Pipe Estimator - Oil, Gas, & Chemical

Requisition ID: 173678 Job Level: Senior Level Home District/Group: Kiewit Energy US District Department: Estimating Market: OGC Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview Are you interested in understanding a construction project from a 30,000-foot view? At Kiewit, one of our keys to company stability is winning work at the right price. Without some of the best estimators in the business, we wouldn’t be where we are today and we’re currently looking for a few more to join our growing team. If you enjoy planning, and evaluating a project or constructing and understanding unit and labor cost methods, estimating may be the right career path for you. District Overview Kiewit Energy was established to better serve the diverse and expanding energy market. Kiewit Energy provides cohesive engineering, procurement and construction services to the oil, gas, refining, chemicals, petrochemicals, biofuels, and other process industries. Early Contract Involvement presence offering clients long-term relationships, providing integrated schedules, realistic construction estimates, and construction driven execution planning. Location This position is located in the Energy Corridor in the greater Houston, TX area. One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs. Responsibilities Provide and/or coordinate full estimating services on large, complex heavy mechanical/piping construction for Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects to the Oil, Gas, & Chemical industry. Develop project estimates requiring bid information. Prepare the estimates to ensure all factors are properly considered, priced, and included in the estimate summary. Other duties will include performing site visits, investigations, job cost projections/ audits and constructability studies. Estimating: Assist in reviewing and analyzing historical data relative to the project, incorporating various productions and costs appropriate in preparation of a bid Complete a plan and specification review for an assigned project, assessing the risk areas and bringing them to the attention of the Senior Estimator Complete material and quantity takeoffs according to bid documents Qualifications Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related degree preferred Broad knowledge and ability to understand project scheduling, cost control, specifications, and engineering drawings Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office products (e.g. Excel, Work, Outlook, PowerPoint) Possess strong mathematical and computer skills Must be able to meet deadlines Effective oral and written communication skills Candidates must possess a strong work ethic Work independently as well as part of a team Strong interpersonal and organizational skills Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies Research services for methods, costs and construction techniques Knowledge of construction safety and current federal & OSHA Requirements is preferred Must be willing to travel and /or potentially relocate as the job requires Other Requirements: 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. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.