Senior Estimator

Job Description

Looking for an estimator who can own the full journey. from first bid to final contract, on some of the region's most complex heavy underground utility projects?

We're a well-established, growing infrastructure and construction firm seeking a Senior Estimator to lead cost estimating and project management for large-scale heavy underground water resources and mechanical construction projects. This role goes beyond number-crunching, you'll shape project scope, drive strategy from bid to execution, and work directly with clients and contractors to bring critical infrastructure projects to life.

What you'll own:

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• Developing accurate, detailed cost estimates on large, complex heavy construction projects
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• Preparing and analyzing material and quantity take-offs
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• Reviewing bid documents, drawings, specifications, and commercial terms
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• Building and maintaining full Project Management Plans — scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, and change control
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• Preparing bid proposals and scopes of work, and driving them through to signed contracts
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• Partnering closely with clients, contractors, and third-party providers throughout project development
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What you bring:

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• Estimating and project management experience in heavy construction, specifically underground utilities (gas, water, sanitary, steam, or mechanical piping)
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• Strong understanding of underground water resources: distribution and transmission mains, pump stations, treatment systems, and storage tanks
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• Experience with HCSS Heavy Bid or similar bidding software
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• Strong Excel skills and sharp attention to detail
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• Solid grasp of the full utility project lifecycle — from feasibility and design through construction, startup, and transfer to operations
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• Strong written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills
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Why this role:

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• Competitive salary: $125,000–$190,000 (based on experience)
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• Full health and dental benefits
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• Paid vacation
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• The chance to lead high-impact infrastructure projects with a company built on decades of design-build excellence
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If you're an experienced estimator ready to take ownership of complex utility projects — or you're hungry to grow into that role — let's talk. Send a message or apply directly; confidential inquiries welcome.