Requisition ID: 171146

　　Job Level: Mid Level

　　Home District/Group: South Central District

　　Department: Estimating

　　Market: Transportation

　　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 South-Central District is one of Kiewit's leading infrastructure districts specializing in heavy civil, transportation, and water resource markets. Projects you could be working on could include mass grading, drainage, paving, utility and more. Although most of our work is regionally based in the south-central region of the United States, we also pursue various projects stretching across the United States. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about infrastructure and committed to the construction industry as opposed to design.

　　Location

　　Westlake, TX (DFW area).

　　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

　　Degree in engineering or construction management with an emphasis on civil, structural, drafting, or a related field is preferred.

　　Minimum 2 years of experience in construction/estimating, preferably on heavy civil related 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.

　　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.

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　　Company: Kiewit