Lead Estimator - Water​/Wastewater Details | Family of Companies

Lead Estimator - Water/Wastewater

Date:
Aug 26, 2026

Overland Park, KS, US Jacksonville, FL, US Tucson, AZ, US Nashville, TN, US Oklahoma City, OK, US New York, NY, US Irvine, CA, US Tampa, FL, US San Diego, CA, US Los Angeles, CA, US Dallas, TX, US Savannah, GA, US Houston, TX, US Arlington, VA, US Orlando, FL, US Atlanta, GA, US Phoenix, AZ, US Austin, TX, US Fort Worth, TX, US Creve Coeur, MO, US Rochester, NY, US Fort Myers, FL, US Memphis, TN, US

Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req  : 116285

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

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.

The Lead Estimator is responsible for the preparation of detailed cost estimates for a diverse client base including municipal, government and private clients. Project types include water and wastewater treatment facilities, pipeline conveyance, heavy civil and structural projects, dams and hydro facilities, tunnel construction, waterway, and marine construction.

Please note:

This is a Hybrid position at one of our

• Retains primary accountability for estimate compliance for each project.
• Prepares complete and accurate cost estimates.
• Will be required to perform quantity takeoffs for estimates including assigning crews and productivity for each discipline.
• Performs reviews of all scopes to ensure compliance with the project documents.
• Prepares cost estimates on proposals, projects and studies and ensure that the content of the estimate is complete, accurate and meets the requirements of the estimate, project location and design plan.
• Works with the design teams to understand the complexity, size and process systems required for project.
• Provides technical advice and assistance to the design team in the preparation of all levels of estimates ranging in scope and complexity from a simple factored estimate to an extremely complex multi‑billion‑dollar lump sum bid.
• Effectively manages multiple projects and estimate timelines.
• Coordinates with design, operation and procurement teams on project status, specific project requirements and due dates.
• Communicates with estimating team on all stages of project, time limits and support required.
• Appraises overall accuracy of estimates and recommends contingencies for estimates such as Lump Sum bids, Defined Estimates, and Interim Control Estimates.
• Assists the Solution Team Leader with an independent assessment of an estimate's accuracy (upon completion of the estimate and summarization of all detailed man‑hours, material, construction, and home office costs).
• Ensures the orderly flow of project assignments through his area in keeping with schedules and within budgeted hours.
• Responsible for directing, training, and developing subordinates or Junior Estimators.
• Proactively supports, encourages, and facilitates staff to engage in continuous improvement activities.
• Plans, coordinates, reviews, verifies, and analyzes all aspects of estimates and estimate presentation.
• Assists in planning and development…