Sr. Estimator - Water/Wastewater

B&B Concrete Contractors; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

B&B Concrete Contractors seeks an experienced Water/Wastewater Estimator to pursue and plan water and wastewater infrastructure projects. You will develop accurate, competitive estimates and partner with operations from bid through handoff to project teams.

You will evaluate scope, constructability, risk and cost, not just perform takeoffs, and collaborate to set projects up for successful execution. Strong reading of plans and contract documents is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• Experience estimating water or wastewater construction projects.
• Experience with self-performed structural concrete and/or heavy civil work.
• Strong knowledge of means, methods, sequencing, and productivity.
• Ability to read plans, specs and contract documents.

Responsibilities

• Develop estimates for water and wastewater facilities, pump stations, piping and related infrastructure.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and price self-performed labor, materials, and equipment.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals; ensure scope coverage.
• Evaluate phasing, staging, logistics, constructability and sequencing.
• Develop preliminary schedules to support estimating efforts.
• Identify risks, opportunities, VE ideas and cost-saving strategies.
• Participate in bid reviews with operations and project management.
• Prepare detailed project budgets and handoffs to project teams.
• Support buyout with subcontractors and suppliers after award.

Skills

Estimating

Takeoffs

Cost analysis

Bid reviews

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering / Construction Management

Tools

HCSS

Primavera P6

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Water/Wastewater Estimator to join our team. You’ll play a key role in pursuing and planning water and wastewater infrastructure projects, developing accurate, competitive estimates and partnering closely with operations and project management from bid through project handoff.

We’re looking for someone who understands water/wastewater construction and self-performed work and can evaluate scope, constructability, risk, and cost—not just perform takeoffs.

What You’ll Do

• Develop estimates for water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, process piping, and related infrastructure.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop pricing for self-performed labor, materials, and equipment.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals and ensure scope coverage.
• Evaluate project phasing, staging, logistics, constructability, and sequencing.
• Develop preliminary schedules to support estimating efforts.
• Identify project risks, opportunities, value-engineering ideas, and cost-saving strategies.
• Participate in bid reviews with operations and project management.
• Prepare detailed project budgets and lead estimating-to-project-team handoffs.
• Support subcontractor and supplier buyout following award.
• Partner with operations and project teams to help set projects up for successful execution.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Experience estimating water and/or wastewater construction projects.
• Experience with self-performed structural concrete and/or heavy civil construction.
• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, sequencing, and productivity.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong quantity takeoff, cost analysis, and scope review skills.
• Experience with HCSS, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, and On-Screen Takeoff preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.