Estimator Sr -Senior Estimator – Water​/Wastewater Process Equipment Specialist

Job Summary

The Senior Estimator operates with minimal oversight on preconstruction teams, frequently serving as the principal point of contact with the design team and the owner. Senior estimators are capable of leading all types of project delivery methods and have demonstrated competence in basic and advanced estimating functions. They are knowledgeable regarding cost for all work elements, including mechanical and electrical systems, and prepare estimates, general conditions, and logistics plans that require minimal review by senior staff.

Senior estimators also provide training and mentoring to staff estimators.

• Capably performs basic estimating functions including quantity takeoff, pricing development for all trade work (including mechanical and electrical scopes), and abstracting (including the development and analysis of trade bids).
• Develops estimates for review by senior personnel.
• For projects where third‑party consultants are involved, provide justification and reconciliation of Sundt estimates.
• Leads the preparation of estimating documents/deliverables with minimal oversight from senior personnel, including budget uploads, purchasing plans, subcontracts, purchase orders, general conditions, and project logistics.
• Performs advanced estimating tasks, including serving as the prime point of contact for hard bid pursuits, coordinating constructability reviews, and applying appropriate indirect costs (insurance, taxes, fees).
• Provides coordination with operations to ensure a reasonable schedule, logistics, and staffing plan has been developed.
• Provides feedback to the design team regarding cost and constructability.
• Participates and engages in bid reviews.
• Has a comprehensive understanding of project plans and specifications for assigned scope.
• Participates in site investigations as required.
• Trains and develops junior estimators.
• Reviews junior estimator’s work for accuracy.

• Four‑year engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
• Project experience in one or more key market sectors identified by the business unit.
• LEED, Envision (ENV SP) accreditation and DBIA certification or willingness to obtain.
• Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
• Successful history executing projects as the prime point of contact with minimal oversight for project teams.
• Ten or more years of experience in an estimating role.

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (e.g., steel‑toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest).
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend on an occasional basis.
• May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors.
• Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day.
• Will lift, push, or pull objects on an occasional basis.
• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.
• Ability to travel to job sites as required for investigations, pre‑bid meetings, and client meetings.

Safety Sensitive

Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.

• Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
• Bonus eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
• Industry‑leading health coverage starting the first day
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Medical, health savings, and wellness credits
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Workplace wellness programs
• Mental health program
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee‑owner perks
• Educational assistance
• Sundt Foundation—charitable employee‑owner program