Chief Estimator - Water/Wastewater Design Build

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all estimating activities for Design-Build water and wastewater projects
• Establish and maintain estimating standards, tools, procedures, and benchmarking practices
• Provide oversight and final approval of major project estimates and cost models
• Ensure estimates are aligned with project scope, design intent, and execution strategies
• Develop detailed cost estimates across all project phases, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor scopes
• Perform quantity takeoffs, unit cost analysis, and productivity assessments
• Evaluate construction means and methods to ensure accurate pricing
• Analyze market conditions, labor rates, and supply chain factors impacting cost
• Identify and assess cost risks and uncertainties within project estimates
• Ensure appropriate contingencies, escalation, and risk factors are incorporated
• Validate pricing assumptions and ensure consistency across project estimates
• Support project teams during execution with cost insights, estimate reconciliation, and change order evaluation
• Partner with operations and leadership teams to support proposal pricing and competitive positioning
• Contribute to pricing strategy and commercial alignment for active pursuits
• Participate in client discussions and presentations as needed to support cost-related topics

Core Competencies

• Advanced analytical and cost modeling skills
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration skills
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving ability
• Ability to perform in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $155,600.00 to $243,100.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.