Estimator - Heavy Civil Underground Utilities

Balfour Beatty US; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life

Health Savings Account

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

And more!

Job summary

Balfour Beatty US is seeking an experienced Estimator to lead cost estimation for heavy civil underground utilities across public works and private development markets. You will develop bids, perform takeoffs, and coordinate with operations to transition projects from award to execution.

The role emphasizes knowledge of underground water, sewer, and storm drain systems, with precedence given to those who can deliver accurate, timely estimates using industry software.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction.
• Strong experience with underground wet utilities (water systems, sanitary sewer, storm drain).
• Experience with public works and municipal projects; proficiency with estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates and bid proposals for underground utility projects.
• Review plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing analysis.
• Manage estimates using HCSS HeavyBid or similar software.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Identify project risks, opportunities, and value-engineering solutions.
• Support preconstruction planning, budgeting, and project handoff.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, clients, and business partners.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

Job description

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.

Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).

Our Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• And more!

Estimator - Heavy Civil Underground Utilities

Join the Balfour Beatty Team

Balfour Beatty is seeking an experienced Estimator with a strong background in heavy civil construction and underground wet utilities to join our growing team.

This role will lead estimating efforts for complex infrastructure projects including storm drain, sanitary sewer, and water systems across public works and private development markets. You'll play a key role in developing competitive bids, supporting preconstruction activities, and partnering with operations teams to successfully transition projects from award to execution.

If you're an experienced estimator who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys working on high-profile infrastructure projects, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Develop detailed cost estimates and bid proposals for underground utility projects.
• Review plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing analysis.
• Manage estimates using HCSS HeavyBid or similar software.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Identify project risks, opportunities, and value-engineering solutions.
• Support preconstruction planning, budgeting, and project handoff.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, clients, and business partners.

What We're Looking For

• 3 to 5 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction.
• Strong experience with underground wet utilities, including:
• Water systems
• Sanitary sewer
• Storm drain infrastructure
• Experience estimating public works and municipal projects.
• Proficiency with HCSS HeavyBid, Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, or similar estimating software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates while meeting deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Knowledge of heavy civil construction markets.
• Experience with Design-Bid-Build, CMAR, Design-Build, or JOC project delivery methods.

The base compensation range for the role of Estimator role posted above is $95,000 to $130,000 annually.

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.