Electrical Estimator – Industrial & Power Projects

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an Electrical Estimator based in Lenexa, KS to develop cost estimates for large industrial projects. The role requires reading RFPs, applying past costs, mentoring staff, and coordinating with design teams to optimize construction costs.

A degree in engineering or related technology and 3–7 years of estimating experience are preferred. The position emphasizes accuracy, mentorship, and collaboration with multiple groups to deliver on-time, on-budget estimates for complex

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in Engineering or construction-related technology or equivalent experience.
• At least 3–7 years of estimation experience.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop complete discipline-specific estimates for large, complex industrial projects.
• Read specifications and develop notes for unique or extraordinary items.
• Coordinate with design team to influence lowest construction cost and ensure schedule adherence.
• Train and mentor estimators and address technical bid challenges as they arise.
• Stay current on industry trends, means and methods, and past cost data for benchmarking.
• Site visits to learn construction methods and past cost data and support estimate accuracy.

Skills

Estimating experience

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Engineering degree or construction-related technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an Electrical Estimator based in Lenexa, KS to develop cost estimates for large industrial projects. The role requires reading RFPs, applying past costs, mentoring staff, and coordinating with design teams to optimize construction costs.

A degree in engineering or related technology and 3–7 years of estimating experience are preferred. The position emphasizes accuracy, mentorship, and collaboration with multiple groups to deliver on-time, on-budget estimates for complex