Grid Estimator
Black & Veatch, College Station, TX, United States
Overview
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
Req Id:
114157
Opportunity Type:
Staff
Relocation eligible:
Yes
Full time/Part time:
Full-Time
Project Only Hire:
No
Visa Sponsorship Available:
No
Job Summary Prepares and reviews lump sum, unit rate and cost plus estimates ranging from simple cost analysis to definitive estimates in support of proposals, project controls and project change orders encompassing all elements of electrical infrastructure. As a Discipline Estimator for Substation, Transmission, Distribution, and Switchyard projects, you will be responsible for taking off, compiling, and reviewing bids and proposals for high-voltage and medium-voltage electrical infrastructure.
The Team Technology, Industrial & Governments is a strategically aligned sector comprised of market segments served through enterprise Solutions. The sector delivers integrated capabilities across Distributed Infrastructure, Integrated Facilities, and Mission Critical Solutions to support federal, industrial, and technology driven clients across public and private markets.
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for conceptual estimating, cost analysis and estimate coordination and consolidation.
Reviews the design scope and develops quantities.
Performs productivity analysis of estimates, prepares 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 develops the estimate basis.
Updates and maintains historical cost data.
Reviews designs and specifications for cost effectiveness and suggests alternatives where appropriate.
Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements.
Individual contributor with no subordinates.
Management and Qualifications Management Responsibilities:
Individual Contributor
Preferred Qualifications
BS or MS graduate in Construction Management or related field is preferred, but not required.
Field and/or project experience is a plus.
Preferred Skills
InEight and other estimating software skills are a requirement.
Microsoft Excel proficiency.
Microsoft Access proficiency.
Complex estimating principles and practices including conceptual estimating.
Cost analysis.
Mathematical skills.
Project design scopes.
Consulting skills.
Analytical skills.
Interpret and understand specifications and contracts.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Good presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
Calculator proficiency.
Minimum Qualifications
6 to 20 years of relevant experience, including some estimating experience, is required.
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
Salary Plan and Job Grade Salary Plan:
EST: Estimating
Job Grade:
016
Black & Veatch endeavors to make www.bv.com/careers accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622 or via our accommodations request form. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.
General inquiries about the status of applications will not be returned.
Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy. Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program. To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time. A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the BV Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.
We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company\'s long-term achievements—and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership. By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.
BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.
For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here.
Notice to External Search Firms:
Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.
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Company:
Black & Veatch Corporation
Req Id:
114157
Opportunity Type:
Staff
Relocation eligible:
Yes
Full time/Part time:
Full-Time
Project Only Hire:
No
Visa Sponsorship Available:
No
Job Summary Prepares and reviews lump sum, unit rate and cost plus estimates ranging from simple cost analysis to definitive estimates in support of proposals, project controls and project change orders encompassing all elements of electrical infrastructure. As a Discipline Estimator for Substation, Transmission, Distribution, and Switchyard projects, you will be responsible for taking off, compiling, and reviewing bids and proposals for high-voltage and medium-voltage electrical infrastructure.
The Team Technology, Industrial & Governments is a strategically aligned sector comprised of market segments served through enterprise Solutions. The sector delivers integrated capabilities across Distributed Infrastructure, Integrated Facilities, and Mission Critical Solutions to support federal, industrial, and technology driven clients across public and private markets.
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for conceptual estimating, cost analysis and estimate coordination and consolidation.
Reviews the design scope and develops quantities.
Performs productivity analysis of estimates, prepares 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 develops the estimate basis.
Updates and maintains historical cost data.
Reviews designs and specifications for cost effectiveness and suggests alternatives where appropriate.
Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements.
Individual contributor with no subordinates.
Management and Qualifications Management Responsibilities:
Individual Contributor
Preferred Qualifications
BS or MS graduate in Construction Management or related field is preferred, but not required.
Field and/or project experience is a plus.
Preferred Skills
InEight and other estimating software skills are a requirement.
Microsoft Excel proficiency.
Microsoft Access proficiency.
Complex estimating principles and practices including conceptual estimating.
Cost analysis.
Mathematical skills.
Project design scopes.
Consulting skills.
Analytical skills.
Interpret and understand specifications and contracts.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Good presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
Calculator proficiency.
Minimum Qualifications
6 to 20 years of relevant experience, including some estimating experience, is required.
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
Salary Plan and Job Grade Salary Plan:
EST: Estimating
Job Grade:
016
Black & Veatch endeavors to make www.bv.com/careers accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622 or via our accommodations request form. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.
General inquiries about the status of applications will not be returned.
Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy. Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program. To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time. A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the BV Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.
We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company\'s long-term achievements—and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership. By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.
BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.
For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here.
Notice to External Search Firms:
Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.
#J-18808-Ljbffr