Senior Estimator-Dry Utilities Construction

About the Company

Our client is a highly respected Northern California-based utility contractor with 50 years of continuous operation and annual revenues of $45–50 million. As a Union signatory contractor, the firm has built a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and long-term partnerships.

The company specializes in Utility Joint Trench (dry utilities) construction, including:

• Electric Primary and Secondary Systems
• Telephone, CATV, and Fiber Optic Systems (Utility Company–owned infrastructure)
• Undergrounding of existing overhead power and communication lines in city streets
• Roadway Street Lighting systems

Projects primarily consist of large-scale new residential subdivisions for nationally recognized homebuilders, as well as public works and subcontracted projects for major grading and paving contractors.

This is a stable, established organization with a collaborative culture and a strong pipeline of work.

About the Position

The company is seeking a highly experienced Senior Estimator to lead the company's estimating function and oversee two estimators. This is a senior leadership role focused primarily on:

• Estimating and budgeting
• Bid preparation and submission
• Database management within estimating software
• Team leadership and estimator oversight

While some project management responsibilities are included, the primary emphasis is on accurate, timely, and strategic estimating.

The Senior Estimator will play a critical role in maintaining profitability, ensuring competitive positioning, and building lasting relationships with clients, engineers, suppliers, and general contractors.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of estimating experience in heavy civil, utility, or related infrastructure construction
• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing or mentoring other estimators

Technical Expertise (Required)

Extensive experience with Sage (Timberline) Estimating Software is mandatory, including:

• Producing complete estimates within Sage
• Creating and modifying database items
• Adjusting and developing production labor units

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $175,000 – $250,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employee and dependents
• • Company pays 85% of premiums
• Pension and Profit Sharing Plan
• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
• Long-term career stability with an established, financially strong contractor