Senior Estimator - Microtunneling & Underground Utilities

H. T. PROF Group; Portland, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group is seeking a mid-level to senior Estimator to join our Heavy Civil and Underground Construction team in Portland, OR. You will lead detailed estimates for microtunneling, tunnels, HDD, and related underground infrastructure.

The role involves reviewing drawings, coordinating with project teams, and mentoring junior estimators while staying current on market pricing and project risks. Office-based with periodic travel will be required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil, underground, or trenchless construction.
• Experience estimating microtunneling, utility tunnel, boring, or similar underground projects.
• Strong knowledge of excavation, shoring, tunneling methods and underground utilities.
• Experience preparing estimates from conceptual through final design.
• Proficiency with estimating software such as InEight, HCSS HeavyBid, Bid2Win.
• Working knowledge of Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and MS Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of detailed, accurate cost estimates and bid proposals.
• Review drawings, specs, geotechnical reports, and contract documents to identify scope and risks.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and perform field evaluations as required.
• Prepare comprehensive quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.
• Develop project schedules to support estimate development.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Coordinate with operations, engineering, and project management throughout estimating.
• Mentor junior estimators and share best practices.
• Maintain knowledge of market pricing, labor productivity, and industry trends.
• Build relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Strong organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent written and verbal comm.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

InEight

HCSS HeavyBid

Bid2Win

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

H. T. PROF Group is seeking a mid-level to senior Estimator to join our Heavy Civil and Underground Construction team in Portland, OR. You will lead detailed estimates for microtunneling, tunnels, HDD, and related underground infrastructure.

The role involves reviewing drawings, coordinating with project teams, and mentoring junior estimators while staying current on market pricing and project risks. Office-based with periodic travel will be required.