Utility & Earthwork Estimator

D2 Excavating; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

D2 Excavating, Inc. in Leander, TX is seeking an experienced Earthwork and Utility Estimator to prepare accurate bids for underground water, sewer, storm drain, and grading projects.

The role requires strong civil construction knowledge and the ability to analyze plans, geotechnical reports, and specifications. You will work closely with leadership, project managers, and field teams to pursue opportunities and ensure successful project execution.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years estimating experience in civil construction, utilities, or site development.
• Ability to interpret Geotechnical Reports.
• Ability to read and interpret civil plans, profiles, and specifications.
• Strong proficiency with Excel and construction estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, geotechnical reports, specifications, and bid documents to determine project scope.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for earthwork and utilities.
• Develop cost estimates for labor, equipment, materials, trucking, and subcontractors.
• Solicit and analyze vendor and subcontractor quotes.
• Prepare complete bid proposals and supporting documentation.
• Identify scope gaps, risks, and constructability issues during estimate preparation.
• Develop production rates and pricing strategies for competitive bidding.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and project site visits when required.
• Coordinate internal estimate reviews prior to bid submission.
• Track and manage bid opportunities and deadlines.
• Assist with value engineering and cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare estimate summaries and participate in project turnover meetings.

Skills

Civil construction knowledge

Plan analysis

Bid preparation

Geotechnical report interpretation

Reading civil plans

Tools

Excel

Agtek

Planswift

Bluebeam

HCSS

Job description

Job Description

Earthwork & Utility Estimator (2–5+ Years Experience)

Company: D2 Excavating, Inc

Location: Leander / Austin, TX Area

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

D2 Excavating is seeking an experienced Earthwork and Utility Estimators to join our growing team. This role is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for earthwork and underground utility projects, including water, sewer, storm drain, and grading work. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of civil construction means and methods, the ability to analyze plans, geotechnical reports, specifications, and experience developing detailed bids for both private and public infrastructure projects.

This position works closely with company leadership, project managers, and field teams to ensure successful project pursuit and execution.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Career Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Preconstruction

• Review project plans, geotechnical reports, specifications, and bid documents to determine project scope.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for earthwork and utilities.
• Develop cost estimates for labor, equipment, materials, trucking, and subcontractors.
• Solicit and analyze vendor and subcontractor quotes.
• Prepare complete bid proposals and supporting documentation.
• Identify scope gaps, risks, and constructability issues during estimate preparation.
• Develop production rates and pricing strategies for competitive bidding.

Bid Management

• Attend pre-bid meetings and project site visits when required.
• Coordinate internal estimate reviews prior to bid submission.
• Track and manage bid opportunities and deadlines.
• Assist with value engineering and cost-saving opportunities.

Project Handoff

• Prepare estimate summaries and participate in project turnover meetings.
• Provide detailed bid documentation to project management teams after award.
• Maintain historical cost data and estimating databases.

Requirements

Qualifications

Required

• 2–5+ Years experience of estimating experience in civil construction, utilities, or site development.
• Strong knowledge of grading and underground utility construction (water, sewer, storm).
• Ability to interpret Geotechnical Reports.
• Ability to read and interpret civil plans, profiles, and specifications.
• Strong proficiency with Excel and construction estimating software.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Preferred

• Experience with municipal, developer, and infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with estimating tools such as Agtek, HCSS, Planswift, or Bluebeam.
• Knowledge of production rates and heavy equipment operations.
• Experience with Texas civil construction markets and subcontractors.