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Location: Long Beach, CA (Greater Los Angeles, Orange County, Inland Empire) | Schedule: Full-Time | Compensation: Commensurate with Experience

Overview

A self-performing heavy civil contractor specializing in underground wet utility construction is seeking a Senior Estimator to manage the full estimating process for water, sewer, and storm drain projects. This role is critical to accurately pricing complex urban utility work and ensuring a smooth transition from winning bids to field execution.

What you'll do

• Prepare detailed estimates for wet utility projects including water, sewer, and storm drain systems
• Develop cost estimates from concept through completion, including transitioning winning bids to operations
• Analyze project plans, specifications, and requirements to determine scope and cost
• Evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Incorporate field input and historical data to refine estimates and construction methodologies
• Support operations with change order pricing, value engineering, and alternative method analysis
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and project partners
• Ensure all estimates are compliant with company standards and reflect realistic project execution strategies

Required qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience estimating wet utility projects (water, sewer, storm drain)
• Strong knowledge of underground utility construction, paving, and concrete work as related to utility installations
• Must have worked for a self-performing general engineering contractor performing at-risk work (not CM or government-only estimating)
• Experience working on urban street projects with existing utilities and traffic conditions
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with operations teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with Hard Dollar, HeavyBid, or HCSS estimating software
• Experience with Bluebeam (PDF markup & takeoff)
• Experience with Primavera P6 or other scheduling software
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar design review tools

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 100% employer-paid Health, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance for employee
• Health insurance coverage for employee and family
• Company vehicle and gas card provided
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Profit-sharing plan

Why this role

This position offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with comprehensive benefits including fully employer-paid insurance coverage, a company vehicle and gas card, 401(k), and profit-sharing.