Underground Utilities Estimator — Civil Construction

Partners Professional; Murrieta (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Partners Professional is seeking a Construction Utility Estimator to support underground wet and dry utility projects across Southern California. The role focuses on producing accurate, competitive cost estimates and bid proposals while collaborating with field and leadership teams to ensure project success.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience estimating underground utilities and civil construction, with strong Excel and organizational skills to manage multiple deadlines in a

Qualifications

• 3+ years estimating underground wet and dry utilities, civil construction, or related infra projects.
• Experience estimating storm drain projects and underground utilities installations.
• Construction industry experience required.
• Ability to interpret construction plans, specs, and contract documents.
• Proficiency with Excel and cloud storage tools (Google Drive/Dropbox).

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and bid proposals for underground utility projects.
• Review plans, specs, drawings, and requirements to determine labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Estimate storm drain, sewer, water, electrical, and related utility infrastructure projects.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing.
• Maintain estimate documentation, bid files, and proposal records.
• Coordinate with management, project teams, and field personnel during bids.
• Track bid results and assist with project handoffs upon award.
• Assist with multiple estimates and meet bid deadlines.
• Identify value-engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions.

Skills

Underground utility estimating

Civil construction operations

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Tools

Excel

Google Drive

Dropbox

Job description

Partners Professional is seeking a Construction Utility Estimator to support underground wet and dry utility projects across Southern California. The role focuses on producing accurate, competitive cost estimates and bid proposals while collaborating with field and leadership teams to ensure project success.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience estimating underground utilities and civil construction, with strong Excel and organizational skills to manage multiple deadlines in a