One of North America’s largest construction and engineering firms delivering complex infrastructure and industrial projects.
Develops detailed cost estimates for large industrial projects, reviewing civil drawings and specs.
12 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Lenexa, KS
Office Full-Time
Company Size
31,100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Engineering
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
General Contractor
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Mine Management
Production
Infrastructure Construction
Maintenance
Contract Mining
Power Industry
Gas-fired Generation
Power Delivery
Role
Description
cost estimating
rfp packages
code review
procurement collaboration
team collaboration
safety compliance
Develop complete estimates for very large, complex industrial projects.
Promotes efforts to find innovative estimating methods to generate consistent, cost effective and accurate solutions to tight schedules and quick turnaround on estimates.
Brings solutions to team with cost analysis.
Perform Cross-Discipline Communication.
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Collaborates with engineering team for expertise.
Identify relatively common code and spec interpretations that will yield a well-proven, technically compliant but more cost effective, fit-for-purpose design.
Collaborate with procurement, vendors, and other disciplines to ensure pricing and quantities are correct.
Read the specifications and develop notes for the unique or extraordinary items.
Generate and review RFP packages for pricing on engineered equipment, subcontracts, and permanent materials.
Identifies and collaborates with his/her discipline team to eliminate any gaps in technical deliverables for estimates.
Become familiar with industry norms for estimating metrics and ratios to identify and explain reasons for any deviations from these norms.
Lead estimate review presentations
Become familiar with codes and standards to review engineering design.
Suggest appropriate alternatives for consideration by engineering team as needed to optimize constructability.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
Requirements
construction degree
microsoft office
3+ years
scope development
communication
detail oriented
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in construction-related Technology or Engineering OR extensive and related work experience leading to a thorough understanding of the knowledge, skills and abilities described above.
Regular, reliable attendance
Ability to develop scope from RFP (Request for Proposal) documents and work with discipline team to estimate work without gaps or overlaps.
Strong communication, interpersonal, leadership and team-building skills.
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Ability to review civil deliverables (Drawings) and understand construction needs.
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products (e.g. Excel, Work, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Become familiar with how to be the low bidder.
3+ years of experience in a related role bidding industrial projects is preferred.
Must be capable of assisting with major technical problems encountered during bid preparation.
Work well as a team player with the desire to win the project.
Become familiar with how to build the project (best practices, sequence, geographical challenges etc.)
Strong work ethic and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1884
Year Established
The company began operations in 1884.
1920s and ’30s
Growth Period
The company expanded during this time, building landmark structures.
$17B in 2023
Revenue
The company's revenue in 2023 topped $17 billion.
It evolved into a massive employee‑owned network operating across North America, delivering projects valued in the billions.
Today it specializes in transportation, water/wastewater, power, oil, gas & chemicals, building, industrial, marine and mining sectors.
Signature projects include New York’s 63rd Street Tunnel, Baltimore’s Fort McHenry Tunnel, T‑Mobile Park in Seattle, and major renewable energy sites.
Its marine division undertakes dredging, coastal resiliency and naval base work, while energy teams deliver gas, power delivery and renewables.
With deep roots in engineering‑led construction, it is known for tackling the kind of ‘impossible’ projects that reshape cities and industries.
Culture + Values
Safety First – We care for the safety and well-being of our employees and those around us.
Integrity – We are honest, ethical, and transparent in all that we do.
Excellence – We deliver exceptional results by striving for continuous improvement and exceeding expectations.
Customer Focus – We develop strong relationships with our customers and work together to achieve success.
Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and outcomes.
Collaboration – We work together to leverage the strengths of our diverse teams and achieve shared goals.
Environment + Sustainability
2050 Target
Carbon Neutrality Goal
Aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate efforts.
100% Renewables
Clean Energy Transition
Committed to integrating renewable energy solutions into projects to support a low-carbon future.
Investing in sustainable infrastructure to support the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Tracking and reducing our carbon footprint across operations and construction sites.
Incorporating sustainable practices into the design, construction, and operation of projects to minimize environmental impact.
Inclusion & Diversity
15%
Women in Workforce
Approximately 15% of the workforce are women, reflecting current representation in the organization.
Aim to build a diverse workforce, with a focus on gender, race, and other underrepresented groups.
Set clear goals for increasing the percentage of women in leadership and technical roles.
Track progress on diversity metrics across all levels of the organization.