Job Description
We are working with an established heavy civil contractor in Arizona that is looking to add an experienced Estimator to its Water/Wastewater construction team.
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This is an opportunity to join a well-established contractor delivering municipal water, wastewater and infrastructure projects throughout Arizona. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing accurate and competitive estimates across a variety of civil and water infrastructure projects.
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As an Estimator, you will review project plans and specifications, develop detailed cost estimates and work closely with project teams, subcontractors and suppliers throughout the bidding process.
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Responsibilities will include:
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- Preparing detailed estimates covering labor, materials, equipment and subcontractor costs
- Reviewing plans, specifications and bid documents to determine project scope
- Completing quantity takeoffs and developing pricing for civil construction activities
- Soliciting and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations
- Developing labor and equipment production assumptions
- Reviewing historical project costs and bid-versus-actual performance
- Identifying project risks, constructability concerns and potential cost impacts
- Visiting project sites as required during the estimating process
- Supporting bid reviews, presentations and contractor/client discussions
- Working closely with operations and project management teams during project handover
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What We’re Looking For
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- 5+ years of estimating or related heavy civil construction experience
- Experience within water, wastewater, wet utilities, underground utilities or municipal infrastructure
- Strong understanding of civil construction methods, materials and equipment
- Experience preparing detailed quantity takeoffs and construction cost estimates
- Ability to read and interpret civil plans and specifications
- Strong understanding of subcontractor and supplier pricing
- Experience with self-perform civil construction is highly desirable
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related discipline preferred, although equivalent industry experience will also be considered
- Strong communication, organization and attention to detail
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Experience estimating projects involving water treatment, wastewater treatment, pump stations, pipelines, underground utilities, earthwork or structural concrete would be particularly relevant.
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This position offers the opportunity to join an established Arizona contractor with a strong pipeline of municipal and infrastructure work.
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The role provides long-term career potential for an estimator looking to work on complex heavy civil and Water/Wastewater projects while collaborating closely with experienced estimating and operations teams.
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If you have a background in heavy civil or Water/Wastewater estimating and would be interested in hearing more, please apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation.