Lead Civil Estimator

Position SummaryWe are seeking a skilled and entrepreneurial Estimator with specialized experience in electric and gas utility infrastructure. This role plays a key part in securing utility contracts, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting long-term partnerships. The ideal candidate brings a methodical, stakeholder-conscious approach and understands the logistical, environmental, and operational nuances of utility work.Key ResponsibilitiesEstimating & Cost Analysis· Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil scopes tied to pipelines, substations, transmission, underground distribution, vaults, duct banks, transformer pads, switchgear foundations, and trenchless installations· Analyze labor, equipment, logistics, production rates, and material costs to prepare timely and accurate bid estimates while ensuring profitability· Estimate pricing for new projects and change orders on existing contracts· Coordinate with field supervisors to validate constructability and sequencing assumptions· Track scope changes and update estimates to reflect evolving utility requirements· Maintains the estimating database for the company· Ensure that all cost estimates are accurate and provide contingency recommendationsStakeholder Engagement & Collaboration· Attend pre-bid meetings and site walkdowns to assess project site conditions· Collaborate with utility engineers, project managers, and procurement teams to align estimates with the client's operational needs· Present estimates and proposals to clients, internal stakeholders, and regulatory bodiesBusiness Development· Establish and maintain relationships with owners, general contractors, and suppliers· Support proposal development for electric and gas utility clients· Identify emerging utility opportunities and contribute to go/no-go decisions· Develop client-specific estimating strategies to enhance win rates and profitabilityQualifications· Minimum of 8 years of years of civil estimating experience, with 2+ years in utility-related projects· Ability to read and comprehend project bid instructions and specifications· Extensive knowledge and field experience associated with excavation, concrete construction, concrete footings, structural slabs, and foundations and other civil scopes· Proficiency in estimating software· Ability to interpret utility drawings, detailed prints, civil site plans, and other specifications to develop conceptual, lump sum, or unit pricing bids· Strong verbal and written communication skills for dealing with utility staff, contractors, suppliers, purchasing, sales and others· Familiarity with utility safety standards, environmental regulations, and stakeholder protocols· Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field preferred; or equivalent experiencePreferred Attributes· Strong judgment in balancing cost, quality, and schedule· Familiarity with project management best practices and scheduling software· Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on growing business opportunities· Commitment to sustainability and community-conscious construction practices· Self-motivated, with the ability to work equally well on own as well as in a team environment· Change management champion that develops and supports the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives for the company

Created: 2025-09-28