Senior Estimator - Wet Utilities

Senior Estimator

The Senior Estimator leads the preparation of accurate, competitive bids for complex underground utility construction projects, including water, sewer, and storm drain systems. This role partners closely with preconstruction, project management, and field leadership to evaluate scope, pricing, risk, and constructability to support successful project execution.

What You'll Do

• Lead the estimating process for complex commercial and municipal underground utility projects from bid invitation through final submission and project hand-off
• Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents to fully understand scope, schedule, and constructability requirements
• Prepare and oversee detailed quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and bid proposals with accuracy and timeliness
• Develop project budgets, cost and revenue projections, and preliminary schedules
• Identify and evaluate project risks and collaborate with the team on mitigation strategies
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and vendor pricing to ensure best value and compliance with bid requirements
• Coordinate with Project Managers and Superintendents to validate production rates, material pricing, and construction approaches
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site walks, and client discussions as needed
• Ensure estimates comply with contract requirements, municipal standards, and company guidelines
• Champion the development and cultivation of client relationships on current and future opportunities
• Analyze past historicals and develop value engineering strategies to continually improve competitive advantage
• Maintain organized estimate files and historical cost data to support continuous improvement
• Mentor, lead and support estimators and take-off coordinators as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
• Minimum of 10 years of experience estimating complex underground utility projects, including water, sewer, and storm drain
• Proven experience with bid-day processes, GMP development, budgeting, and cost forecasting; CMAR/JOC experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of municipal specifications, bid requirements, and MAG standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Project
• Advanced experience with estimating software such as Bid2Win, HCSS HeavyBid, InEight, and similar platforms as well as BlueBeam & OST for document management and take-offs
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills with strong attention to detail