Project Controls – Sr. Estimator

HDR; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior Estimator in Ann Arbor, Michigan, to focus on developing various cost estimates for market sectors such as Waste and Power. The role involves managing estimates from design drawings, data analysis, and maintaining knowledge of current market conditions.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and at least 10 years of experience, alongside proficiency in estimating software and good communication skills. This is a full-time position with a regular employee status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 10 years' related experience.
• Advanced understanding of Microsoft Office software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review capital cost estimates for various sectors.
• Gather data and analyze cost estimate databases.
• Prepare basis and assumptions documentation.

Skills

Estimating software proficiency

Construction scheduling

Electrical construction knowledge

Good communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

As a Senior Estimator your primary focus will include the development and review of capital cost estimates, construction cost estimates and/or service estimates for a variety of different market sectors including Waste, Power and Industrial. Development of these estimates will typically require application of a crew-based approach including formation of crews from multiple disciplines along with performing quantity takeoffs and estimates from design drawings. Other responsibilities include data gathering and analysis, cost estimate database management, identifying problems and making recommendations, preparing basis and assumptions documentation, and supporting training as well as marketing activities including proposal development. The successful candidate will also be responsible for maintaining awareness of current market conditions, construction methodologies, and other relevant information as needed to gain and maintain expertise in cost estimating.

Primary Location: United States-Michigan-Ann Arbor | Industry: Waste | Schedule: Full-time | Employee Status: Regular | BusinessClass: Project Controls | Job Posting: Jun 17, 2026

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications (one or more): CPE, CCT, CEP, PSP, EVP, PMI-SP, PMP, CCM, PRMP, DRMP, PE
• Preference given to local candidates
• Knowledge and proficiency of estimating software (e.g., Sage, Assemble, RS Means)
• Knowledge of project scheduling, including use of Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6
• The ideal candidate will have an extensive understanding of electrical equipment and materials and be knowledgeable in electrical construction methodologies
• The ability to develop and interpret construction schedules

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Construction Science Engineering or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 10 years' related experience
• Advanced understanding of Microsoft Office software
• Advanced understanding of construction estimating concepts, construction scheduling and elements associated with Risk
• Intermediate Management fundamentals
• Able to lead small project estimates
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. For more information, visit https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.