Estimator - Water / Wastewater

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Job details:
Employee Ownership, Work/Life Balance, Growth opportunity!

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kellie Hatcher
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Salary: $125,000 - $145,000 per year


A bit about us:

Join a premier general engineering contractor with over 40 years of success in the Southwest, renowned for its outstanding reputation, strong employee retention, and commitment to excellence. This company has cultivated long-term relationships with repeat clients, consistently delivering high-quality results in the water and wastewater industry. As an employee-owned company, everyone on their team shares in the success they help create, fostering a collaborative, dedicated, and growth-oriented culture.

This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to be part of a stable, respected organization that values its people as its greatest asset.


Why join us?

This is an opportunity to join a Southwest water industry leader, delivering impactful projects that shape communities. You’ll be part of a team that values expertise, fosters growth, and provides the resources needed to excel in your career.

Employee Appreciation and Value:

• Base Salary from $125-145K/yr. DOE
• Great benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Employee ownership and 401k
• Company vehicle or allowance + gas card
• Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays
• Annual performance bonus
• Relocation assistance
  
  
  

Job Details

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience and a proven track record of delivering accurate estimates for complex projects. As an Estimator, you’ll play a lead role in successfully bidding our water and wastewater projects, working closely with a collaborative and supportive team. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to mentor and guide less experienced team members, fostering their growth and contributing to a strong, cohesive team.

(*If you have experience estimating concrete structures (without the water aspect) we also encourage you to apply.)

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop comprehensive bids for water infrastructure projects; including water and wastewater treatment plants with the scope of excavation, backfill, yard piping, process and mechanical piping, and concrete.
• Lead pricing strategies, perform value engineering, review contracts, and conduct risk analysis.
• Build, develop, and maintain relationships with vendors.
• Collaborate with operational teams to align estimates with project goals and timelines.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to junior team members, sharing knowledge and fostering skill development.
  

Preferred Experience/Skills/Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in heavy civil construction/ with an emphasis in water projects or structural concrete.
• Proficient in estimating software (InEight / Hard Dollar is a huge plus) or B2W, Planswift, HCSS Heavy Bid and Smartbid
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods for self-performed work -structural concrete, process piping systems, water/wastewater process treatment equipment, buried wet utilities, earthworks and structure excavation/backfill and chemical treatment systems, etc.
• College degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred.
• Knowledge of JOC, design-build, CM at Risk, and best-value processes.
  

CANDIDATES:

You do not need to apply directly to any of my posted job ads nationwide.

Simply send your resume to [email protected] with the job title and location in the subject line and I will immediately review your resume. The best info you can provide along with your resume is your PROJECT LIST!

There is never a fee for a candidate.

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