Estimator- Nuclear Solutions

Position Overview

Are you ready to help shape the future of clean energy? Join Kiewit Nuclear Solutions, where we’re committed to creating a carbon-free future by providing reliable and affordable nuclear energy. With a strong nuclear safety culture and a focus on innovative, clean energy solutions, Kiewit Nuclear Solutions offers you the chance to play a pivotal role in the emerging nuclear market.

• Review RFP to determine scope of work and estimate requirements
• Perform quantity takeoff development from drawings, specifications, and other related documentation
• 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
• Assist the Lead Estimator in identifying / mitigating risk and performing cost analysis
• 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 1-3+ years’ experience in heavy industrial construction
• Mechanical, electrical, and/or civil/structural experience is desired.
• 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.

This position is based out of Lenexa, KS.

Base Compensation: $84,000/yr - $88,000/yr. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement with matching, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.