Senior Estimator

Kiely Family of Companies; Tinton Falls (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Kiely Family of Companies is seeking a Senior Estimator to bid cost estimates for utility projects and manage these projects through construction. This role will oversee project schedule preparation, costs, and construction principles, ensuring accurate take-offs and bid accuracy.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of underground water resources and heavy construction, experience with bid software, and strong collaboration with clients and contractors to deliver cost-effective, compliant

Qualifications

• Knowledge of project specifications/construction processes for heavy underground water resources and mechanical construction projects.
• Develop accurate, timely, and detailed cost estimates on large, complex heavy construction projects.
• Prepare and analyze material/quantity take-offs.
• Review bid documents and read plans, quantities, scheduling, forecasting, and estimating.
• Generate RFIs for project clarification and/or requirements.
• Prepare scope of work from quantity take-offs, determine productions, price out project, and complete bid/proposal.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and project data to support bid and estimating activities.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and third-party providers to develop project estimates.
• Prepare bid proposals and SOWs for submittal and follow-up.
• Maintain and update the Project Management Plan for assigned projects including scope, schedule, and cost controls.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Estimating experience

Problem solving

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid

Excel

Job description

Kiely Family of Companiesis an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans). To read more about this, view the EEO is the Law poster and this EEO is the Law Poster Supplement

Since 1952, Kiely Family of Companies has been building lasting relationships and delivering innovative design-build solutions that put our customers’ success first. Founded by John F. Kiely Sr., we have grown into a diversified group of companies whose unique capabilities enhance one another, making us greater than the sum of our parts.

Recognized on the ENR 400, 500, and 600 lists for engineering and construction excellence, KIELY is a leading design‑build, construction, and engineering services provider specializing in infrastructure solutions for the natural gas, water and wastewater, electric, industrial, commercial, and midstream pipeline industries. Our integrated engineering and construction teams deliver turnkey solutions — from initial design and permitting through construction, commissioning, and ongoing support — helping customers build, maintain, and modernize critical infrastructure.

Our culture is built on teamwork, technological innovation, and the highest ethical standards. We refer to our employees as team members because together we empower, partner, and advance—serving a purpose far greater than any individual project. Kiely team members are an elite group of behind-the-scenes professionals who embody our core values and are dedicated to making a meaningful impact.

Since 1952, Kiely Family of Companies has been building lasting relationships and delivering innovative design-build solutions that put our customers’ success first. Founded by John F. Kiely Sr., we have grown into a diversified group of companies whose unique capabilities enhance one another, making us greater than the sum of our parts.

Recognized on the ENR 400, 500, and 600 lists for engineering and construction excellence, KIELY is a leading design‑build, construction, and engineering services provider specializing in infrastructure solutions for the natural gas, water and wastewater, electric, industrial, commercial, and midstream pipeline industries. Our integrated engineering and construction teams deliver turnkey solutions — from initial design and permitting through construction, commissioning, and ongoing support — helping customers build, maintain, and modernize critical infrastructure.

Our culture is built on teamwork, technological innovation, and the highest ethical standards. We refer to our employees as team members because together we empower, partner, and advance—serving a purpose far greater than any individual project. Kiely team members are an elite group of behind-the-scenes professionals who embody our core values and are dedicated to making a meaningful impact.

Position Summary

Kiely Family of Companies is looking for a Senior Estimator to b id cost estimates for utility projects and mana ge these projects through construction. This position will be responsible for project schedule preparation, costs and construction principles.

• Knowledge and understanding of project specifications/construction processes for heavy underground water resources and mechanical construction projects
• Develop accurate, timely, and detailed cost estimates on large, complex heavy construction projects
• Prepare and analyze material/quantity take-offs
• Review bid documents and make note of requirements, read plans, quantities, scheduling, forecasting, and estimating
• Generate RFIs for project clarification and/or requirements
• Prepare scope of work from quantity take-offs, determine productions, price out project, and complete bid/proposal
• Work closely with clients, contractors, and third-party providers in development of a project.
• Responsible for the development, execution and ongoing maintenance of the Project Management Plan for each assigned project. This includes scope, schedule, cost, quality, communication, resource, issues, risks, change control and contractor management plans. Level of detail is driven by project size and complexity
• Prepare bid proposals and SOW’s for submittal and follow–up.
• Expedite execution and return of contracts and agreements
• Establishing and setting priorities according to your workload using time management and organizational skills

Competencies

• Ability to read the construction bid process, interpret drawings, specifications, project date and commercial term
• Ability to use HCSS Heavy bid software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, math and problem-solving skills
• Understanding of underground water resources: distribution and transmission mains, pump stations, treatment systems, and storage tanks
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and ability to recognize discrepancies
• Estimator and Project Management experience in heavy construction specifically in underground utilities: gas/water/sanitary/steam/mechanical piping
• Experience with the use of bidding software; strong Excel skills
• Knowledge of the utility industry
• Understanding of utility expansion projects from feasibility concept, design, construction, startup, commissioning and transfer to operations

Benefits and Compensation

Position offers competitive pay, benefits, paid vacation, and health/dental insurance.

Full-time: $110,00-$185,000 a year b ased on experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

Kiely Family of Companies is a growing and dynamic company actively seeking applications and resumes from exceptional candidates. Whether you come equipped with years of experience in the underground utility field—or you’re ready to work hard and get there—we want to hear from you.