Underground Infrastructure Estimator (On-site)

Loenbro; North Carolina; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company 1

Paid time off (PTO)

Life and disability insurance

Professional development and training

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Loenbro in Franklin, TN is seeking an UMI Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for underground maintenance, inspection, utility, and infrastructure projects. You will analyze plans, labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor pricing to develop competitive bids aligned with company goals and client requirements.

Work with operations, project management, and vendors to ensure bids are complete and proposals clear.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years of estimating experience in construction, utilities, underground maintenance, excavation, or infrastructure projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, drawings, specifications, bid documents, and contracts.
• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.
• Develop complete project cost estimates for underground maintenance, inspection, excavation, utility, and infrastructure projects.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations.
• Analyze labor productivity, equipment requirements, and production rates.
• Identify project risks, constructability concerns, and potential cost impacts.
• Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and field personnel to develop project execution strategies.
• Prepare bid summaries, estimate reviews, and proposal packages.
• Maintain and update historical cost databases and estimating resources.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and project walkthroughs as required.

Skills

Mathematical analysis

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

HeavyBid

HCSS

B2W

AGTEK

Bluebeam

Job description

Loenbro in Franklin, TN is seeking an UMI Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for underground maintenance, inspection, utility, and infrastructure projects. You will analyze plans, labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor pricing to develop competitive bids aligned with company goals and client requirements.

Work with operations, project management, and vendors to ensure bids are complete and proposals clear.