Lead Civil Estimator- Nuclear Solutions-Lenexa, KS
Listed on 2026-02-09
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Construction
Civil Engineering, Estimator -
Engineering
Civil Engineering, Estimator
Overview
Requisition : 179582
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Nuclear Solutions
Department: Estimating
Market: Nuclear
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As a Lead Civil Estimator, you will be responsible for analyzing bid documents and preparing quantity and cost evaluations for the civil scopes of construction projects. You will also be involved in the development of the execution plan as well as the development of the schedule during the pre-project phase. The civil estimator must have a strong background in execution of civil works.
Location
This position is based out of Lenexa, KS.
- Review RFP to determine scope of work and estimate requirements
- Perform quantity takeoff development from drawings, specifications, and other related documentation
- Civil scope covers grading, trenching underground utilities, aggregates, temporary environmental, pavements, and stormwater piping and structures
- Develop an estimate to support proposal creation and bid submittal documents, especially when it comes to complex pricing sheets (ie bid forms, bid tabs, etc)
- Determine labor, material, construction equipment, subcontract, and other direct cost for self-performed construction execution
- Analyze crew structures for composite rate development in union, merit shop, and prevailing wage labor markets
- Learn and become a subject matter expert with InEight Estimating software
- Align bid packages to proposal requirements prior to being issued to subcontractors and vendors
- Evaluate Quote Comparison Sheets once subcontractor and vendor pricing has been received
- Be involved with the construction execution plan, and upon project award, it is expected that the basis of estimate will serve as the actual plan for construction
- Follow and develop procedures implemented by the Civil Estimate Manager and other Lead Estimators
- Participate in the estimate review process with internal and external team members
- If necessary, assist in customer presentation preparation
- Determine project successes and areas for improvement by analyzing past cost from ongoing and completed projects
- Upon successful contract award, assist with project initiation by conforming the estimate while working with business, project controls, and the production team
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering / Technology and may be substituted with extensive and related work experience
- Minimum of 8-10 years’ experience in heavy industrial construction
- Exceptionally strong attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrate advanced skills with Microsoft Excel
- 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
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.
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