Senior Estimator

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:

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

What you bring:

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

Why this role:

• Competitive salary: $125,000–$190,000 (based on experience)
• Full health and dental benefits
• Paid vacation
• The chance to lead high-impact infrastructure projects with a company built on decades of design-build excellence

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.