Underground Site Utility Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Estimator - Commercial Underground Wet Site Utilities

The Opportunity

You will play a pivotal role in driving preconstruction success by leading commercial wet utility estimating across the DFW Metroplex. Joining a financially secure, debt-free team with 26 years of stability, you will directly influence our project pipeline using state-of-the-art industry software. This position offers long-term career growth, high-level independence, and a friendly, informal office environment complete with four-legged coworkers.

How You Will Make an Impact

● Prepare precise commercial estimates for storm, water, and sewer utility projects using specialized bidding platforms.

● Analyze civil blueprints, project specifications, and scope requirements to build competitive, highly accurate project bids.

● Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and utility plan reviews using tools such as PlanSwift and HCSS Heavy Bid.

● Collaborate with general contractors, project owners, and internal operations to ensure clear communication throughout the bidding process.

● Partner with accounting and purchasing departments to prepare detailed project budgets and secure competitive pre-bid material quotes.

● Facilitate seamless preconstruction planning and handoffs to the project management team upon award.

● Process, track, and maintain accurate documentation for project change orders and official project correspondence.

● Work with and help develop the estimating team.

Required Qualifications & Experience

● Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial wet utility estimating, specifically focused on commercial storm, water, and sewer systems in the US, preferably the North Texas area.

● Proven track record of independently facilitating the complete bidding process for commercial wet utility projects.

● Demonstrated ability to read and analyze complex civil blueprints, technical specifications, and site development plans.

● Proficiency and hands-on experience using specialized estimating software including PlanSwift, Microsoft Project and HCSS Heavy Bid as well as IsqFt, BuildingConnected, Procore, or SmartBid and standard Microsoft Office applications.

● Knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid extending to the ability to build, update and analyze the estimating data base.

● Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build professional relationships with general contractors, clients, and internal teams.

Additional Qualifications

● Preferred - Active Responsible Managing Employee – Underground (RME-U) or Responsible Master Plumber (RMP) license

● Professional bilingual communication skills a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

● Competitive annual base salary plus performance-based Annual Bonus opportunities.

● Bi-weekly pay cycle and Referral Bonus Program.

● Comprehensive Medical Insurance and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.

● Life and Disability Insurance options.

● Generous Paid Time Off covering holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

● Provided tech package including a smartphone or tablet.

● Ongoing company-paid training and certifications.

● Friendly, dog-friendly office setting with real opportunities for career advancement.

We are a well-established North Texas underground utility contractor located by DFW Airport specializing in commercial and public works infrastructure projects in the DFW Metroplex. Founded in 1999, we offer competitive compensation in a stable work environment and offer opportunities for advancement.

Company Description

We are a well-established North Texas underground utility contractor located by DFW Airport specializing in commercial and public works infrastructure projects in the DFW Metroplex. Founded in 1999, we offer competitive compensation in a stable work environment and offer opportunities for advancement.