Kiewit · 1 day ago
Senior Utilities Estimator - Kiewit Infrastucture Engineers
Lone Tree, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$142K/yr - $149K/yr
20+ years expKiewit is a leading infrastructure company, and they are seeking a Senior Utilities Estimator to join their Lone Tree team. The role involves supporting project pursuits and managing Utility Design and SUE for various large projects, requiring expertise in utility design and infrastructure coordination.
Building MaterialConstructionIndustrial EngineeringMiningOil and GasTransportation
Responsibilities
Perform quantity takeoffs from source files including CAD, Microstation, or PDF
Prepare estimates for subcontracted and self-perform utility work including: water, wastewater, gas, electric, telecom
Travel to project or pursuit offices, interface with other discipline estimators to ensure scope alignment
Input quantities into estimating software, apply unit pricing based on actual historical costs using Kiewit database. In the absence of historical costs, able to prepare theoretical estimate
Research historical projects to determine past-costs applicable to the work being performed
Perform top-down estimates (high-level ROMs) and bottoms up estimates by analyzing every aspect of every operation in detail
Prepare subcontractor bid packages – includes compiling quantities and writing detailed scope. Answer technical questions from bidders and work with Kiewit Supply Network to compile quote comparison sheet
Prepare and present estimate review packet
Prepare construction schedule by advising schedule technicians on activity logic, duration, and resource loading such as manhours and quantity
Working knowledge of Kiewit standard account codes, apply correct account codes to estimated work
Continuous improvement such as self-paced training and estimate debrief sessions
Qualification
Required
Civil Engineering or Construction Management Degree
20 Years Minimum experience - with preferably 5 in estimating
Able to open and manipulate .dwg, .dgn, .pdf files
Working knowledge of Bentley Projectwise
Basic knowledge of utility construction means and methods
Utility construction field management recommended
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft excel
Knowledge of Estimating softwares such as HCSS or Hard Dollar
Basic knowledge of heavy civil construction operations such as grading, paving, drainage, structures
Possesses a high level of attention to detail, self-checking of work for accuracy is imperative
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. Work overtime and weekends as required
May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
Benefits
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
Generous paid time off
Company
Kiewit
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