Construction Estimator – Underground Utilities
Location: Long Beach, CA
Job Type: Full time
Company: K2 Staffing
Salary: $
Category: Construction
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Are you seeking a rewarding opportunity in the heavy civil construction industry with a focus on underground utilities and paving? As a Construction Estimator – Underground Utilities, you will play a pivotal role in supporting a robust pipeline of street paving and underground utility projects. This position offers the chance to join a well-established team and contribute to major infrastructure initiatives, such as city streets, parking lots, and occasional airport and railway projects. With a legacy of excellence and a consistent volume of large-scale projects, this is an ideal environment for professionals looking to advance their skills and make a significant impact in the construction sector.
The Construction Estimator – Underground Utilities position is especially critical as it comes at a time of transition within the team, creating an opening for you to step into a high-impact role. The organization manages approximately $100M in annual project work, ensuring long-term stability and continuous professional growth. You will be involved in every aspect of the estimating and preconstruction process, collaborating closely with internal teams, subcontractors, and vendors to deliver competitive bids and ensure successful project execution.
If you are passionate about construction, have a background in heavy civil estimating, and enjoy working in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment, this full-time position in Long Beach, CA could be the ideal next step in your career. Join a team where your expertise will be valued and your contributions recognized. We invite you to apply now by clicking the job application button and take the next step toward advancing your career.
Construction Estimator – Underground Utilities Summary- Key role supporting a wide variety of underground utility and street paving projects.
- Integral part of a high-performing construction team with a strong reputation for quality and efficiency.
- Opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of projects across Los Angeles County, enhancing local infrastructure.
- Long-term stability due to steady project pipeline and organizational growth.
- Prepare comprehensive and accurate cost estimates for underground utility and paving projects, ensuring all project requirements are addressed.
- Review and analyze project plans, drawings, and specifications to identify risks, opportunities, and potential value engineering options.
- Develop detailed quantity takeoffs for sewer, wet utilities, asphalt, and concrete work, paying close attention to project scope and requirements.
- Analyze labor, equipment, and material costs, ensuring that all bids are both competitive and profitable while maintaining quality standards.
- Evaluate the feasibility of potential projects, ensuring alignment with the company’s capabilities and strategic goals.
- Collaborate with internal teams to develop and refine bid strategies, pricing approaches, and project schedules.
- Support value engineering initiatives to optimize project cost efficiency and overall performance.
- Coordinate closely with operations, project managers, and field teams to ensure seamless communication and project handoff.
- Communicate with subcontractors and vendors to obtain pricing, clarify scope, and ensure alignment with project specifications.
- Participate in bid reviews and presentations, providing insights and recommendations as needed.
- Maintain organized documentation of all estimates and bid history for future reference and continuous improvement.
- Continuously seek opportunities to improve estimating accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to company standards.
- Ensure all estimating activities comply with company policies and project requirements.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits package supporting your professional and personal well-being.
- Opportunities for career advancement and ongoing training within a respected company.
- Stable employment with a consistent pipeline of major projects.
- Demonstrated experience as an estimator in the heavy civil construction industry, with a focus on underground utilities.
- Strong technical knowledge of sewer systems, wet utilities, asphalt, and concrete paving projects.
- Ability to accurately interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
- Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strong cultural fit, exhibiting professionalism and commitment to company values.
- Experienced in preparing detailed estimates for large-scale underground utility and street paving projects.
- Proficient in construction software and documentation practices.
- Skilled at identifying project risks and developing strategic solutions.
- Collaborative, motivated, and dedicated to continuous improvement.
- Detail-oriented with a passion for delivering high-quality work on time and within budget.
- This full-time position is located in Long Beach, CA, offering the opportunity to work in a vibrant region with access to major infrastructure projects throughout Los Angeles County.
- The organization values diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees.
- Applicants are encouraged to apply by clicking the job application button to take the next step toward a rewarding career in heavy civil construction.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.