Senior Estimator

Senior Heavy Civil Estimator - Underground Utilities

Location: Houston, Texas

Employment Type: Full-Time, In-Office

Remote Work: Not Available

We are seeking an experienced Senior Heavy Civil Estimator with a strong background in underground utility and civil construction. This is a full-time, in-office position for an estimator who understands field operations, production rates, and complete project costs.

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for heavy civil and underground utility projects.
• Review construction plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, bid forms, addenda, and other contract documents.
• Estimate labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, production rates, and crew costs.
• Develop complete estimates for:
• Dirt work and site development
• Concrete work
• Large-diameter water lines
• Sanitary sewer systems
• Storm sewer systems
• Lift stations
• Related underground utility work
• Solicit and evaluate quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Compare proposals, verify coverage, and identify exclusions or scope gaps.
• Coordinate with project managers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal team members during the bidding process.
• Prepare clear bid summaries, pricing breakdowns, and supporting estimate documentation.
• Review project risks, site conditions, and construction requirements before bid submission.

• Minimum of 6 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction or underground utilities.
• Strong understanding of labor productivity, equipment utilization, crew composition, material costs, and construction methods.
• Proven ability to perform detailed quantity takeoffs and prepare complete project estimates.
• Experience reviewing civil plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, bid forms, and addenda.
• Ability to obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify missing scope, discrepancies, and potential project risks.
• Good communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and meet strict deadlines.

• Experience working in the Houston or Texas heavy civil construction market
  .
• Knowledge of local subcontractors, suppliers, labor conditions, and construction practices.
• Experience estimating municipal, commercial, and private underground utility projects.

This position is specifically for a heavy civil and underground utility estimator
. We are not seeking a plumbing estimator
.

Candidates must be available to work full-time from our office. Remote or hybrid arrangements are not available.