Underground Site Utility Estimator in Irving

Energy Jobline ZR; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dog-friendly office

Training and certifications

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking an Estimator for Commercial Underground Wet Site Utilities in the Dallas–Fort Worth area. You will lead preconstruction estimating for storm, water, and sewer projects, using PlanSwift, HCSS Heavy Bid and related tools to build competitive bids.

The role requires at least 5 years of experience in commercial wet utility estimating, strong blueprint analysis, and collaboration with contractors, clients, and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial wet utility estimating, US-focused (North Texas preferred).
• Proven ability to independently manage the full bidding process for commercial wet utility projects.
• Ability to read and analyze complex civil blueprints, technical specs and site development plans.
• Proficiency with estimating software including PlanSwift, HCSS Heavy Bid, IsqFt, BuildingConnected, Procore, SmartBid and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare precise commercial estimates for storm, water, and sewer utility projects using bidding platforms.
• Analyze blueprints, specs and scope to build competitive bids.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and plan reviews with PlanSwift and HCSS Heavy Bid.
• Collaborate with general contractors, owners and internal teams to ensure clear bidding communications.
• Work with accounting and purchasing to prepare project budgets and quotes.
• Coordinate preconstruction planning and handoffs to project management.
• Process and track documentation for change orders and correspondence.
• Develop the estimating team.

Skills

Commercial wet utility estimating

Blueprint analysis

Communication

Project coordination

Tools

PlanSwift

HCSS Heavy Bid

IsqFt

BuildingConnected

Procore

SmartBid

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Estimator - Commercial Underground Wet Site Utilities

The Opportunity

You will play a pivotal role in driving preconstruction success by leading commercial wet utility estimating across the DFW Metroplex. Joining a financially secure, debt-free team with 26 years of stability, you will directly influence our project pipeline using state-of-the-art industry software. This position offers long-term career growth, high-level independence, and a friendly, informal office environment complete with four-legged coworkers.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Prepare precise commercial estimates for storm, water, and sewer utility projects using specialized bidding platforms.
• Analyze civil blueprints, project specifications, and scope requirements to build competitive, highly accurate project bids.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and utility plan reviews using tools such as PlanSwift and HCSS Heavy Bid.
• Collaborate with general contractors, project owners, and internal operations to ensure clear communication throughout the bidding process.
• Partner with accounting and purchasing departments to prepare detailed project budgets and secure competitive pre-bid material quotes.
• Facilitate seamless preconstruction planning and handoffs to the project management team upon award.
• Process, track, and maintain accurate documentation for project change orders and official project correspondence.
• Work with and help develop the estimating team.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial wet utility estimating, specifically focused on commercial storm, water, and sewer systems in the US, preferably the North Texas area.
• Proven track record of independently facilitating the complete bidding process for commercial wet utility projects.
• Demonstrated ability to read and analyze complex civil blueprints, technical specifications, and site development plans.
• Proficiency and hands-on experience using specialized estimating software including PlanSwift, Microsoft Project and HCSS Heavy Bid as well as IsqFt, BuildingConnected, Procore, or SmartBid and standard Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid extending to the ability to build, update and analyze the estimating data base.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build professional relationships with general contractors, clients, and internal teams.

Additional Qualifications

• - Active Responsible Managing Employee – Underground (RME-U) or Responsible Master Plumber (RMP) license
• Professional bilingual communication skills a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive annual base salary plus performance-based Annual Bonus opportunities.
• Bi-weekly pay cycle and Referral Bonus Program.
• Comprehensive Medical Insurance and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Life and Insurance options.
• Generous Paid Time Off covering holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Provided tech package including a smartphone or tablet.
• Ongoing company-paid training and certifications.
• Friendly, dog-friendly office setting with real opportunities for career advancement.

Company Description

We are a well-established North Texas underground utility contractor located by DFW Airport specializing in commercial and public works infrastructure projects in the DFW Metroplex. Founded in 1999, we offer competitive compensation in a stable work environment and offer opportunities for advancement.