Estimator

InfraSource Construction, LLC; Plymouth Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Defined career path

Retirement plan

Job summary

InfraSource seeks an Estimator to develop bids for electric and gas utility infrastructure in the Midwest and Eastern US. The role requires 20–30% travel for meetings, site visits, and business development, with collaboration across operations and project stakeholders.

You will perform detailed estimates, assess constructability, identify risks, and prepare proposals with assumptions and clarifications. Strong MS Office and technical writing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field.
• 2 years’ experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.”
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent technical writing and quantity takeoff skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for electric and gas infrastructure projects.
• Review requirements with operations and stakeholders.
• Identify cost elements: labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, risks.
• Provide constructability inputs and project methodologies.
• Present estimates to management for review and approval.

Skills

Technical writing

Quantity takeoffs

Independent / self-starter

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

2 years of experience

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

About Us

Are you passionate about creating sustainable and innovative infrastructure solutions? Do you want to be part of a dynamic team that's shaping the future of our communities? At InfraSource, we’re looking for forward-thinking problem solvers ready to make a real impact. Join us to collaborate with industry leaders, leverage cutting-edge technology, and drive projects that matter. Let’s build a brighter, more connected world together.

About this Role

IFS InfraSource is looking for an experienced Estimator to join our team. Responsibilities include timely and accurate development of bids and proposals for the management and construction of electric and gas utility infrastructure in the Midwest and Eastern region of the US.

What You'll Do

• This role requires 20–30% travel for customer meetings, site visits, job walks, and regional business development support
• Review work requirements and scopes with local operations and project stakeholders
• Perform detailed estimating for electric and gas infrastructure projects, including constructability considerations and project-specific methodologies
• Research and define cost elements including labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and project risks
• Identify risks, develop contingencies, and proactively propose constructability solutions
• Prepare detailed written proposals including clarifications, exceptions, and assumptions
• Present draft estimates to upper management for review, risk assessment, and approval
• Submit final approved bids to customers within required timelines
• Maintain well organized estimate documentation and back up files
• Maintain strong communication with existing customers to support ongoing relationships
• Collaborate with the Business Development team on key pursuits and large customer engagements
• Obtain a thorough understanding of project scope, construction methods, timelines, and customer expectations
• Attend pre bid or project scoping meetings, ask relevant project related questions, and accurately record customer responses and key discussion topics
• Conduct job site visits to evaluate site conditions, verify constructability, and gather information required for estimating
• Provide necessary project documentation to field operations, project management, and administrative staff
• Participate in contract pre planning meetings
• Assist in preparing and submitting project or contract deliverables as required by customers and InfraSource internal processes
• Support field personnel with developing and documenting change orders and negotiate resolutions with customers when disputes arise

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years’ experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required including military service. Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Expert in MS Office Applications: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point
• Expert organizer (notes, files, documents, etc.)
• Proficient in Technical Writing/Correspondence
• Proficient in reading prints and performing quantity and material takeoffs
• The successful candidate will be a self-starter who works well independently, takes initiative, and has strong relationship building skills

What You’ll Get

• Paid on-the-job technical and professional training
• Defined career path for future growth
• Competitive wages and industry-leading benefits including Retirement Plan

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.