Dry Utility Estimator - Reston, VA - Hybrid

Unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on large-scale developments Competitive base salary, great benefits and generous PTO! About Our Client

Since 2007,

my client

has grown from an erosion control contractor into a full-service, best-in-class civil construction company. Now offering

comprehensive, turnkey site development services , they are a trusted partner in projects involving earthwork, utility installation, green infrastructure, and stormwater management. Known for their long-term vision and employee-focused culture, they've never laid off a single employee, even during market downturns.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the

Director of Estimating,

the

Dry Utility Estimator

will play a key role in the expansion of the dry utility division by preparing accurate and strategic cost proposals focused on exterior duct banks, telecom infrastructure, conduit systems, and associated scopes.

Primary Responsibilities:

Review and interpret plans, specifications, and scope documents Perform quantity take-offs using

PlanSwift

and translate to detailed pricing using

Excel

and

InEight Draft and submit RFIs for scope clarification and ensure complete, high-quality bids Prepare and format proposals using prebuilt Excel templates for submission Solicit and evaluate vendor/supplier quotes and subcontractor pricing Identify self-perform opportunities and ensure alignment with client/project requirements Understand production-based bidding and various installation methods for duct banks and dry utility systems Prepare budgetary estimates from conceptual designs when full plans aren't available Participate in handoffs and proposal revisions to build strong client partnerships MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate is analytical, technically savvy, and thrives in an estimator-focused role without distractions from project management. You'll have a deep understanding of dry utility installation methods and a drive to win competitive bids that lead to long-term work.

Must-Haves:

2+ years

of experience in dry utility or civil estimating (senior candidates welcome too) Proven experience estimating

base building exterior duct banks

and infrastructure projects Familiarity with

primary and secondary systems, handholes, cast-in-place vaults , and telecom/electrical conduit specs Ability to create budgetary proposals with limited or conceptual plans Working knowledge of dry utility scopes including

telecom, gas, electric, fiber, HDD (horizontal directional drilling) Strong math and Excel skills, plus experience with

Bluebeam, PlanSwift, InEight Understanding of

production-based bidding

(non-negotiable) What's on Offer

Base Salary:

$80,000+ based on experience Performance Bonus:

Up to 15%, paid annually (must be hired before October 15 to qualify for year-one bonus) 401(k):

Uncapped matching (historically up to 20%) Health Benefits:

Aetna medical plans, vision, dental, life insurance Wellness Program:

Get paid to stay healthy Generous PTO & Paid Leave Continuing Education Assistance Company-provided phone and hardware Annual salary and cost-of-living reviews Stable work with no layoffs since 2007

Contact

Mya Nash

Quote job ref

JN-072025-6785832