Kiewit Hiring for Chief Estimator – Building Group at Denver, Colorado Full Time

Requisition ID: 175926

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Building Group

Department: Estimating

Market: Building

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

As a Chief Estimator in our Kiewit Building Group district, you will help to lead a team of estimators and take part in estimating, in support of vertical building projects throughout the US.

District Overview

Kiewit Building Group specializes in constructing office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, science and technology facilities, manufacturing, retail and special-use facilities and extensive interior construction with tenant improvements. Its capabilities include general construction, construction management, design-build, design-assist and turn-key project development. Kiewit also provides fast, accurate preconstruction project management services. During the past 10 years, Kiewit has performed construction services for more than 1,100 vertical construction projects, totaling $7.5 billion in revenue.

Location

Lone Tree, CO.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain budget control during Estimating/Precon phases of the project.

• Analyze, review, and interpret engineering contracts, plans, and specifications to develop detailed, comprehensive construction estimates for large, complex building projects.

• Manage the estimating function and associated workflow in a project environment.

• Coordinate input from internal and external groups required for estimates and proposals.

• Ensure estimating and proposal activities are in accordance with Kiewit codes and standards.

• Prepare and provide value engineering solutions including cost/schedule implications.

• Coordinate and maintain relationships with subcontractors and material vendors through the management of the estimating process, including solicitation of bids and constructability input.

• Provide leadership and strategy in subcontractor and vendor selection process.

• Implement and adhere to company policies and procedures.

• Provide mentorship and expertise to other estimating teams and operations.

Qualifications

• Required: 10 or more years of experience as an Estimator, following experience in project management or field supervision

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Building Construction, or a similar field.

• Knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, and trade practices.

• Conceptual ability to work with minimal information and quickly develop an understanding of owner/architect requirements.

• Demonstrate imaginative, innovative, and succinct approaches to projects.

• Complete knowledge of estimating documents and the ability to provide accurate qualitative and quantitative analysis.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project).

• Familiarity with construction project management software is a plus.

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. Work overtime and weekends as required.

• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Base Compensation: $188,000/yr – $197,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Company: Kiewit