Requisition ID: 176887
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Constructors District
Department: Estimating
Market: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As a Civil Estimator , you will prepare, review and present discipline estimates for specific project proposal activities. In this role, you will provide estimating assistance and guidance to projects, develops conceptual estimates and performs cost analysis. You will be responsible for assisting in the development of discipline/service estimators, developing and updating historical databases, and assisting in the development of department procedures. Provides direction to others on project/program level tasks.
District Overview
Kiewit Power Constructors (KPC) provides direct-hire construction services for Power Generation utilizing a union craft force. Kiewit Power Constructors builds major EPC power plant and solar farm projects throughout North America.
Location
This position will be based in our District Offfice in Lenexa, KS and have an in-office expectation.
Responsibilities
This is a Staff Position reporting to a Lead Estimator
Estimating functions and associates workflows in a team environment
Reviewing, analyzing and interpreting Contract Documents (specifications, drawings, and reference information) to develop detailed, comprehensive cost estimates for Power Generation construction projects. Also able to make assumptions based on experience with detailed plans are not provided and front end estimating is performed based on conceptual level designs.
Able to perform accurate quantity takeoffs for earthwork, and underground piping and drainage.
Identifying bid qualifications, risks, and assumptions along with quantities and pricing
Ensuring estimates and proposals are performed in accordance with company practices and standards.
Participating in estimate reviews and presentations to estimate lead and department leads.
Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers throughout the pre-bid process, including solicitation of bids and constructability input.
Manage comparisons between self-perform estimates and subcontractor quotes.
Ability to Analyze Subcontractor and Material Quotes for responsiveness to the Estimate and Project requirements
Prequalification and Proposal assistance functions
Preparing value engineering solutions; including cost, schedule, and Owner benefits.
Preparing responses to Request for Qualifications (RFQ's) and Request for Proposals (RFP's).
Providing rough order of magnitude (ROM) estimates and phasing schedules.
Qualifications
• Degree in Engineering or Construction Management with an emphasis in Civil, Structural, Construction Management, Drafting or related fields is preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience in construction/estimating, preferably on heavy civil related construction projects
• Strong background in Excel as well as Construction Estimating Software
• Candidates must possess a strong work ethic; good interpersonal skills; demonstrate good organization, verbal and written communication skills; excellent leadership skills.
• Can travel occasionally and act independently with little or no supervision and as a team player.
• Results oriented individual with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Work as a part of a large or small pursuit team and communicate effectively between departments and other staff members.
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Other Requirements:
Regular, reliable attendance
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Company: Kiewit
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