Estimator

Boudreau Pipeline•Corona, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for underground utilities, pipeline, wet utilities, grading, structures, and related construction projects. This role involves performing quantity takeoffs, analyzing labor, equipment, material, and subcontractor costs, and preparing complete bid packages to support business development and project execution. This full-time, 100% onsite position is with Blazey, a division of Boudreau Pipeline Corporation, based in Houston, Texas. The Estimator collaborates closely with Operations, Project Management, and the Division Manager to ensure pricing aligns with current market conditions, production expectations, and company profitability goals.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
5+ years of construction estimating experience required
Valid driver’s license required
Strong ability to read and interpret plans, profiles, and technical specifications
Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software (HCSS, B2W, PlanSwift, or similar)
Advanced Excel skills and strong mathematical aptitude
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple bids, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously
Strong communication and collaboration skills
High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial and competitive business information

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business, or related field preferred
Equivalent estimating experience may be substituted for formal education
Experience in underground utilities, wet utilities, pipeline, grading, or civil construction strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Experienced estimator with proven ability to develop accurate, competitive bids while actively supporting business development through client relationship-building, networking, and engaging prospective clients to drive new opportunities.
Review project plans, specifications, addenda, and bid documents to determine scope and estimating requirements.
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for underground utilities, grading, structures, and civil scopes.
Develop accurate cost estimates for labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors using historical data and production rates.
Solicit, review, and analyze subcontractor and vendor pricing for scope coverage and competitiveness.
Prepare bid proposals, scope letters, clarifications, and supporting documentation.
Attend pre-bid meetings, job walks, and coordinate RFIs with owners, engineers, and agencies.
Identify project risks, constructability issues, and value-engineering opportunities.
Maintain estimating databases, production histories, unit pricing, and cost libraries.
Collaborate with Operations and Project Management to validate means and methods, manpower, and equipment assumptions.
Support bid handoff meetings and transition awarded projects into Operations.
Prepare quantity summaries, pricing sheets, and estimating logs for management review.
Assist with bid strategy development, market analysis, and pursuit planning.
Maintain organized estimating files and bid documentation.
Maintain confidentiality of all bid pricing, financial data, and competitive information.
Perform other related duties as required or assigned. Responsibilities may be modified based on business needs.