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Industrial Estimator

Location: 

Lenexa, KS, US

Requisition ID: 179553 

Job Level: Mid Level 

Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering 

Department: Estimating 

Market: Industrial 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Position Overview

Kiewit is seeking a detail-oriented and highly motivated Industrial Estimator to support the development of accurate, competitive, and profitable estimates for industrial EPC and construction projects. In this role, you’ll partner with engineering, procurement, construction, and project management teams to deliver high‑quality proposals that reflect Kiewit’s commitment to safety, innovation, and operational excellence. This is a critical position for shaping winning strategies in markets such as industrial manufacturing, process facilities, water/wastewater, energy, and mission‑critical infrastructure.

Location

Based in Lenexa, Kansas office

Responsibilities

Develop detailed cost estimates for self‑perform and subcontracted scopes including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, piping, and process systems.Quantify project components using drawings, models, specs, and conceptual information.Prepare and analyze takeoffs, cost breakdowns, productivity assumptions, and construction methodologies.Support conceptual and early‑phase estimating with limited design information.Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes for accuracy, scope, and alignment with project requirements.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
  • 2–7+ years of estimating or relevant construction/industrial experience (field or project engineering experience a plus).
  • Strong understanding of construction means, methods, and work sequencing in industrial environments.Experience with estimating software (e.g., HeavyBid, InEight) and tools such as Excel, Bluebeam, and model-based quantification.
  • Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and stakeholders.
  • Results-driven, organized, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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.
 

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There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come. 

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities. 

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.  

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.


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