Estimator-Heavy Civil/Water & Wastewater

Kimmel & Associates•San Francisco, CA

About The Position

The company is a respected heavy civil and infrastructure contractor specializing in water and wastewater treatment plants, underground utilities, and public works projects across the western United States. With a reputation built on technical expertise, collaboration, and commitment to quality, the company has delivered some of the region’s most complex and mission-critical infrastructure systems. The Estimator – Heavy Civil / Water & Wastewater will play a critical role in the company’s success by preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for water, wastewater, and heavy civil infrastructure projects . This position requires a comprehensive understanding of treatment processes, underground utilities, grading, concrete, and mechanical systems . Working collaboratively with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors , the Estimator will support all phases of preconstruction — from quantity takeoffs and bid preparation to constructability reviews and value engineering. This is a strategic opportunity for a technically minded professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and wants to contribute to high-impact infrastructure work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
Minimum 5 years of estimating experience , with at least 3 years in heavy civil, water/wastewater, or public works projects.
Experience working with municipal, state, or federal contract requirements .
Proficiency with HCSS HeavyBid or equivalent estimating software.
Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) .
Position is located in Reno, NV.
Strong understanding of construction means, methods, and sequencing .
Familiarity with water/wastewater treatment processes, utilities, and concrete structures .
Ability to interpret civil, mechanical, and structural drawings.
Effective written and verbal communication for coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Review and analyze project plans, specifications, and addenda for heavy civil and W&WW treatment projects.
Prepare detailed takeoffs for earthwork, piping, concrete, and process mechanical systems.
Develop comprehensive cost estimates, including labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor costs.
Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor bids to ensure accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
Conduct site visits to assess project scope and field conditions.
Participate in constructability reviews and value engineering sessions.
Maintain and update cost databases, production rates, and estimating templates.
Support multiple delivery methods, including design-build, CMAR, and hard-bid projects.
Coordinate closely with project managers and engineers to align estimates with construction methods.
Assist in project handoffs, cost tracking, and post-bid analysis to improve future estimating accuracy.