Job Information
Kiewit Estimator in Itasca, Illinois
Requisition ID: 173661
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Eastern District
Department: Estimating
Market: Power
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
This position will report to the Lead Estimator and will be responsible for estimating functions and associated workflows in a team environment.
District Overview
Kiewit’s Eastern District specializes in challenging heavy civil construction projects throughout the Northeast, including the metropolitan areas of New York, Chicago, Boston, and Washington DC. We are leaders in bridge, transit, foundation, tunnel, and water/wastewater construction while specializing in cast-in-place concrete, structural steel erection, earthwork, pile driving, and caissons. Kiewit’s Eastern District also has a large amount of work in the energy/power sector in various northeast locations. With our experienced and dedicated employees, extensive resources and in-depth market knowledge, the Eastern District can handle projects of any size.
Location
Itasca, Illinois
Responsibilities
Review, analyze, and interpret contract documents (specifications, drawings, and reference information) to develop detailed and comprehensive cost estimates for heavy civil construction projects.
Perform accurate quantity takeoffs for earthwork, concrete work, underground piping, drainage, and other related projects.
Identify bid qualifications, risks, and assumptions along with quantities and pricing.
Ensure estimates and proposals are performed in accordance with company practices and standards.
Participate in estimate reviews and presentations with estimating manager and other department leads.
Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers throughout the pre-bid process, including solicitation of bids and constructability input.
Manage comparisons between self-perform estimates and subcontractor quotes.
Analyze subcontractor and material quotes for responsiveness to the estimate and project requirements.
Prepare value engineering solutions including cost, schedule, and owner benefits.
Prepare responses to requests for qualifications (RFQ's) and requests for proposals (RFP's).
Provide rough order of magnitude (ROM) estimates and phasing schedules.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
At least 1 - 2 year(s) of experience in construction/estimating, preferably on industrial, heavy civil infrastructure, and/or water & wastewater treatment plants construction projects.
Strong background in excel and construction estimating software.
Strong work ethic, interpersonal skills, organization, verbal and written communication skills, and excellent leadership skills.
Can travel occasionally and accomplish goals/deadlines both independently and in collaboration with teams.
Work as a part of a large or small pursuit team and communicate effectively between departments and other staff members.
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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.
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.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Company: Kiewit