Senior Estimator – Water & Wastewater Construction
About The Position
Velocity Constructors, Inc., an employee-owned general contractor specializing in water and wastewater infrastructure construction, is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead its estimating department, oversee complex project estimates, and support company growth. The role combines technical estimating expertise, project and bid evaluation, risk assessment, and team leadership. The Senior Estimator will help determine which opportunities align with company goals and capabilities and develop competitive bids that account for constructability, risk, and profitability. This office-based position is located in Englewood, Colorado, and reports to Senior Leadership. The Senior Estimator will work with estimators, senior leadership, project management and operations teams, owners, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners. Occasional travel is expected for project site visits, pre-bid meetings, and industry events. The stated annual salary range is $130,000–$150,000.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in construction estimating, preferably in water/wastewater infrastructure, heavy civil, or related industrial construction.
- Demonstrated experience leading complex estimates and competitive bidding processes.
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience, including mentoring and developing estimators.
- Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, material takeoffs, and construction means and methods.
- Ability to evaluate project risks, bid opportunities, and cost considerations.
- Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Experience building relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Ability to work collaboratively with senior leadership and operational teams.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for project site visits, pre-bid meetings, and industry events.
Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation and review of detailed estimates for complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
- Review construction drawings, specifications, material takeoffs, and bid documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Evaluate potential projects and determine which opportunities align with company goals and capabilities.
- Develop competitive bid strategies that consider project risks, constructability, and profitability.
- Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, engineers, and owners throughout the bidding process.
- Oversee bid package preparation and ensure estimates are accurate, thorough, and submitted on time.
- Coordinate the turnover of awarded estimates to operations teams.
- Supervise and provide direction to estimators in the department.
- Review team members’ estimates, material takeoffs, and bid preparation work.
- Mentor and train estimators, sharing technical expertise, best practices, and practical construction knowledge.
- Support team members’ professional development and strengthen the department’s estimating capabilities.
- Foster collaboration, accountability, and clear communication across the estimating department.
- Work with senior leadership to evaluate bidding opportunities and support strategic business decisions.
- Build and maintain relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners.
- Support expansion into new geographic markets.
- Collaborate with project management and operations teams to align estimating assumptions with project execution.
- Travel occasionally for project site visits, pre-bid meetings, and industry events.
Benefits
- Employee ownership
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
