Underground Utilities Estimator- Senior

Senior Estimator

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Established in 1972, New England Utility Constructors Inc. (NEUCO) has been providing underground utility construction solutions to New England for five decades. Known for safety, quality, and excellence, NEUCO specializes in pipeline and natural gas distribution construction. Our well-trained and professional staff aims for excellence on every project. Paid training and development. NEUCO is seeking a Senior Estimator to take full ownership of project estimates from takeoff through bid submission, supporting complex gas utility and infrastructure work across New England. This role is responsible for delivering complete, accurate, and execution-ready estimates along with initial schedule using B2W and Primavera P6, including all quantity takeoffs, crew modeling, production rates, and construction sequencing. The Senior Estimator will operate independently on assigned bids, with final pricing and strategy support and review led by the Special Projects Manager. This is a full-time, in-office position, and includes participation in Pre-Bid Conference Calls and Pre-Bid Site Visits. Lead the development of unit‑price and lump‑sum estimates for utility infrastructure projects.

Participate in PreBid Conference Calls and PreBid Site Visits

Obtain quotes from required vendors and subcontractors for defined scopes

Develop unit price and lump sum estimates

Define crew sizes, production rates, and equipment needs

Ensure alignment with contract requirements, specifications, and permits

Coordinate with Supervisors and Project Managers

Assist with RFP reviews, risk identification, and scope gap analysis

Support project handoff to Operations upon award (review estimate, means & methods, pay items, assumptions, schedule)

Support initial administrative setup (job setup, initial pay requisition development)

High School Diploma or equivalent

• 5+ years experience estimating civil utility construction projects such as water mains, storm drain infrastructure, sewers and other underground projects
• Knowledge of and skill in using computer software, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and computerized cost data and systems
• Solid communication skills to prepare estimates, interact with customers, and support ops
• Competitive Benefit Package including Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Vacation/Sick Time and Paid Holidays
• Potential Bonus Opportunities
• Weekly Payroll

Work is performed in a typical indoor office environment

Mobility required within an office, warehouse and construction site environments

Must be able to read documents, use a computer, communicate verbally and in writing

Legal Stuff

Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify

Centuri and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Centuri Group and our subsidiaries we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.