Senior Wet Utilities Estimator - Urban Underground Projects

Tom Trese Networking LLC; Long Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and gas card

Employer-paid health, dental, vision,

401(k) Retirement Plan

Profit-sharing plan

Job summary

Tom Trese Networking LLC seeks a Senior Estimator for underground wet utility projects in the Greater Los Angeles area. You will manage the estimating process from concept to bid submission, focusing on water, sewer, and storm drain systems, and coordinating with operations for smooth handoff.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of wet utility estimating experience, familiarity with self-performing contractors, and strong skills in analysis, organization, and communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience estimating wet utility projects (water, sewer, storm drain).
• Strong knowledge of underground utility construction, paving, and concrete work.
• Experience with self-performing general engineering contractor performing at-risk work.
• Experience on urban street projects with existing utilities and traffic conditions.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for wet utility projects including water, sewer, and storm drain systems.
• Develop cost estimates from concept through completion, transitioning winning bids to operations.
• Analyze project plans, specifications, and requirements to determine scope and cost.
• Evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals for accuracy and completeness.
• Incorporate field input and historical data to refine estimates and construction methodologies.
• Support operations with change order pricing, value engineering, and alternative method analysis.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and project partners.
• Ensure estimates comply with company standards and reflect realistic execution strategies.

Skills

5+ years experience

Wet utilities

Self-performing contractor

Urban street projects

Analytical

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Hard Dollar/HeavyBid/HCSS

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Estimator – Wet Utilities

Location: Greater Los Angeles, Orange County, Inland Empire
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Employment Type: Full-Time

General Summary

The Senior Estimator is responsible for managing the full estimating process for underground wet utility projects — from conceptual estimates to final bid submission and project handoff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in water, sewer, and storm drain systems, as well as pump stations and treatment facilities. This role requires extensive experience with self-performing heavy civil contractors operating in urban street environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for wet utility projects including water, sewer, and storm drain systems.

• Develop cost estimates from concept through completion, including transitioning winning bids to operations.

• Analyze project plans, specifications, and requirements to determine scope and cost.

• Evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

• Incorporate field input and historical data to refine estimates and construction methodologies.

• Support operations with change order pricing, value engineering, and alternative method analysis.

• Maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and project partners.

• Ensure all estimates are compliant with company standards and reflect realistic project execution strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience estimating wet utility projects (water, sewer, storm drain).

• Strong knowledge ofunderground utility construction, paving, and concrete work as related to utility installations.

• Must have worked for a self-performing general engineering contractor performing at-risk work (not CM or government-only estimating).

• Experience working on urban street projects with existing utilities and traffic conditions.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with operations teams.

Software Knowledge

• Required: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Preferred Experience In:

  • Hard Dollar or HeavyBid or HCSS estimating software

  • Bluebeam (PDF markup & takeoff)

  • Primavera P6 or other scheduling software

  • AutoCAD or similar design review tools

Industry Specialties

Underground Construction • Wet Utilities • General Engineering • Structure Construction • Water & Sewer Pipeline • Oil & Gas Pipeline • Power & Communication Line

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Based on experience

• Comprehensive Benefits:

  • 100% employer-paid Health, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance for employee

  • Health insurance coverage for employee and family

  • Company vehicle and gas card provided

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Profit-sharing plan