Senior Estimator (Water/Wastewater)

TL;DR

Senior Estimator (Water/Wastewater): Preparing detailed cost estimates for municipal, government, and private water/wastewater treatment facilities with an accent on quantity takeoffs and estimate compliance. Focus on designing accurate cost projections for complex heavy civil and structural projects, managing multiple timelines, and mentoring junior estimators.

Location: Hybrid at US Regional Offices

Salary: $140,343 - $260,676

Company

A 100% employee-owned global leader in sustainable infrastructure engineering, procurement, consulting, and construction.

What you will do

• Prepare complete and accurate cost estimates for water, wastewater, and heavy civil projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, including assigning crews and productivity for each discipline.
• Coordinate with design, operation, and procurement teams to ensure estimate compliance and accuracy.
• Provide technical advice to design teams for projects ranging from simple factored estimates to multi-billion dollar bids.
• Direct, train, and develop subordinates and Junior Estimators.
• Maintain and improve the company estimating database and formal training programs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8-10 years of estimating experience required.
• Must be based in the US (Hybrid at Regional Offices).
• Visa sponsorship is not available.
• Field and/or project experience.
• Ability to complete pre-employment background checks and drug screening.
• BS or MS in Construction Management or related field is preferred.

Nice to have

• Experience with cost control and scheduling.
• Ability to manage extremely complex multinational joint venture estimates.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% ESOP-owned company, allowing employees to share in financial rewards through stock ownership.
• Comprehensive healthcare portfolio including medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• Company matched 401k plan and pre-taxed accounts.
• Flexible work schedules, paid vacation, holiday, and sick time.
• Additional perks including adoption reimbursement, vendor discounts, and a voluntary legal plan.