Estimator, Engineering, Civil Engineering
Job Description
Position Overview
Intren West is a leading utility solutions provider specializing in transmission, substation, power, and gas distribution projects across the western United States. As part of the Intren family, we bring over three decades of proven expertise in delivering safe, high-quality, and innovative construction and maintenance services to utility partners and communities. We are a proud subsidiary of Mas Tec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company, and are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.
We are looking for Estimator II professionals to join our team in Northern California. In this role, you will prepare timely and accurate bid estimates for medium to large-scale projects, support project planning, and ensure efficient use of personnel, equipment, materials, and subcontractors, all while upholding our rigorous safety and quality protocols.
You will play a key role in preparing and maintaining bid documentation, developing bid strategies, and leading customer presentations. Your contributions will be critical in monitoring contracts for scope changes and in recommending change orders, all aimed at minimizing costs and mitigating risks.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate and competitive bid estimates for medium to large-scale projects and programs.
- Lead project planning and bid strategy, ensuring effective use of resources in alignment with contract requirements and timelines.
- Take full responsibility for bid documentation, including its preparation, maintenance, and accuracy.
- Travel regularly to project sites to verify conditions, gather data, and ensure accurate scoping.
- Monitor awarded contracts for scope changes, procurement needs, credits, and extra work items.
- Guide field personnel in developing and managing change orders.
- Proactively identify risks, propose solutions, and minimize costs and delays.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating methodologies, tools, and practices.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including leading customer presentations.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of estimating experience in the construction industry, with a focus on medium to large projects.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, project planning, and cost-control practices.
- Proficiency with estimating software, databases, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Proven ability to develop bid strategies and lead client presentations.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail.