Project Engineer

Requisition ID: 178325 Job Level: Mid Level Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering Department: Design Engineering Market: Industrial Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview Kiewit Industrial and Water Engineering (KIWE) is seeking a Project Engineer for the Lenexa, Kansas office. The Industrial Estimator will be responsible for taking client requested scopes and incorporating solutions from the engineering, procurement, construction and start up services groups to produce an estimate. As an Estimator, you will be responsible for reviewing, analyzing and interpreting contract documents (specifications, drawings, and reference information) to develop detailed, comprehensive cost estimates for various projects throughout Kiewit's industrial market. Core objectives include the application of historical rate and production information and to foster the development and growth of the estimating department through mentoring and improved work processes to meet the needs of industrial clients. District Overview Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service engineering consulting and design firm serving a broad range of industrial markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,300 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve the industrial, transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Our operations-focused engineering provides our clients with safe and efficient facilities, and it integrates our 130 years of construction experience to finish projects on time and to make sure that Nobody Gets Hurt. Our rapidly growing Industrial and Water Engineering team, which includes process, mechanical, electrical, controls, structural, architectural, geotechnical, and civil disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on EPC (Engineer Procure Construct) and design-build delivery of industrial projects in markets such as Food & Beverage, Mineral Processing, Renewable Fuels, Pulp and Paper, Steel & Aluminum, Industrial Buildings, and Industrial Energy, Water and Utilities. Location This position is based out of Lenexa, KS Responsibilities u2022 Develop complete estimates for very large, complex industrial projects. u2022 Ability to review civil deliverables (Drawings) and understand construction needs. u2022 Ability to develop scope from RFP (Request for Proposal) documents and work with discipline team to estimate work without gaps or overlaps. u2022 Identifies and collaborates with his/her discipline team to eliminate any gaps in technical deliverables for estimates. u2022 Brings solutions to team with cost analysis. u2022 Become familiar with industry norms for estimating metrics and ratios to identify and explain reasons for any deviations from these norms. u2022 Promotes efforts to find innovative estimating methods to generate consistent, cost effective and accurate solutions to tight schedules and quick turnaround on estimates. u2022 Become familiar with codes and standards to review engineering design. u2022 Identify relatively common code and spec interpretations that will yield a well-proven, technically compliant but more cost effective, fit-for-purpose design. u2022 Suggest appropriate alternatives for consideration by engineering team as needed to optimize constructability. u2022 Collaborates with engineering team for expertise. u2022 Exhibits consistency in work. u2022 Collaborate with procurement, vendors, and other disciplines to ensure pricing and quantities are correct. u2022 Become familiar with how to be the low bidder. u2022 Read the specifications and develop notes for the unique or extraordinary items. u2022 Become familiar with how to build the project (best practices, sequence, geographical challenges etc.) u2022 Perform Cross-Discipline Communication. u2022 Must be capable of assisting with major technical problems encountered during bid preparation. u2022 Generate and review RFP packages for pricing on engineered equipment, subcontracts, and permanent materials. u2022 Lead estimate review presentations Qualifications u2022 Bacheloru2019s or Masteru2019s Degree in construction-related Technology or Engineering OR extensive and related work experience leading to a thorough understanding of the knowledge, skills and abilities described above. u2022 5+ years of experience in a related role bidding industrial projects is preferred. u2022 Strong attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies. u2022 Strong communication, interpersonal, leadership and team-building skills. u2022 Strong work ethic and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done. u2022 Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products (e.g. Excel, Work, Outlook, PowerPoint). u2022 Work well as a team player with the desire to win the project. #LI-KS23 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 thatu2019s 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. u200b Company: Kiewit

Created: 2026-03-07