Senior Estimator - Underground Utilities

Tutor Perini Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Tutor Perini is seeking a Senior Estimator - Underground Utilities to join our office in Sylmar, CA. You will lead detailed cost estimates for water, sewer, storm drain, gas, and related infrastructure, guiding the bid process from concept to submission.

The role requires hands-on daily experience bidding major infrastructure projects, mentoring engineers, and coordinating with the Vice President of Estimating. This is a senior, contributions-driven opportunity at a major civil contractor.

Qualifications

• BS in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering with 10+ years of preconstruction/estimating and/or operations experience on heavy civil projects.
• 5+ years' underground utilities experience including storm sewer, sanitary sewer and water distribution.
• Strong math, ability to read geotechnical reports, and knowledge of pricing methods.
• Experience using estimating software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Acquire plans, specifications, soil reports, historical bid files and cost data to prepare detailed estimates.
• Coordinate quantity takeoffs with engineers and mentor assigned engineers.
• Travel to job sites and pre-bid meetings as required.
• Solicit subcontractor and material quotes and document good faith efforts.

Skills

Estimating

Preconstruction

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

BS in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering

10+ years preconstruction/estimating experience

Tools

OnScreen Takeoff

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

AutoCAD 3D

HCSS Heavy Bid

Job description

Expected salary range for this position is $175,000 - $250,000 depending on experience.

• Applicants must be eligible to work to the U.S. without visa sponsorship or transfers now or in the future***

Tutor Perini Corporation is seeking to hire a Senior Estimator - Underground Utilities to join our office in Sylmar, CA.

About Tutor Perini Corporation

Tutor Perini Corporation is a leading civil, building, and specialty Construction Company that believes integrity, teamwork, and a collaborative approach are fundamental to our business success.

The world relies on infrastructure - to ensure public safety, maintain a quality of life and support a healthy economy. For more than a century, Tutor Perini Corporation's family of construction companies has supported the development and maintenance of many diverse projects across our great nation. Our corporate integrity, financial strength and outstanding record of performance makes us an attractive partner on large, sophisticated infrastructure projects.

From coast to coast, notable projects include The Purple Line (D Line) Extensions in Los Angeles, SR 99 Viaduct replacement tunnel in Seattle, East Side Access projects and the Hudson Yards Platform in New York, Central Subway Third Street Light Rail in San Francisco, and multiple airport expansions and bridge projects. At Tutor Perini you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of large, high-profile projects that impact your community.

Description

Tutor Perini is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Estimator - Underground Utilities. This pivotal role is responsible for preparing complete and accurate cost estimates for underground utility construction projects, including water, sewer, storm drain, gas, and related infrastructure. This role requires in-depth industry knowledge, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead the bid process from concept through final submission, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and competitiveness in our bids. Lead the development of detailed cost estimates for underground utility projects, including take-offs, labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor costs. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of heavy civil construction projects with an emphasis in underground utilities including storm sewer, sanitary sewer and water distribution systems. At the present time, this estimating professional needs to have hands-on daily experience bidding major infrastructure projects. This position would receive direction from and work closely with the Vice President of Estimating.

Responsibilities

• Acquire plans, specifications, soil reports, historical bid files, and historical job cost information necessary to perform a detailed estimate. Coordinate quantity takeoff with the takeoff engineers. Coordinate and mentor the assigned engineers to ensure takeoff is performed correctly and efficiently.
• Travel to jobsite and pre-bid meetings as required.
• Have a thorough understanding of the plans and specifications including pertinent or unusual project specific requirements.
• Solicit subcontractor and material quotes as required and maintain documentation for all good faith efforts as required.
• Contribute to the overall preliminary schedule to determine the length of time necessary for pricing of general conditions.
• Understand all aspects of the bid proposal including pricing based on labor productivity, crew types, and listed requirements.
• Perform the preparation of detailed estimates. Assemble information for each bid into organized bid packages and files.
• Complete estimate in a timely manner with ample time to review with the Senior Management.

Requirements

• BS in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering, with 10+ years of preconstruction/estimating and/or operations experience on heavy civil construction projects, with 5+ years' experience in underground utilities including storm sewer, sanitary sewer and water distribution systems.
• Business Math skills to create and understand estimates and budgets. Additional math skills necessary to calculate areas, volumes and tonnage.
• Ability to read and understand geotechnical reports.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, materials, and pricing.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Able to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong computer skills including the ability to use estimating software such as OnScreen Takeoff, spread sheets, bid management, online plan rooms and database applications and Microsoft products (e.g., Word, Excel, Office, Outlook) Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, AutoCAD 3D, and HCSS Heavy Bid.
• Possess good organizational skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Resourceful and diligent in seeking solutions to problems and adapting to new situations.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Knowledge of general civil earthmoving is helpful but not required.

OUR MISSION

We build critical infrastructure that creates a better world.

OUR VISION

We strive to be the preeminent full-service civil, building, and specialty contractor by delivering innovative, transformative projects through world-class execution. We are committed to creating lasting value for our customers, upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity, generating exceptional financial results and shareholder value, and fostering a culture where our employees thrive.

Tutor Perini builds extraordinary projects, and we need exceptional talent. Join us and together we will build the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer