Estimator Construction Civil- Private Works

Construction Estimator - Water/Wastewater/Sewer/Underground/Storm Drain - Private Works Last Updated: 2/6/25 Livermore, CA - Full-time - $160,000 - $190,000 Currently looking for an experienced Private Works Estimator in Water/Wastewater Storm Drain Pipelines, Pump Stations, Underground to fill an opening with a leader in water/wastewater public works pipelines and treatment plant construction in Livermore, CA. Interested candidates must not have more than 3 jobs in the last 10 years and have at least 10 years plus of HCSS estimating and bidding for public works‑Sewer, Water, Storm Drain. Responsibilities of the Construction Estimator Prepare cost estimates on proposals, projects and studies and ensure that the content of the estimate is complete, accurate and meets the requirements of the Estimating Manager. Adjust productivities, material prices, and means/methods depending on varying project conditions. Review solicitation documents such as specifications and drawings to identify risks and opportunities related to competitive pricing. Coordinate and review the variable estimating factors in each area with Engineering, Procurement and Operations. Provide technical advice and assistance to the Estimating Team in the preparation of all levels of estimates ranging in scope and complexity. Assist the Estimating Team with an independent assessment of an estimate’s accuracy (upon completion of the estimate and summarization of all detailed man‑hours, material, construction and home office costs). Coordinate the performance of pricing structure development and application to takeoffs, derived quantities, quantity assumption, and cost allowances. Obtain and verify construction quotations for facilitation of construction projects, addenda’s and contract changes. Obtain and verify subcontractor questions for construction projects and ensures compliance with construction documents. Compile and analyze bids. Develop reports for all review processes. Provide constructability reviews and guidance to the operations team to ensure the preliminary costs of the projects. Actively research, solicit, and develop a network of relationships within the supply chain. Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontractors, and productivity analysis reports in order to continuously improve estimating accuracy. Requirements of the Construction Estimator Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field; equivalent combination of construction field experience, skills and training may be substituted. Minimum of 5 years of experience with estimatingsitework, excavation and backfill, cuts and fills, site improvements, buried yard piping, complex earth support and shoring systems, complex dewatering systems, and other civil construction associated with water and wastewater treatment plants. Previous experience on heavy construction projects or industrial projects. Working knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to discipline desirable. Must be proficient in using MS Word, and Excel. Ability to interface and communicate effectively with others. Experience in the water/wastewater sector. Knowledge or experience in CMAR, CMS, Design-Build or Hard-Bid estimates. Construction field experience. Cost control and scheduling exposure is a plus. Compensation for the Construction Estimator The starting annual salary for this position ranges from $160,000- $190,000 DOE, plus discretionary annual bonus, Full Medical coverage and paid vacation/PTO. Pay: $160,000.00 - $190,000.00 annual salary. #J-18808-Ljbffr LinkPointe Advisors, LLC