Estimator

2 months ago

Houston, Texas, United States Kiewit Full time

Job Summary

The Estimator is responsible for material takeoffs, cost analysis, preparation, and presentation of discipline estimates for large and complex projects. The position also involves the maintenance of historical databases while assisting in the development of department procedures.

About the Role

This position is based out of Lenexa, KS and is part of Kiewit Nuclear Solutions, a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating across North America.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review RFP to determine scope of work and estimate requirements
  • Perform quantity takeoff development from drawings, specifications, and other related documentation
  • Develop an estimate to support proposal creation and bid submittal documents, especially when it comes to complex pricing sheets (ie bid forms, bid tabs, etc)
  • Determine labor, material, construction equipment, subcontract, and other direct cost for self-performed construction execution
  • Analyze crew structures for composite rate development in union, merit shop, and prevailing wage labor markets
  • Learn and become a subject matter expert with InEight Estimating software
  • Align bid packages to proposal requirements prior to being issued to subcontractors and vendors
  • Evaluate Quote Comparison Sheets once subcontractor and vendor pricing has been received
  • Be involved with the construction execution plan, and upon project award, it is expected that the basis of estimate will serve as the actual plan for construction
  • Assist the Lead Estimator in identifying / mitigating risk and performing cost analysis
  • Participate in the estimate review process with internal and external team members
  • If necessary, assist in customer presentation preparation
  • Determine project successes and areas for improvement by analyzing past cost from ongoing and completed projects
  • Upon successful contract award, assist with project initiation by conforming the estimate while working with business, project controls, and the production team

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering / Technology and may be substituted with extensive and related work experience
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in heavy industrial construction
  • Exceptionally strong attention to detail
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrate advanced skills with Microsoft Excel

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.

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