Senior Estimator (Wet Utilities)

u003cdiv class= 'container-fluid iCIMSJobsTable 'u003eu003cdiv class= 'row 'u003eu003cdiv class= 'col-xs-12 title 'u003eu003cdiv id= 'iCIMSHeader ' tabindex= '-1 'u003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eSenior Estimator - Wet Utilities / Pipeline Constructionu003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003cpu003e? u003cstrongu003eLocation:u003c/strongu003e Corona, CAu003cbru003e? u003cstrongu003eCompensation:u003c/strongu003e Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)u003c/pu003eu003chru003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eCompany Overviewu003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003cpu003eFor more than u003cstrongu003e25 yearsu003c/strongu003e, we have been u003cstrongu003eSouthern California’s premier pipeline contractoru003c/strongu003e, specializing in the installation of u003cstrongu003ewet utilitiesu003c/strongu003e including u003cstrongu003esewer, water, storm drain systems, and fire linesu003c/strongu003e. We deliver both conventional and highly complex pipeline projects for u003cstrongu003eleading commercial, industrial, and residential buildersu003c/strongu003e, as well as u003cstrongu003emunicipalities, utilities, and contractorsu003c/strongu003e.u003c/pu003eu003cpu003eWe are proud to have been recognized as a u003cstrongu003eTop Workplace for six consecutive yearsu003c/strongu003e, and we remain committed to maintaining a culture built on u003cstrongu003esafety, teamwork, and mutual respectu003c/strongu003e — for our employees, clients, and partners. As proud members of the u003cstrongu003eLaborers’ Unionu003c/strongu003e, we support the ongoing success and well-being of our team, their families, and our community.u003c/pu003eu003chru003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003ePosition Summaryu003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003cpu003eWe are seeking a highly experienced u003cstrongu003eSenior Estimatoru003c/strongu003e to join our team in u003cstrongu003eCorona, CAu003c/strongu003e. This role is responsible for leading the u003cstrongu003eplanning, coordination, and developmentu003c/strongu003e of detailed and accurate u003cstrongu003eproject cost estimatesu003c/strongu003e for wet pipeline construction projects.u003c/pu003eu003cpu003eThe Senior Estimator serves as a u003cstrongu003ekey technical and strategic resourceu003c/strongu003e, analyzing data, evaluating cost drivers, and preparing comprehensive estimate reviews and presentations. This position reports directly to the u003cstrongu003eChief Estimatoru003c/strongu003e and offers the opportunity to influence company success across major infrastructure projects.u003c/pu003eu003chru003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eKey Responsibilitiesu003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003ePrepare detailed u003cstrongu003ecost estimatesu003c/strongu003e for wet pipeline projects, including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and related indirect costs.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eAttend u003cstrongu003eclient pre-bid meetingsu003c/strongu003e and job site visits; document all relevant information gathered during the RFQ and pre-bid process.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eReview and analyze u003cstrongu003eproject drawings, specifications, and soils reportsu003c/strongu003e to determine accurate scopes of work.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eDevelop and communicate u003cstrongu003eestimate assumptionsu003c/strongu003e, resource requirements, and cost breakdowns.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eMaintain open communication with u003cstrongu003einternal departments, project managers, and clientsu003c/strongu003e throughout the estimating process.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eApply approved u003cstrongu003ecosting methodologies, data systems, and historical performance datau003c/strongu003e to create consistent, reliable estimates.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eLead or participate in u003cstrongu003ebid reviewsu003c/strongu003e, ensuring estimates align with company objectives and client expectations.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eMentor and support junior estimators and administrative staff; provide guidance, feedback, and training.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eCollaborate with project teams post-award to assist with u003cstrongu003etakeoffs, change orders, constructability reviews, and cost forecastingu003c/strongu003e.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eCoordinate and evaluate u003cstrongu003ebid submissionsu003c/strongu003e and subcontractor proposals.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eProvide interim departmental oversight or leadership support as needed.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003ePerform additional duties as assigned by senior leadership.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003chru003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eQualificationsu003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eMinimum u003cstrongu003e10+ years of experienceu003c/strongu003e in u003cstrongu003eproject cost estimating or project managementu003c/strongu003e within the u003cstrongu003ewet pipeline industryu003c/strongu003e.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eStrong understanding of u003cstrongu003ecivil drawings, water district standards, soils reports, and project specificationsu003c/strongu003e.