacity. As an Estimator for STRUCTURAL, you will be responsible for estimating complex Investigate-Design-Build, self-performed, construction projects that make our nation’s structures stronger and last longer. Projects typically consist of concrete repair, cathodic protection systems, carbon fiber application, soil stabilization, large diameter pipe rehabilitation, waterproofing, structural strengthening, and leverage in house investigative and design services at the project onset.

STRUCTURAL’s Nuclear Division has a mission to extend the service life of the nation’s largest source of clean, carbon-free energy. Our team features a multitude of positions in various geographic regions collaborating effectively through travel, video conferences, and collocating on project sites. The Nuclear Division has responsibility for all 50 states.

Our Nuclear Division is recognized as an industry leader in developing technical and innovative repair solutions for both safety-related and non-safety-related projects under both our own and our partners NQA-1 Appendix B programs. We focus on all manner of significant infrastructure in the nuclear fleet including large hyperbolic cooling towers, underwater intake structures and even the reactor containment building.

As a successful candidate, you will also be responsible for:

  • Collaborating to develop the strategy and solution for each unique project including investigative and engineering phases as well as procurement and construction.
  • Preparing estimates by calculating various statistical data such as quantity take-offs, material price lists, labor costs per man-hour, equipment costs and applying to complete scope of work
  • Defining and quantifying scope of work and preparing comprehensive conceptual, budgetary, and construction cost estimates for projects
  • Reviewing / researching historical data and compiling summary reports to develop guidelines and precedence for future estimates
  • Maintaining involvement in uncovering sales opportunities with prospective and existing customers

Candidates who meet the following criteria may be considered for this exciting position based in our large Operations division:

  • Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management (desired not required)
  • 3-12 years of construction estimating experience, ideally in a related industry involving concrete repair projects
  • Demonstrated ability to work with a team to estimate projects of moderate complexity up to $10 Million
  • Prior experience to estimate up to 5 projects directly and up to 5 estimates indirectly as a mentor
  • Ability to evaluate, quantify and capture specification requirements within the estimate
  • Prior experience working with terms & conditions in construction contracts
  • A strong understanding of the greater Chicagoland / Upper Midwest Industrial construction market, including current market prices and clients (i.e.: engineers, architects, property managers and owners)
  • Previous experience maintaining client relationships while performing light business development
  • Demonstrated construction math and computer skills including Microsoft Excel and / or construction estimating software. Must also be able to demonstrate the ability to read blueprints
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent documentation and organizational skills
  • Ability to work within the Protected Area (PA) of Nuclear Plants with unescorted access.
  • Possess the ability to pass all training and background requirements for Nuclear Plant access.
  • Ability for short term travel every other week on average.

Our ideal Estimating candidate is an innovative but decisive individual who can work effectively in a highly collaborative, team-based environment; has the ability to set goals and expectations and hold others accountable; can encourage and mentor others; is approachable, empathetic and outgoing; can quickly gain trust and respect; is able to establish and maintain relationships, and has a desire to be part of a winning team.

STRUCTURAL is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment. Tailored more for nuclear offerings - added pipe because that will get attention knowing that this position won’t necessarily support that directly.