E&I Project Estimator - Water

Black & Veatch Corporation; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Veatch Corporation is seeking an E&I Estimator to prepare and review estimates for lump sum, unit rate, and cost‑plus contracts on complex projects.

You will lead conceptual estimating, analyze costs, and coordinate with design teams to ensure accurate takeoffs and contingency planning. A minimum of 8 years in estimation is required, with strong math and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant estimating experience.
• Pre-employment onboarding requirements may include criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review estimates (lump sum, unit rate, cost plus).
• Perform conceptual estimating and cost analysis.
• Coordinate with design teams; maintain historical cost data; support change management.

Skills

Conceptual estimating

Cost analysis

Mathematical skills

Analytical skills

Education

BS or MS in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

Date: Oct 27, 2026

Location:

Overland Park, KS, US Ann Arbor, MI, US Atlanta, GA, US Bloomington, MN, US Coral Gables, FL, US Houston, TX, US Orlando, FL, US Phoenix, AZ, US Tampa, FL, US Tualatin, OR, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee‑owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever‑evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company :

Black & Veatch Corporation

Opportunity Type :

Staff

Project Only Hire :

No

Why Black & Veatch?

At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands‑on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee‑owned company, employees share in the long‑term success we build together.

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

Why Black & Veatch

Join the Black & Veatch Construction team and build with pride. As a 100% employee‑owned company, every role matters — you own your work, your impact, and your future. We lead with care, and safety is non‑negotiable and embedded into every role, site and decision, ensuring our teams return home safe, every day.

From field engineering to project management to quality and startup, you’ll work with cutting‑edge technology, learn from seasoned experts, and grow through real‑world, hands‑on experience. With a strong backlog across power, water, grid, and industrial markets, you’ll have the stability to grow and the opportunity to shape what comes next.

#LI-AS3

Job Summary

The E&I Estimator prepares and reviews all estimates, including lump sum, unit rate, cost plus, etc. Prepares and reviews conceptual estimates. May assist in pre‑construction activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for conceptual estimating, cost analysis and estimate coordination and consolidation
• Reviews the design scope and develop quantities
• Performs productivity analysis of estimates, prepare contingency, escalation and reconciliations for estimates
• Prepares contingency, escalation and reconciliations for estimates
• Performs comparisons of scope, quantities and cost data between projects
• Prepares management presentations and develop the estimate basis
• Updates and maintain historical cost data
• Reviews designs and specifications for cost effectiveness and suggests alternatives where appropriate
• Supports continuous improvement efforts and change management

Pre-Construction Activities

• Perform Scope Review focusing on:
  • Project Objectives
  • Deliverables
  • Overall Project Requirements
• Perform Site Investigation analysis
• Assist the Pre-Construction/Estimating team in developing preliminary Work Packages
• During the Development of Project Work Packages perform a risk assessment and participate in mitigation strategy discussions
• Participate in Site Logistic conversations and provide input as to what effect this may have on Construction

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience, estimating experience a must.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS or MS graduate in Construction Management or related field is preferred
• Field experience a plus
• Cost control and scheduling exposure is a plus

Preferred Skills:

• Complex estimating principles and practices, with exposure to conceptual estimating
• Cost analysis
• Mathematical skills
• Analytical skills