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eProficiency in u003cstrongu003eplan takeoffsu003c/strongu003e using u003cstrongu003ePlanswift, OST, Bluebeamu003c/strongu003e, or similar software.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eProficient in u003cstrongu003eMicrosoft Office Suiteu003c/strongu003e (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project).u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eExcellent u003cstrongu003ecommunication and interpersonalu003c/strongu003e skills with the ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eDemonstrated leadership skills and ability to u003cstrongu003etrain and mentor junior staffu003c/strongu003e.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003chru003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eTechnical u0026Estimating Expertiseu003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eAdvanced knowledge of u003cstrongu003econstruction means, methods, and sequencingu003c/strongu003e.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eSkilled in preparing u003cstrongu003edetailed cost estimatesu003c/strongu003e covering labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and indirect costs.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eStrong u003cstrongu003equantity takeoffu003c/strongu003e and cost analysis experience.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eProficiency in u003cstrongu003eestimating softwareu003c/strongu003e (HeavyBid, HCSS, Sage, Bluebeam, Timberline).u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eAbility to interpret u003cstrongu003ecomplex plans, specifications, and contract documentsu003c/strongu003e.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eUnderstanding of u003cstrongu003emarket pricing, unit costs, and cost trendsu003c/strongu003e.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eProven experience in developing u003cstrongu003ecompetitive bids, proposals, GMP, and lump-sum estimatesu003c/strongu003e.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eCompetency in u003cstrongu003evalue engineeringu003c/strongu003e, risk assessment, and constructability evaluation.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eExcellent u003cstrongu003emathematical, analytical, and critical-thinkingu003c/strongu003e skills.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003chru003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eCommunication u0026Leadershipu003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eStrong written and verbal communication skills.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eAbility to u003cstrongu003epresent estimate assumptions and resultsu003c/strongu003e to executives, clients, and project teams.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eSkilled at u003cstrongu003enegotiating with subcontractors and suppliersu003c/strongu003e.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eProven ability to work cross-functionally with u003cstrongu003eengineers, project managers, and field personnelu003c/strongu003e.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eExperience in u003cstrongu003ementoring and developing estimating teamsu003c/strongu003e.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eStrong relationship-building skills with u003cstrongu003eclients, subcontractors, and vendorsu003c/strongu003e.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003chru003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eProfessional Attributesu003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eHumble and collaborativeu003c/strongu003e leadership style.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eHigh attention to detail and accuracy.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eStrong u003cstrongu003eproblem-solving and decision-makingu003c/strongu003e abilities.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eAbility to work independently with minimal supervision.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eExcellent u003cstrongu003etime management and organizationu003c/strongu003e skills.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eIntegrity, professionalism, and sound judgmentu003c/strongu003e in all interactions.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003chru003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eEducationu003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eBachelor’s degree in u003cstrongu003eConstruction Managementu003c/strongu003e or u003cstrongu003eCivil Engineeringu003c/strongu003e preferred.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eEquivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003chru003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eWhy Join Usu003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003cpu003eThis is an opportunity to join a u003cstrongu003eTop Workplace award-winning contractoru003c/strongu003e that values expertise, teamwork, and personal growth. As a u003cstrongu003eSenior Estimatoru003c/strongu003e, you’ll be part of a respected team shaping Southern California’s infrastructure, supported by a company that truly invests in its people, safety, and success.u003c/pu003eu003c/divu003eu003c/divu003eu003c/divu003eu003c/divu003e ', 'location ': 'Corona, CA ', 'remote ':null, 'jobtype ': 'directhire ', 'remoteoption ': 'no ', 'featuredonjobboard ':false, 'ownedbyagency ':false, 'externalid ': 'CA247-2737960

Created: 2025-12-22