Senior Estimator - Underground

Sundt Construction

Tempe (AZ)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly

Bonus Eligibility

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401K

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

Sundt Construction in Tempe, AZ seeks a Senior Estimator to lead preconstruction efforts on civil infrastructure and highway projects. You will serve as the principal contact with design teams and owners, prepare take-offs, develop cost estimates, and drive bids toward award.

Candidates should have extensive estimating experience, LEED/DBIA preferred, and be able to coordinate junior staff and suppliers. The role demands deep knowledge of earthwork, paving, utilities, and structures.

Qualifications

Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite.
Four-year engineering degree or equivalent.
Ten or more years of experience in an estimating role.
Successful history executing projects as the prime point of contact with minimal oversight.
LEED accreditation and DBIA certification preferred or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

Lead estimate entry and quote system processes.
Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and develop comprehensive cost estimates.
Solicit quotes from vendors and subcontractors and develop bid packages.
Coordinate junior estimators and interns with takeoff and vendor solicitation processes.
Review estimates and provide thorough explanations to stakeholders.

Skills

Take-off estimation

Bid development

Cost estimation

Vendor solicitation

Team coordination

Education

Four-year engineering degree

LEED accreditation or DBIA certification (preferred)

Tools

HCSS estimate entry tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Senior Estimator operates with minimal oversight on preconstruction teams, frequently serving as the principal point of contact with the design team and the owner. Senior estimators are capable of leading all types of project delivery methods and have demonstrated competence in basic and advanced estimating functions. Desired estimating disciplines include earthwork, paving, underground utilities, and structures on transit, civil infrastructure, and highway projects. Successful candidates will prepare detailed take-offs, solicit quotes, develop cost estimates, and close out bids.

Job Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities

Advanced level HCSS knowledge of estimate entry and quote system tools.
Estimate all scopes related to their discipline area of expertise.
Perform detailed quantity take-offs on bid items and materials in order to develop all-inclusive cost estimates.
Estimate unit costs by analyzing crew composition, production rates, and equipment selection.
Participate in detailed reviews, providing thorough explanation of estimate.
Utilization of relevant cost history database to verify production rates.
Prepare supplier bid packages to ensure that self-performed work has competitive material quotes.
Coordinate junior estimators and interns with takeoff and vendor solicitation processes.
Assist in obtaining firm quotes for material suppliers, equipment and subcontractors.

Competent and thorough in discipline area of expertise. (for example)

Mass Earthwork and Grading
- Geotechnical report review - dewatering, blasting, and ripping requirements.
- Earthwork flow, mass haul diagrams, project phasing.
- Scraper, dozer, truck, loader, and excavator productions.
Aggregates, PCCP Paving, Asphalt Paving
- Identification of quarries and pits suitable for project use.
- Production of aggregate, asphalt, and concrete through various methods.
- Understanding of incentives, penalties, and PWLs.
Underground Utilities
- Trench protection and shoring.
- Excavator methods and equipment selection.
- Quantification of mechanical assemblies such as valves and fire hydrants.
- Analysis and pricing of backfill methods and materials.
Bridges and Structures
- Falsework and formwork systems.
- Post tensioning, precast yards, and foundations.
- Crane selection, erection of precast elements and cast in place techniques.

Minimum Job Requirements

Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
Preferred candidates will have obtained their LEED accreditation and DBIA certification, or express willingness to obtain.
Four ‐ year engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
Ten or more years of experience in an estimating role.
Successful history executing projects as the prime point of contact with minimal oversight for project teams.
Ideal candidates will have project experience in one or more key market sectors identified by the business unit.

Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.

About Us

As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.

At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.

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