Senior Estimator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Connecticut, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Collaborate with technical experts, project managers, business development teams, and regional leadership to grasp project goals, requirements, and scope.

• Create zero-based cost estimates for water and wastewater initiatives encompassing labor, consumables, maintenance, materials, equipment, subcontractors, operational expenses, flow variability, influent loadings, wet weather influences, and system inefficiencies.

• Interpret technical specifications, NPDES permits, service level agreements, and performance guarantees.

• Identify strategies for cost optimization while ensuring quality and compliance are upheld.

• Analyze specifications to pinpoint cost-related risks and opportunities.

• Conduct market research on material and labor costs while tracking pricing trends.

• Develop structured and documented cost proposals for project bidding purposes.

• Review project processes and specifications to ensure estimating accuracy and identify potential challenges.

• Maintain and update cost databases and templates.

• Engage with vendors and suppliers to confirm cost data and negotiate pricing and terms.

• Contribute to budgeting and financial planning for both project proposals and execution.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 3-5 years in estimating, cost structuring, or similar roles, preferably in the water and wastewater sector.

• In-depth knowledge of water and wastewater system performance, including treatment process optimization, regulatory compliance frameworks, and operational cost structures.

• Strong familiarity with chemicals, biosolids handling and disposal, energy consumption, and labor utilization cost drivers.

• Capability to interpret technical documents and project plans to create accurate cost estimates.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Experience using estimating software such as ProEst or Sage Estimating.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred; relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.

• Familiarity with cost structures and regulations pertinent to water and wastewater projects.

• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple project estimates concurrently.

• Capacity to collaborate with team members to refine optimal cost structures.

• 10-20% travel is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• A supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven work environment.

• The chance to make a significant impact on communities and the environment.