Estimator

Estimator

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.

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 cost estimates. Project types include water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, pipeline conveyance, heavy civil and structural projects, dams and hydro facilities, tunnel construction, waterway, and marine construction.

Key Responsibilities Reviews the project design scopes and develops quantities from the documentation and 3D models when available. Assesses missing scope items for a complete estimate package. Responsible for performing quantity takeoffs and takeoff calculations for labor, material, equipment cost categories. Prepares complete and accurate detailed cost estimates for scopes of work assigned. Responsible for aligning cost estimate with assigned work breakdown structures. Responsible for coordination with estimating and design teams for scope alignment. Assess labor productivities, construction equipment and support equipment required for the scope of work. Assists with comparison reports as required to evaluate cost and scope increases between design stages. Supports the preparation of Basis of Estimate documentation with the Lead Estimator. Supports the updating and maintenance of historical cost data, quotes and benchmarking of costs by construction type Supports the preparation of indirect costs, contingency, escalation and reviews of the cost estimate. Reviews designs and specifications for cost effectiveness and suggest alternatives where appropriate.

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 • Experience with Process Pipe and Yard Pipe Systems and/or Electrical and I&C Systems a plus • Complex estimating principles/procedures. Experience with complex Concrete Facilities and Basins a plus. • 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.

Compensation Transparency State of California: $107,404 - $190,450 State of Washington: $107,404 - $161,150 State of Virginia: $107,404 - $161,150 State of Illinois: $107,404 - $161,150 State of Minnesota: $102,522- $153,825 State of New York: $97,640 - $146,500 Salary Plan EST: Estimating Job Grade 015