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Rockbridge Search & Recruitment 11/08/2025

Senior Estimator - Dry Utilities

Ref #: 296
Location: Arizona Arizona
2025-11-11
Salary: $120-160k
Sector: Construction
Type: Permanent

Location: Phoenix, AZ
Salary Range: $120,000 – $160,000

Are you ready to take your estimating career to the next level and lead the charge on some of Phoenix’s most ambitious dry utilities projects? We’re seeking a Senior Estimator who thrives on precision, strategy, and collaboration to join our dynamic construction team. This role is more than crunching numbers—it’s about shaping the future infrastructure that keeps a city moving.

Why This Role is Thrilling:
Imagine being the key player behind major underground utility projects — from storm drainage to sewer lines and everything in between. Your detailed cost assessments and bid strategies will directly influence multimillion-dollar contracts. Every estimate you deliver is a winning formula that sets the stage for groundbreaking success.

What You’ll Own:

  • Lead comprehensive, competitive, and accurate estimates for dry utilities projects including water, sewer, storm drain, and other underground infrastructure.

  • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to gather critical data and refine bid packages.

  • Analyze project drawings, specs, and scopes with laser focus to identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options.

  • Develop detailed quantity take-offs, cost analyses, and pricing models that ensure profitable and competitive bids.

  • Mentor junior estimators and guide them through the nuances of dry utilities bidding.

  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge on market trends, material costs, and local regulatory requirements affecting utilities construction.

  • Present estimates confidently to executives and clients, backing your numbers with strategic insight.

What You Bring to the Table:

  • 7+ years of proven estimating experience in dry utilities, preferably within Arizona or the Southwest region.

  • Deep understanding of underground infrastructure, construction processes, and scheduling impacts.

  • Exceptional skills in reading blueprints, specs, and engineering documents.

  • Strong negotiation skills with suppliers and subcontractors to secure the best pricing and terms.

  • Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., HeavyBid, Bluebeam, MS Excel) and project management tools.

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and complex projects.

  • Excellent communication skills to work seamlessly across departments and with external partners.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive compensation package with performance bonuses.

  • Opportunity to lead critical projects shaping Phoenix’s infrastructure future.

  • Collaborative, growth-oriented company culture that values innovation and expertise.

  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.

  • Work-life balance with a strong focus on employee well-being.

If you’re ready to transform your estimating skills into strategic wins that make a lasting impact on Phoenix’s utility landscape, we want to hear from you. Apply today and be part of a company where your expertise truly moves the city forward.

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