Estimator Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Estimator

Date: May 4, 2026

Location:

Overland Park, KS, US Cary, NC, US Phoenix, AZ, US Dallas, TX, US Houston, TX, US Orlando, FL, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 114706

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Black & Veatch?

Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation, 401k match and benefits that start day one.

Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.

The Opportunity

As the Estimator , you will have the opportunity to assist in preparation and review of lump sum, unit rate and cost plus estimates and in preparation of conceptual estimating cost analysis. Project types include water and wastewater treatment facilities, pipeline conveyance, heavy civil and structural projects, dams and hydro facilities, tunnel construction, waterway, and marine construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for estimate coordination and consolidation of each of the discipline estimates into the Proposal Estimate

• Reviews design scopes and develop quantities

• Prepares complete and accurate cost estimates for scopes of work assigned.Supports in the preparation of quantity takeoffs for estimates

• Performs productivity analysis of construction operations

• Prepares direct labor estimates, distributable or contractors indirect cost estimates

• Prepares contingency, escalation and reconciliation for estimates

• Performs comparisons of scope, quantities and cost data between projects

• Works with Engineers and support disciplines to ensure alignment across responsible scope

• Supports the preparation of the Basis of Estimate and management presentations

• Supports the Lead Estimator in the review and presentation of estimate details to internal stakeholders

• Updates and maintain historical cost data and benchmarking

• Reviews designs and specifications for cost effectiveness and suggest alternatives where appropriate

• Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements

Management Responsibilities

Individual Contributor

Preferred Skills

• BS or MS graduate in Construction Management or related field is preferred, but not required

• Field and/or project experience is a plus

• Commercial cost estimating experience including estimating facility enclosures and structures, architectural finishes, building mechanical systems (HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection, and Electrical systems)

• Complex estimating principles/procedures

• Cost principles/procedures

• Mathematical skills

• Project design scopes

• Consulting skills

• Analytical skills

• Interpret and understand specifications and contracts

• Microsoft Excel

• Verbal and written communication skills

• Presentation skills

• InEight

• Aspen Capital Cost Estimator

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience is required

• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

Salary Plan

EST: Estimating

Job Grade

015

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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

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