Estimator

Estimator

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: 117032 Opportunity Type: Staff Relocation eligible: No Full time/Part time: Full-Time Project Only Hire: No Visa Sponsorship Available: No

At Black & Veatch, you'll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution. We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives. You'll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines. Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together. With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you'll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

Job Summary: The Estimator assists in preparation and review of lump sum, unit rate and cost plus estimates and in preparation of conceptual estimating cost analysis. May assist in pre-construction activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Estimating Responsibilities
• Responsible for estimate coordination and consolidation of each of the discipline estimates into the Proposal Estimate
• Reviews design scopes and develop quantities
• 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
• Prepares management presentations
• Updates and maintains historical cost data
• Reviews designs and specifications for cost effectiveness and suggest alternatives where appropriate
• Supports continuous improvement efforts and change management
• Pre-Construction Activities
• Perform Scope Review focusing on: Project Objectives Deliverables Overall Project Requirements
• Assist the Pre-Construction/Estimating team in developing preliminary Work Packages
• During the Development of Project Work Packages may perform a risk assessment and participate in mitigation strategy discussions
• Management Responsibilities
• Individual Contributor

Minimum Qualifications: 5+ years of relevant experience 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.

Preferred Qualifications: BS or MS graduate in Construction Management or related field is preferred Field experience is a plus Project experience is a plus

Preferred Skills: Estimating principles/procedures Cost principles/procedures Mathematical skills Project design scopes Consulting skills Analytical skills Interpret specifications and contracts Microsoft Office 365 Microsoft CoPilot 365 Verbal and written communication skills Presentation skills Calculator

Work Environment/Physical Demands: Typical office environment. Salary Plan EST: Estimating Job Grade 015

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