Estimator, Engineering, Quantity Surveyor

Gaithersburg, MD, US Fort Worth, TX, US Irvine, CA, US Tucson, AZ, US San Jose, CA, US Richmond, VA, US Seattle, WA, US Arlington, VA, US Fort Myers, FL, US Houston, TX, US Los Angeles, CA, US Austin, TX, US Chicago, IL, US Rochester, NY, US San Francisco, CA, US Greenwood Village, CO, US Memphis, TN, US Orlando, FL, US Phoenix, AZ, US San Antonio, TX, US Creve Coeur, MO, US San Diego, CA, US Dallas, TX, US Atlanta, GA, US Rancho Cordova, CA, US Chattanooga, TN, US Bloomington, MN, US Overland Park, KS, US Tampa, FL, US Jacksonville, FL, US New York, NY, US Savannah, GA, US Darien, IL, US

Company:
Black & Veatch Family of Companies

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

Opportunity Type : Staff

Project Only Hire : 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.

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.

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 estmates. 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.

• Reviews the project design scopes and develops quantities from the documentation and 3D models when available.
• 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.

• BS or MS graduate in Construction Management or related…