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Electrical Estimator roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires employers to document recruitment efforts before filing an I-140 petition. Construction and engineering firms regularly sponsor foreign estimators with specialized project-costing and bid-management credentials. Finding employers with active PERM filing history is the first step toward permanent U.S. residency.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 181151
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Constructors District
Department: Estimating
Market: Power
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As an Estimator, you will prepare, review and present discipline estimates for specific project proposal activities. In this role, you will provide estimating assistance and guidance to projects, develop conceptual estimates and perform cost analysis. You will be responsible for assisting in the development of discipline/service estimators, developing and updating historical databases, and assisting in the development of department procedures. Provides direction to others on project/program level tasks.
District Overview
Kiewit Power Constructors (KPC) provides direct-hire construction services for Power Generation utilizing a union craft force. Kiewit Power Constructors builds major EPC power plant and solar projects throughout North America.
Location
The position is based out of Lenexa, KS.
Responsibilities
- Implement and oversee district estimating program and activities including the development of policies and procedures.
- Assist district manager in the review of all estimates; arrange and coordinate second estimates, maintain past cost history and comparable details.
- Maintain training program for estimating staff, update and maintain lead estimator and sponsor manuals, and supervise district scheduling department.
- Maintain district standards for control budgets and district staffing chart, and assign field engineers as needed.
- Coordinate with the business development department in the preparation of proposal documents.
- Ensure training of all new graduates is scheduled for engineers in estimating and Field Engineer duties.
- Provide estimating support for numerous projects, perform quantity takeoffs, and solicit, evaluate, and incorporate vendor or manufacturer material and subcontract pricing.
- Prepare recaps, pricing sheets, bid forms, and other proposal documents for in-house review and bid submittal.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering with an emphasis in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering is preferred
- Strong work ethic and interpersonal, organization, and leadership skills
- Ability to work on a team as well as work independently with little or no supervision
- Experience with standard office computer software
- Proficiency in Primavera Project Planner and exposure to multiple facets of engineering
- Results-oriented with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities
- Ability to travel and relocate as company needs dictate
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.
Requisition ID: 181151
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Constructors District
Department: Estimating
Market: Power
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As an Estimator, you will prepare, review and present discipline estimates for specific project proposal activities. In this role, you will provide estimating assistance and guidance to projects, develop conceptual estimates and perform cost analysis. You will be responsible for assisting in the development of discipline/service estimators, developing and updating historical databases, and assisting in the development of department procedures. Provides direction to others on project/program level tasks.
District Overview
Kiewit Power Constructors (KPC) provides direct-hire construction services for Power Generation utilizing a union craft force. Kiewit Power Constructors builds major EPC power plant and solar projects throughout North America.
Location
The position is based out of Lenexa, KS.
Responsibilities
- Implement and oversee district estimating program and activities including the development of policies and procedures.
- Assist district manager in the review of all estimates; arrange and coordinate second estimates, maintain past cost history and comparable details.
- Maintain training program for estimating staff, update and maintain lead estimator and sponsor manuals, and supervise district scheduling department.
- Maintain district standards for control budgets and district staffing chart, and assign field engineers as needed.
- Coordinate with the business development department in the preparation of proposal documents.
- Ensure training of all new graduates is scheduled for engineers in estimating and Field Engineer duties.
- Provide estimating support for numerous projects, perform quantity takeoffs, and solicit, evaluate, and incorporate vendor or manufacturer material and subcontract pricing.
- Prepare recaps, pricing sheets, bid forms, and other proposal documents for in-house review and bid submittal.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering with an emphasis in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering is preferred
- Strong work ethic and interpersonal, organization, and leadership skills
- Ability to work on a team as well as work independently with little or no supervision
- Experience with standard office computer software
- Proficiency in Primavera Project Planner and exposure to multiple facets of engineering
- Results-oriented with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities
- Ability to travel and relocate as company needs dictate
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Electrical Estimator
Verify your degree meets PERM requirements
PERM labor certification ties your green card to a specific job description. Confirm your engineering or construction management degree aligns with the role's stated minimum requirements before your employer files, since mismatches trigger DOL audits and delay certification.
Target contractors with federal project histories
General contractors and specialty subcontractors bidding on federal projects are subject to E-Verify enrollment, which signals existing compliance infrastructure. These firms are more practiced at PERM documentation and less likely to abandon a sponsorship filing mid-process.
Search for roles using Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Electrical Estimator openings by employers with documented green card filing history, saving you from cold-applying to firms unfamiliar with PERM. Start your search there to focus on employers already set up to sponsor.
Request the prevailing wage tier before signing
Ask the employer which DOL wage level they intend to use in the PERM application. Level I and II designations can create problems at the I-140 stage if your offered salary and experience clearly reflect a Level III or IV position.
Document project-specific estimating software experience
PERM job descriptions for Electrical Estimator roles often list specific software such as ACCUBID or Trimble as minimum requirements. Cross-check your resume against the O*NET occupation profile to ensure your credentials match what the employer will certify to DOL.
Understand the EB-3 timeline for your country of birth
EB-3 priority dates are current for most countries, meaning your I-485 adjustment of status can be filed concurrently with your I-140, collapsing what is otherwise a multi-year wait into a single USCIS processing cycle.
Green Card Electrical Estimator: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Electrical Estimator role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Electrical Estimator positions qualify under EB-3, which covers skilled workers and professionals requiring at least a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. EB-2 applies if the role genuinely requires an advanced degree and your employer can document that in the PERM labor certification. Construction estimating roles with specialized credentials in power systems, commercial bid management, or value engineering can support either category depending on how the job description is written.
How is PERM green card sponsorship different from H-1B for this role?
Unlike the H-1B visa, PERM-based sponsorship leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization period, and EB-3 has no annual lottery. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM requires DOL to certify that no qualified U.S. worker was available, a recruitment process that typically takes six to twelve months before the I-140 petition is even filed. Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, you file for adjustment of status and receive a green card, not just a work visa renewal.
What does the PERM recruitment process look like for an Electrical Estimator position?
Your employer must run a DOL-prescribed recruitment campaign, including print advertising, job postings, and internal notices, over a set period to document that no qualified U.S. worker applied. For professional-level roles, USCIS and DOL require at least ten recruitment steps. Any applicant who meets the PERM-defined minimum requirements can disqualify the filing, so the job description your employer certifies must accurately reflect the role you were genuinely hired to perform.
How do I find Electrical Estimator employers who actively sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate aggregates Electrical Estimator job listings from employers with documented green card and PERM filing history, so you can filter out firms that have never navigated the process. This matters because sponsorship requires employer commitment spanning one to three years, and companies without prior PERM experience frequently abandon filings when the process gets complicated.
Can I use the OFLC Wage Search to check whether an employer's offer supports my PERM application?
Yes. Before accepting an offer, look up the prevailing wage for Electrical Estimator in your employer's metro area using the OFLC Wage Search. DOL certifies PERM applications only when the offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for the relevant experience level. If your offered salary falls below the Level III or IV wage DOL associates with your background, your employer will need to adjust the offer before filing, or the PERM application will be denied.