Tom Trese
Estimator (Underground Wet Utilities)
Location:
Inland Empire Area, California
Job Summary We are seeking an experienced, detail-driven
Wet Utilities Estimator
to prepare accurate cost proposals and competitive bids for
underground utility projects
involving
water, sewer, and storm drain systems .
This role is critical to our
pre-construction and business development efforts , supporting both
public and private sector infrastructure projects
across Southern California. You’ll work directly with project managers, field teams, and leadership to ensure estimates are realistic, defensible, and aligned with constructability.
Key Responsibilities
Review
civil plans, specifications, and contract documents
to define scope and pricing strategy.
Perform detailed
quantity takeoffs
for excavation, pipe installation, manholes, structures, and appurtenances.
Develop full
cost estimates
including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and general conditions.
Interpret and apply
municipal and agency standards
including City of Los Angeles, San Bernardino County, and Caltrans requirements.
Solicit and analyze
vendor and subcontractor pricing
for accuracy, coverage, and competitiveness.
Prepare and submit
bid packages, RFQs, and RFP responses
within deadline.
Coordinate with
project managers and field leadership
to confirm constructability, logistics, and production assumptions.
Attend
pre-bid meetings
and conduct
site visits
to evaluate access, utilities, traffic control, and staging constraints.
Maintain
historical cost data
and update unit pricing based on market conditions.
Support
budgeting, value engineering, and change order pricing
on awarded projects.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required. Degree in
Civil Engineering, Construction Management , or related field preferred.
5+ years of estimating experience
in
wet utilities, underground infrastructure, or heavy civil construction .
Strong knowledge of
water main, sewer, and storm drain installation methods .
Proven ability to read and interpret
civil drawings, profiles, and municipal specifications .
Proficiency with estimating tools such as
Bluebeam, Excel, Agtek, HCSS
preferred.
Solid understanding of
prevailing wage requirements, union labor rates, and public works bidding procedures
in California.
Excellent
attention to detail , time management, and communication skills.
Valid
California driver’s license
and ability to travel to job sites as needed.
Why This Role Matters This is not a support position. You will directly influence
project profitability, bid strategy, and execution success . If you understand underground utilities, know how real production works in the field, and can build estimates that hold up under pressure, this role puts you in the center of major infrastructure work across Southern California.
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Inland Empire Area, California
Job Summary We are seeking an experienced, detail-driven
Wet Utilities Estimator
to prepare accurate cost proposals and competitive bids for
underground utility projects
involving
water, sewer, and storm drain systems .
This role is critical to our
pre-construction and business development efforts , supporting both
public and private sector infrastructure projects
across Southern California. You’ll work directly with project managers, field teams, and leadership to ensure estimates are realistic, defensible, and aligned with constructability.
Key Responsibilities
Review
civil plans, specifications, and contract documents
to define scope and pricing strategy.
Perform detailed
quantity takeoffs
for excavation, pipe installation, manholes, structures, and appurtenances.
Develop full
cost estimates
including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and general conditions.
Interpret and apply
municipal and agency standards
including City of Los Angeles, San Bernardino County, and Caltrans requirements.
Solicit and analyze
vendor and subcontractor pricing
for accuracy, coverage, and competitiveness.
Prepare and submit
bid packages, RFQs, and RFP responses
within deadline.
Coordinate with
project managers and field leadership
to confirm constructability, logistics, and production assumptions.
Attend
pre-bid meetings
and conduct
site visits
to evaluate access, utilities, traffic control, and staging constraints.
Maintain
historical cost data
and update unit pricing based on market conditions.
Support
budgeting, value engineering, and change order pricing
on awarded projects.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required. Degree in
Civil Engineering, Construction Management , or related field preferred.
5+ years of estimating experience
in
wet utilities, underground infrastructure, or heavy civil construction .
Strong knowledge of
water main, sewer, and storm drain installation methods .
Proven ability to read and interpret
civil drawings, profiles, and municipal specifications .
Proficiency with estimating tools such as
Bluebeam, Excel, Agtek, HCSS
preferred.
Solid understanding of
prevailing wage requirements, union labor rates, and public works bidding procedures
in California.
Excellent
attention to detail , time management, and communication skills.
Valid
California driver’s license
and ability to travel to job sites as needed.
Why This Role Matters This is not a support position. You will directly influence
project profitability, bid strategy, and execution success . If you understand underground utilities, know how real production works in the field, and can build estimates that hold up under pressure, this role puts you in the center of major infrastructure work across Southern California.
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