Senior Estimator

Spencer Ogden; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Spencer Ogden seeks a Senior Estimator for Foundations to support the growth of foundation construction operations within the electrical infrastructure market. You will own complex bids for transmission, substation and heavy civil projects, focusing on drilled shafts, shallow foundations and concrete work.

The role requires estimating expertise, bid leadership and collaboration with operations, engineering and project management teams across multiple sites in the western US.

Qualifications

• Three years of construction estimating or relevant field experience.
• Experience with drilled shafts, flatwork or shallow foundations.
• Background in electrical infrastructure, transmission, substations or heavy civil construction.
• Strong understanding of construction costs, productivity and project risk.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating tools.
• Degree in construction management, civil engineering or related discipline preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates covering labor, materials, equipment and subcontractors.
• Review drawings, specifications, RFPs and project scopes.
• Perform material, labor and equipment take-offs.
• Lead bid reviews, pre-bid meetings and proposal presentations.
• Develop pricing strategies, risk registers and cost analyses.
• Coordinate with operations, engineering and project management teams.
• Manage client questions and clarifications throughout the bidding process.
• Support project turnover and change-order estimating.
• Mentor and develop junior estimators.

Skills

Estimating experience

Bid management

Project coordination

Education

Construction management degree

Civil engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Senior Estimator – Foundations | Electrical Infrastructure & Heavy Civil

A leading utility and infrastructure contractor is seeking a Senior Estimator to support the continued growth of its foundation construction operations across the electrical infrastructure market.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimator with knowledge of drilled shafts, shallow foundations and concrete flatwork to take ownership of complex bids and help shape the commercial strategy behind major transmission, substation and infrastructure projects.

What you’ll be doing:

• Preparing detailed estimates covering labor, materials, equipment and subcontractors
• Reviewing drawings, specifications, RFPs and project scopes
• Completing material, labor and equipment take-offs
• Leading bid reviews, pre-bid meetings and proposal presentations
• Developing pricing strategies, risk registers and cost analyses
• Coordinating with operations, engineering and project management teams
• Managing client questions and clarifications throughout the bidding process
• Supporting project turnover and change-order estimating
• Mentoring and developing junior estimators

What we’re looking for:

• At least three years of construction estimating or relevant field experience
• Experience with drilled shafts, flatwork or shallow foundations
• Background in electrical infrastructure, transmission, substations or heavy civil construction
• Strong understanding of construction costs, productivity and project risk
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating tools
• A degree in construction management, civil engineering or a related discipline is preferred, although equivalent experience will be considered

This position offers the opportunity to work on complex infrastructure projects within a growing organization with a strong national presence.

Benefits include immediate 401(k) vesting and employer contributions, medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off from day one, disability and life insurance, paid holidays and additional employee wellness benefits.

This role is available in Utah, California, Nevada or Arizona.