T-Line Estimator - Power Delivery

Location:

Lenexa, KS, US

Requisition : 179232

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Delivery

Market: Power

Employment Type: Full Time

Kiewit Power Delivery Group is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced T-Line Estimator to join our team. This role involves preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for transmission line projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering and construction, with a focus on high-voltage projects.

Kiewit Power Delivery is a full-service engineering and construction solutions provider, completing projects of all sizes and complexities. Across North America, our experience spans all transmission and distribution market aspects from high-voltage overhead and underground transmission to distribution design, automation design, and construction capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the electric utility, renewable energy, industrial, and oil and gas markets.

This position is based out of Lenexa, KS.

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for transmission line projects, including materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Analyze project plans, specifications, and other documentation to develop comprehensive estimates.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate and competitive bids.
• Review and validate subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Identify potential risks and opportunities in the estimating process.
• Maintain and update historical cost data and estimating tools.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits to gather information for accurate estimates.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior estimators and other team members.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in estimating for transmission line projects.
• Strong knowledge of high voltage electrical systems and construction practices.
• Proficiency in estimating software and tools, such as Primavera, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects is a plus.

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal‑opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business.
We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.