Mechanical Estimator - TIC Power

Requisition ID: 180447

Job Level: Entry Level

Home District/Group: TIC Power District

Department: Estimating

Market: Power

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

As a Mechanical Equipment Estimator, you will prepare, review, and present estimates for projects in the power industry. In this role, you will be responsible for performing construction installation manhour and cost analysis, coordinating with multiple internal construction discipline estimators, and acquiring pricing for construction support services.

District Overview

TIC Power (TICP) is a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation that provides direct-hire construction services for Power Generation utilizing a non-union craft force. Strength in estimating and pre-project planning. Constructing cogeneration, combined-cycle, geothermal and waste-to-energy generation and resource facilities. TIC Power builds major EPC power plant projects throughout North America.

Location

This position is based out of Lenexa, KS.

Responsibilities

• Support development of complete mechanical equipment estimates for large, complex power projects across North America
• Determine installation quantities necessary for mechanical work based on drawings, specifications, and past project equipment arrangements
• Develop and review bid packages for subcontractor and suppliers as required for the work
• Develop crane plans and determine construction equipment necessary to install mechanical equipment.
• Review the owner’s RFP and plans/specifications to gain a comprehensive understanding of the project
• Prepare and present your estimate to management team and external clients
• Collaborate with the disciplines to eliminate any gaps in work scope and/or technical deliverables
• Uphold a professional relationship with the estimating team, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers while consulting on various facets of the estimate process
• Stay aware of trends and developments, such as new equipment, methods, and procedures that are developing across the company and industry
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office productions (e.g. Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Experience working with Bluebeam or SketchUp preferred but not required
• Exceptionally strong attention to detail, communicaiton, interpersonal and leadership skills
  
  
  

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.