Underground Wet Utilities Estimator — SoCal Projects

Calqulate; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Calqulate is seeking an experienced Wet Utilities Estimator for underground utility projects in Southern California. You will prepare accurate cost proposals for water, sewer, and storm drain systems, supporting pre-construction and business development efforts.

You’ll collaborate with project managers, field teams, and leadership to ensure defensible estimates that align with constructability and market conditions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in wet utilities or heavy civil construction.
• Ability to read civil drawings, profiles, and municipal specifications.
• Proficiency with estimating tools and software.
• Knowledge of California bid procedures and prevailing wage requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review plans, specs, and documents to define scope and pricing.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for excavation, pipe, manholes, and appurtenances.
• Develop full cost estimates including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and GC.
• Solicit vendor and subcontractor pricing and assess competitiveness.
• Prepare bid packages and respond to RFQs/RFPs.
• Coordinate with PMs and field leadership to confirm constructability.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits to evaluate access and staging.
• Update historical cost data and adjust unit prices as needed.
• Support budgeting, value engineering, and change orders on awarded projects.

Skills

Estimating experience

Reading civil drawings

Bid/ pricing analysis

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree

Tools

Bluebeam

Excel

Agtek

HCSS

Job description

Calqulate is seeking an experienced Wet Utilities Estimator for underground utility projects in Southern California. You will prepare accurate cost proposals for water, sewer, and storm drain systems, supporting pre-construction and business development efforts.

You’ll collaborate with project managers, field teams, and leadership to ensure defensible estimates that align with constructability and market conditions.