Senior Estimator-Dry Utilities Construction
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Overview
Job Description
About the Company
Our client is a highly respected Northern California-based utility contractor with 50 years of continuous operation and annual revenues of $45–50 million. As a Union signatory contractor, the firm has built a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and long-term partnerships.
The company specializes in Utility Joint Trench (dry utilities) construction, including:
- Electric Primary and Secondary Systems
- Telephone, CATV, and Fiber Optic Systems (Utility Company–owned infrastructure)
- Undergrounding of existing overhead power and communication lines in city streets
- Roadway Street Lighting systems
Projects primarily consist of large-scale new residential subdivisions for nationally recognized homebuilders, as well as public works and subcontracted projects for major grading and paving contractors.
This is a stable, established organization with a collaborative culture and a strong pipeline of work.
About the Position
The company is seeking a highly experienced Senior Estimator to lead the company's estimating function and oversee two estimators. This is a senior leadership role focused primarily on:
- Estimating and budgeting
- Bid preparation and submission
- Database management within estimating software
- Team leadership and estimator oversight
While some project management responsibilities are included, the primary emphasis is on accurate, timely, and strategic estimating.
The Senior Estimator will play a critical role in maintaining profitability, ensuring competitive positioning, and building lasting relationships with clients, engineers, suppliers, and general contractors.
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years of estimating experience in heavy civil, utility, or related infrastructure construction
- Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing or mentoring other estimators
Technical Expertise (Required)
Extensive experience with Sage (Timberline) Estimating Software is mandatory, including:
- Producing complete estimates within Sage
- Creating and modifying database items
- Adjusting and developing production labor units
Benefits
- Competitive compensation: $175,000 – $250,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employee and dependents
- Company pays 85% of premiums
- Pension and Profit Sharing Plan
- 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
- Long-term career stability with an established, financially strong contractor
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