Project Estimator

About The Job Cityside Fiber is seeking a motivated Project Estimator to join our New Market Development team. This role is responsible for coordinating early-stage fiber design efforts and creating accurate high-level budgets for right-of-way, HOA, and commercial development projects, and plays a key part in screening, prioritizing, and advancing prospective developments into the pipeline with strong financial and operational alignment. This position reports to the Program Manager for New Market Development and collaborates closely with Engineering, Construction, and Sales to translate market leads into financially viable project opportunities. Success in this position requires financial acumen, fiber-to-the-home knowledge, and strong task management skills, along with the ability to operate in a fast-moving and sometimes ambiguous environment. Responsibilities Assess inbound and proactively sourced opportunities (PUD, HOA, commercial) for fiber deployment potential by developing high-level preliminary fiber network layouts Utilize software applications and design tools to maintain quality records and produce prospecting deliverables Create detailed project cost estimates for fiber deployments, including labor, materials, network equipment, permits, and restoration Leverage GIS data, field inputs, construction benchmarks, and historical project costs to inform estimates Coordinate and lead field surveys and site walks, incorporating field intelligence into early-stage design and cost assumptions Work closely with market development, sales, engineering, finance, and construction teams to align on assumptions and statuses, adjust strategies, refine opportunity assessments, and secure cross-departmental approvals Collaborate with Engineering to ensure estimates align with design standards and network architecture Provide insights that help prioritize markets, neighborhoods, and developments for expansion Prepare and present summary-level and detailed designs, budgets, or reports for executive and project stakeholders Assist the Project Management Office in setting and evaluating project timelines and pipeline projections, and coordinate scheduling with appropriate teams Contribute to a culture of trust, integrity, and collaboration Understand and uphold Cityside Fiber's core purpose and values and be passionate about what we do This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities as business needs evolve. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, Business, or related field 5+ years of experience in estimating, financial analysis, and design for telecom, utilities, or infrastructure planning, including field surveys and both inside and outside plant design and delivery Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with required proficiency in Excel Demonstrated ability to use GIS and prospect mapping tools for fiber design, ROI calculation, and data management Proven expertise in budget creation and management, cost analysis, and reporting Deep understanding of the telecom and fiber deployment lifecycle Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to multi-task and be highly responsive to internal and external clients Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial and performance data to executives and field teams with actionable insight Proven ability to operate in complex, cross-functional workflows with multiple stakeholders Self-starter with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work well under pressure About Cityside Fiber Cityside Fiber is on a mission to deliver high-quality, reliable internet to communities through innovation and a people-first approach. Headquartered in Irvine, CA, we are an emerging telecommunications provider expanding rapidly due to high demand. Our culture is built on innovation, accountability, and trust , and we seek independent thinkers who want to contribute to something big. Location Headquarters in Irvine, CA. [May require travel depending on role.] Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary: $90,000+ annually (dependent on experience) (exempt) Company-sponsored medical & dental for employees (Subsidized for dependents) 401(k) with company match Paid Time Off (PTO), sick leave, and holidays Growth opportunities & career development programs Why Cityside Fiber? Cityside Fiber believes that we all deserve amazing internet! Our core purpose is to create networks that better enable life-changing connectivity in our communities by daring to be different and having our team members put people first all while having fun. We’re building a next-generation internet provider with a focus on innovation, accountability, and trust . At Cityside Fiber, you’ll work with a passionate team, have room for growth, and make a real impact. Cityside Fiber is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. #J-18808-Ljbffr