Electrical Estimator

Location: Shawnee Mission

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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  : 117348 Opportunity Type :
Staff Relocation eligible :
No Full time/Part time :
Full-Time  Project Only Hire :
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At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

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.#LI-AS3

Job Summary The Electrical Estimator prepares and reviews all estimates, including lump sum, unit rate, cost plus, etc. Prepares and reviews conceptual estimates. May assist in pre-construction activities.

Key Responsibilities Estimating Responsibilities Responsible for conceptual estimating, cost analysis and estimate coordination and consolidation

Reviews the design scope and develop quantities

Performs productivity analysis of estimates, prepare contingency, escalation and reconciliations for estimates

Prepares contingency, escalation and reconciliations for estimates

Performs comparisons of scope, quantities and cost data between projects

Prepares management presentations and develop the estimate basis

Updates and maintain historical cost data Reviews designs and specifications for cost effectiveness and suggests alternatives where appropriate

Supports continuous improvement efforts and change management Pre-Construction Activities Perform Scope Review focusing on:

Project Objectives Deliverables Overall  Project Requirements Perform Site Investigation analysis

Assist the Pre-Construction/Estimating team in developing preliminary Work Packages During the Development of Project Work Packages perform a risk assessment and participate in mitigation strategy discussions

Participate in Site Logistic conversations and provide input as to what effect this may have on Construction

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