Estimator - Heavy Civil Underground Utilities

About the role

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business. Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY). Balfour Beatty is seeking an experienced Estimator with a strong background in heavy civil construction and underground wet utilities to join our growing team. This role will lead estimating efforts for complex infrastructure projects including storm drain, sanitary sewer, and water systems across public works and private development markets. You'll play a key role in developing competitive bids, supporting preconstruction activities, and partnering with operations teams to successfully transition projects from award to execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates and bid proposals for underground utility projects.
• Review plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing analysis.
• Manage estimates using HCSS HeavyBid or similar software.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Identify project risks, opportunities, and value-engineering solutions.
• Support preconstruction planning, budgeting, and project handoff.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, clients, and business partners.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction.
• Strong experience with underground wet utilities, including water systems, sanitary sewer, storm drain infrastructure.
• Experience estimating public works and municipal projects.
• Proficiency with HCSS HeavyBid, Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, or similar estimating software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred).
• Knowledge of heavy civil construction markets (preferred).
• Experience with Design-Bid-Build, CMAR, Design-Build, or JOC project delivery methods (preferred).

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• And more!

Pay

The base compensation range for the role of Estimator is $95,000 to $130,000 annually.