Senior Wet Utility Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their growing team in Sylmar, CA . This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated construction professional with a strong background estimating and winning wet utility infrastructure projects throughout Southern California.

The ideal candidate will have a proven history of successfully bidding and securing projects involving storm drain, sewer, water, and large-diameter water pipeline construction . This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth and success of a respected underground utility contractor.

Position Summary

The Senior Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates, performing quantity takeoffs, soliciting subcontractor and supplier pricing, identifying project risks, and developing winning bid strategies for public works and private-sector utility projects throughout Southern California.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for wet utility construction projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs from plans and specifications.
• Analyze project documents, bid requirements, and contract specifications.
• Develop accurate labor, equipment, material, and subcontractor pricing.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identify project risks, opportunities, and value-engineering solutions.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits as required.
• Coordinate with operations, project management, and executive leadership during the bidding process.
• Assist in preparing bid proposals and presentations.
• Track bid results and maintain estimating databases.
• Build and maintain relationships with municipalities, developers, engineers, utility agencies, subcontractors, and vendors.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience successfully bidding and winning wet utility construction projects in Southern California.
• Demonstrated estimating experience involving:
  • Storm drain systems
  • Sewer mains and force mains
  • Water distribution systems
  • Large-diameter water transmission pipelines
• Strong knowledge of underground utility construction methods, sequencing, and production rates.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and contract documents.
• Experience estimating public works, municipal, and utility infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of labor, equipment, materials, subcontractor pricing, and overall project costing.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and construction estimating software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience estimating projects for cities, counties, water districts, and public agencies throughout Southern California.
• Knowledge of local utility standards and agency requirements.
• Experience with HCSS HeavyBid, Bid2Win, AGTEK, Bluebeam, or similar estimating software.
• Familiarity with prevailing wage and public works bidding requirements.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Career growth opportunities
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment

Company Description

LVI Associates exists to enable exceptional careers around the world; we connect exceptional talent, with exceptional opportunities.

We believe that every professional should benefit from the advice of a trusted partner throughout their career.

We provide that partnership to mid to senior level professionals within the Energy, Environmental & Infrastructure spaces through our network of micro-specialist consultants.

Each team within LVI Associates focuses on a specialist area of Energy & Infrastructure. I specialise in sourcing and placing senior level candidates within the bridges and highway construction spaces.

Make LVI Associates your career partner; ensure your career journey is exceptional.

Company Description

LVI Associates exists to enable exceptional careers around the world; we connect exceptional talent, with exceptional opportunities.\r\n\r\nWe believe that every professional should benefit from the advice of a trusted partner throughout their career.\r\n\r\nWe provide that partnership to mid to senior level professionals within the Energy, Environmental & Infrastructure spaces through our network of micro-specialist consultants.\r\n\r\nEach team within LVI Associates focuses on a specialist area of Energy & Infrastructure. I specialise in sourcing and placing senior level candidates within the bridges and highway construction spaces. \r\n\r\nMake LVI Associates your career partner; ensure your career journey is exceptional.