Senior Civil Estimator: Lead Self-Performing EPC Projects

Kiewit; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Sr. Civil Estimator for the Kansas City area to lead self-performed civil infrastructure estimates across design/build, design/bid/build and EPC projects.

You will work with preconstruction and construction teams to plan, develop and refine estimates for heavy civil scopes including grading, drainage, utilities and bridges. The role requires 5+ years in civil estimating for EPC/heavy civil projects, with a track record in leading estimates and mentoring teams.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering, construction, estimating or similar field; 5+ years' related estimating infrastructure experience preferred
• Experience leading estimates or small teams and mentoring required at this level
• Strong attention to detail, communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and estimating tools; eager to learn InEight

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead complete estimates and quantity takeoffs for self-performed civil construction scopes (Heavy Civil, Highway, Bridge, Rail/Transit, Utilities, Drainage, Aviation) for design/build, design/bid/build and EPC projects
• Review plans and specs to understand project requirements and prepare cost estimates
• Lead subcontractor/vendor selection and coordinate with project managers and engineers
• Conduct site investigations and participate in constructability reviews to ensure estimate accuracy
• Communicate with stakeholders to align expectations, phasing and scheduling within the estimate
• Assist in preparing proposals and bid documentation; stay current with industry trends and technologies
• Be proficient with InEight Estimate and other estimating tools
• May lead small estimating teams and project estimates

Skills

Estimating

Leadership

Communication

Microsoft Office

InEight

Education

BS in engineering, construction, estimating or related field

Tools

InEight Estimate

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Sr. Civil Estimator for the Kansas City area to lead self-performed civil infrastructure estimates across design/build, design/bid/build and EPC projects.

You will work with preconstruction and construction teams to plan, develop and refine estimates for heavy civil scopes including grading, drainage, utilities and bridges. The role requires 5+ years in civil estimating for EPC/heavy civil projects, with a track record in leading estimates and mentoring teams.