Estimator

Summary:

The Estimator will be responsible for assessing project requirements, analyzing costs, and providing accurate and competitive bids for a variety of underground utility services, including pipe cleaning, hydro excavation, CCTV inspection, sewer maintenance, and potholing. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of the construction and pipeline industry.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities described here are not a comprehensive list, and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by the business demands and/or the direction of the Director of Estimating. 

Project Review and Scope Analysis:

·       Review project plans and specifications to understand the scope of work.

·       Quantify materials, labor, and equipment needed for the project.

Cost Estimation and Pricing:

·       Obtain quotes and pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.

·       Analyze historical data and industry trends to inform cost estimates.

·       Create detailed cost estimates, including itemized breakdowns of costs.

Client and Team Communication:

·       Present estimates to clients and project teams.

·       Revise estimates as needed based on changes in project scope or conditions.

Bidding and Proposal Support:

·       Provide support during the bidding process by preparing accurate and competitive bids and proposal packages (RFP).

·       Review and assess cost estimates for accuracy.

·       Prepare detailed cost estimate reports.

Bid Evaluation and Submission:

·       Perform evaluation of bids and provide pricing in a timely manner.

·       Review and complete bid forms, order bonds, and ensure they are within the given specifications.

Qualification Requirements:

Education

·       High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field            preferred.

Experience

·       Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in estimating, project management, or a related role within the construction, underground              utility, or pipeline services industry.

·       Strong knowledge of underground utility construction, including pipe cleaning, hydro excavation, CCTV inspection, sewer                      maintenance, and potholing processes.

·       Experience with estimating software is highly preferred.

·       Experience with wastewater underground systems and S.U.E. (Subsurface Utility Engineering) is highly preferred.

Required Skills:

Organizational and Planning Skills

·       Strong organizational and planning abilities to manage multiple tasks and ensure timely project completion.

·       Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.

Technical and Analytical Skills

·       Strong analytical abilities to interpret blueprints, specifications, and other project documentation.

·       Outstanding mathematics and IT skills.

Communication Skills

·       Ability to convey technical information clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.

·       Excellent presentation and communication skills.

Problem-Solving Abilities

·       Strong problem-solving skills to address challenges and ensure project success.

Software Proficiency

·       Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

·       Proficient in estimating software.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand, and walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb, or balance, and stoop, kneel crouch, or crawl.

The employee occasionally is required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and to walk up to ½ mile daily. Specific vision abilities in this job include close vision and distance vision.  

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, and fumes or airborne particles.

Employment onboarding/ training will take place in our Corporate Roseville office. After completion of our onboarding/ training program the position will transition to our Sacramento office. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Note: Nor-Cal Pipeline Services is a drug-smoke and alcohol- free workplace. Drug testing is a requirement for employment.

Nor-Cal Pipeline Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $30 - $42