Power Delivery Estimator

Position Overview

Kiewit Power Delivery is seeking an experienced Estimator to develop, review and present comprehensive cost estimates for power delivery projects. This role interprets contract documents, specifications, drawings and reference information; develops conceptual and detailed estimates; performs cost and constructability analyses; and communicates the estimate basis and execution plan to internal and external stakeholders. The Estimator supports proposal development from pre-bid through project execution and may provide guidance to other estimating and project team members. 

District Overview

Kiewit Power Delivery is a full-service engineering and construction solutions provider serving power delivery markets across North America. Our capabilities include transmission, distribution, substations, renewable energy and related infrastructure. Our teams integrate engineering, estimating and direct-hire construction expertise to develop safe, practical and cost-effective solutions for our clients. 

We are committed to Kiewit’s Nobody Gets Hurt and Do It Right the First Time philosophies, continuous improvement, ethical business practices and delivering high-quality work for our clients. 

Location

This position may be based in a Kiewit office or project location. Travel and relocation may be required based on project assignments and business needs. 

Responsibilities

• Develop complete conceptual and detailed estimates for large, complex power delivery projects.
• Read, analyze and interpret bid documents, contract requirements, specifications, drawings and reference information to understand project scope and establish the basis of estimate.
• Develop construction plans, methods, schedules and constructability assumptions to support labor, equipment, material, subcontract and indirect cost estimates.
• Prepare quantity, material and labor takeoffs and complete cost analyses using historical data, current market information and sound estimating judgment.
• Identify scope gaps, risks, unusual site conditions and technical issues; develop assumptions, clarifications and formal questions for proposal submittal.
• Participate in site investigations and field walk-downs with clients, subcontractors, engineering and construction personnel.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, legal and project teams to evaluate design considerations, commercial requirements, rates, schedules and execution approaches.
• Manage estimating data and use estimating and document-review software to produce accurate, timely and traceable estimates. 
• Prepare and present estimate details, proposal execution plans and supporting documentation during internal and external estimate reviews.
• Review estimates prepared by other team members, estimating groups or partners for completeness, consistency and accuracy; help resolve differences in scope and bid items.
• Support proposal documents, technical and commercial clarifications, change orders and job cost projections throughout the project life cycle.
• Provide estimating assistance, direction and development support to other estimators and project personnel as assigned.
• Maintain and improve historical cost databases, estimating procedures, tools and work processes.
• Stay current on industry trends, equipment, construction methods, technology and estimating practices.
• Comply with company safety requirements, policies, procedures, and standards of business conduct and ethics. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, electrical, mechanical, construction management, construction engineering or a related field, or equivalent relevant education and experience.
• Five or more years of related estimating, engineering or construction experience; experience developing estimates for complex projects is preferred.
• Knowledge of power delivery construction, including one or more of the following: transmission, distribution, substations, civil works, concrete structures or related EPC projects.
• Ability to develop estimates from both conceptual-level information and detailed design documents.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Effective written, verbal, presentation, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse partners and manage priorities and deadlines in a team environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and SharePoint.
• Experience with estimating and document-markup tools, such as InEight Estimate and Bluebeam Revu
• Ability to travel and relocate as business needs require.