Sr. Estimator

Description

• Maintain strong communication with internal departments, project managers, and clients regarding all estimating activities.
• Apply approved costing methodologies, data, and systems to produce detailed estimate breakdowns for use by project managers and project teams.
• Develop project cost estimates using client RFQ documents, drawings, and all information gathered throughout the bidding and award stages.
• Coordinate and evaluate bid submissions.
• Clearly explain the basis of each estimate, including labor hour assumptions, resource requirements, and task-level cost drivers.
• Support the growth and development of Estimators and support staff through training, guidance, and mentorship.
• Attend client pre-bid meetings and jobsite visits, documenting all relevant verbal and written information communicated during the pre-bid and RFQ process.
• Provide interim departmental oversight when required.
• Prepare comprehensive cost estimates for wet pipeline projects, ensuring all required components—management services, equipment, materials, construction, operations, and related costs—are accurately captured.
• Plan Takeoffs Utilizing Onscreen Programs (Planswift, OST, Bluebeam, Etc…)
• Collaborate with BPC teams throughout the project lifecycle by assisting with change orders, takeoffs, constructability reviews, and cost forecasting.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in project cost estimating/project management with an emphasis in wet pipeline industry projects.
• Ability to present estimate assumptions and results to leadership, clients, and project teams
• Experience preparing competitive bids, proposals, and GMP/Lump Sum estimates
• Advanced knowledge of construction means, methods, and sequencing
• Ability to interpret complex plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong relationship-building skills with clients, subs, and vendors
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Strong quantity takeoff and cost analysis abilities
• Ability to communicate effectively and able to provide high-level service in a fast-paced environment
• Integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment in decision-making
• Full understanding of Civil Drawings, Water District Standards, Soils Reports, & Project Specifications
• Understanding of market pricing, unit costs, and cost trends
• Expertise in developing detailed cost estimates (labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, indirect costs)
• Strong organization and time-management skills
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or civil engineering, preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with value engineering and alternative design solutions
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Proficiency with estimating software (e.g., HeavyBid, Sage, HCSS, Bluebeam, Timberline)
• Skilled at negotiating with subcontractors and suppliers
• Experience mentoring and training junior estimators or support staff
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, project managers, and field teams
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency with entire Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, & Project)
• Ability to assess constructability, site conditions, and project risks

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance