Black & Veatch Family of Companies
Estimator
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Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.
As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.
Company: Black & Veatch Corporation
Req Id: 116144
Opportunity Type: Staff
Relocation eligible: No
Full time/Part time: Full-Time
Project Only Hire: No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Why Black & Veatch?
Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation, 401k match and benefits that start day one.
Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.
Why Black & Veatch
Join the Black & Veatch Construction team and build with pride. As a 100% employee‑owned company, every role matters — you own your work, your impact, and your future. We lead with care, and safety is non‑negotiable and embedded into every role, site and decision, ensuring our teams return home safe, every day.
From field engineering to project management to quality and startup, you’ll work with cutting‑edge technology, learn from seasoned experts, and grow through real‑world, hands‑on experience. With a strong backlog across power, water, grid, and industrial markets, you’ll have the stability to grow and the opportunity to shape what comes next.
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The Opportunity
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 cost estimates. Project types include water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, pipeline conveyance, heavy civil and structural projects, dams and hydro facilities, tunnel construction, waterway, and marine construction.
Key Responsibilities
- Reviews the project design scopes and develops quantities from the documentation and 3D models when available.
- Assesses missing scope items for a complete estimate package.
- Responsible for performing quantity takeoffs and takeoff calculations for labor, material, equipment cost categories.
- Prepares complete and accurate detailed cost estimates for scopes of work assigned.
- Responsible for aligning cost estimate with assigned work breakdown structures.
- Responsible for coordination with estimating and design teams for scope alignment.
- Assess labor productivities, construction equipment and support equipment required for the scope of work.
- Assists with comparison reports as required to evaluate cost and scope increases between design stages.
- Supports the preparation of Basis of Estimate documentation with the Lead Estimator.
- Supports the updating and maintenance of historical cost data, quotes and benchmarking of costs by construction type
- Supports the preparation of indirect costs, contingency, escalation and reviews of the cost estimate.
- Reviews designs and specifications for cost effectiveness and suggest alternatives where appropriate.
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Preferred Skills
- BS or MS graduate in Construction Management or related field is preferred, but not required
- Field and/or project experience is a plus
- Experience with Process Pipe and Yard Pipe Systems and/or Electrical and I&C Systems a plus
- Complex estimating principles/procedures. Experience with complex Concrete Facilities and Basins a plus.
- 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
- InEight
- Aspen Capital Cost Estimator
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
Compensation Transparency
- State of California: $107,404 - $190,450
- State of Washington: $107,404 - $161,150
- State of Virginia: $107,404 - $161,150
- State of Illinois: $107,404 - $161,150
- State of Minnesota: $102,522- $153,825
- State of New York: $97,640 - $146,500
Salary Plan
EST: Estimating
Job Grade: 015
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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.
Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.
To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time and dependent sick time.
A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.
We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of that success through stock ownership.
By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.
BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.
Notice to External Search Firms: Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.
In accordance with local law, the following compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $97,640.00 - $190,450.00
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