Lead Estimator - Data Center Utilities - Warrenton, VA

Michael Page; Warrenton (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Company vehicle

Disability insurance

Flexible schedule

Career growth

Job summary

Michael Page seeks a Lead Estimator to oversee the estimating function for dry utility projects, collaborating with operations, project management, and field teams.

You will prepare comprehensive cost estimates for electrical, telecom, and gas infrastructure, review drawings and bid documents, and perform detailed quantity takeoffs. This role offers visibility and growth within a dynamic, fast‑growing organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years estimating experience in underground utility or related infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of dry utility construction and trenchless methods.
• Proficiency with HeavyBid, Excel, and Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

• Oversee estimating for underground dry utility projects with operations and field teams.
• Prepare comprehensive cost estimates for electrical, telecom, and gas work.
• Review drawings and bid documents to develop pricing strategies and bid packages.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, and equipment.
• Solicit and evaluate quotations to ensure competitive pricing and avoid risk.

Skills

Estimating

Underground utilities

HeavyBid

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

Tools

HeavyBid

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join a fast-growing underground utility contractor as a Lead Estimator and play a key role in shaping the company's future estimating operations. This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on major data center and power infrastructure projects while helping build processes and mentor a developing team.

Our client is a well-established utility contractor specializing in underground utility installation and trenchless construction solutions for large-scale infrastructure projects. With more than 70 employees and annual revenues exceeding $50 million, the organization has earned a strong reputation for delivering complex work in the data center and power generation sectors.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Lead Estimator to help drive estimating excellence and support ongoing expansion. The Lead Estimator will work closely with leadership to refine processes, improve bid accuracy, and contribute to the long-term success of the business. This role offers significant visibility and influence, making it an excellent opportunity for an experienced Lead Estimator looking to grow with a dynamic organization.

Description

As the Lead Estimator, you will oversee the estimating function for underground dry utility projects while partnering with operations, project management, and field teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive cost estimates for dry utility projects, including electrical, telecommunications, and gas infrastructure work.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and bid documents to develop accurate pricing strategies.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, and equipment.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations to ensure competitive and reliable pricing.
• Compile and submit complete bid packages in accordance with project requirements and deadlines.
• Analyze project budgets, identify potential cost risks, and recommend value-saving opportunities.
• Track actual project costs against original estimates to improve future estimating accuracy.
• Evaluate project risks related to site conditions, scheduling constraints, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field personnel to ensure estimates reflect real-world construction methods.
• Maintain organized documentation of estimates, assumptions, revisions, and bid records.
• Support the continued development and improvement of estimating processes and procedures.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior estimating staff.

Profile

• 10+ years of estimating experience within underground utilities, civil construction, or related infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of dry utility construction, trenchless installation, and underground utility systems.
• Proficiency with HeavyBid, Microsoft Excel, and Bluebeam.
• Experience preparing complex bids and estimates for large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to assess project risks and develop practical mitigation strategies.
• Effective communicator who can collaborate across estimating, operations, project management, and field teams.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Ambitious professional interested in helping build and improve company processes.
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities with the ability to develop junior team members.

Job Offer

• Base salary up to $175,000, depending on experience
• 401(k) with 6% company match
• United Healthcare coverage with company-paid deductible
• Company vehicle and gas card for applicable field-based personnel and project management staff
• Short-term disability coverage
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible scheduling with typical office hours of 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Opportunity for significant career growth within a rapidly expanding organization

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.