Estimator

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Arvada, CO

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

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
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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