Metric Geo
Business Development Manager | Metric Geo | Heavy Civil Construction
Wet Utility Estimator – Heavy Civil / Public Works Los Angeles, CA (Southern California)
We’re partnering with a well‑established
wet utility general contractor
based in
Los Angeles
to hire an experienced
Estimator
to support a strong and growing backlog of
municipal and public works projects
across Southern California.
This is a great opportunity for an estimator who understands underground utilities and wants to play a key role in winning and pricing complex civil infrastructure work.
What You’ll Be Doing
Prepare detailed cost estimates for
water, sewer, and storm drain projects
Perform
quantity takeoffs
from plans and specifications
Analyze labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor pricing
Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor quotes
Support
bid strategy, value engineering, and risk analysis
Work closely with
operations, project management, and leadership
teams
Assist with
bid submissions, pricing reviews, and handoff to operations
What We’re Looking For
3–10+ years of estimating experience
in
wet utilities / heavy civil construction
Strong understanding of
underground utility construction methods and costs
Experience bidding
municipal / public works projects
in Southern California
Ability to read and interpret
plans, specs, and bid documents
Proficiency with estimating software (HeavyBid, Bid2Win, or similar preferred)
Strong attention to detail and communication skills
Why This Role
Stable, well‑respected
Southern California GC
with long‑term municipal clients
Consistent pipeline of
water, sewer, and storm drain work
Collaborative estimating and operations team
Long‑term growth and career stability
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management
Industries Construction
Base pay range $170,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr
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Wet Utility Estimator – Heavy Civil / Public Works Los Angeles, CA (Southern California)
We’re partnering with a well‑established
wet utility general contractor
based in
Los Angeles
to hire an experienced
Estimator
to support a strong and growing backlog of
municipal and public works projects
across Southern California.
This is a great opportunity for an estimator who understands underground utilities and wants to play a key role in winning and pricing complex civil infrastructure work.
What You’ll Be Doing
Prepare detailed cost estimates for
water, sewer, and storm drain projects
Perform
quantity takeoffs
from plans and specifications
Analyze labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor pricing
Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor quotes
Support
bid strategy, value engineering, and risk analysis
Work closely with
operations, project management, and leadership
teams
Assist with
bid submissions, pricing reviews, and handoff to operations
What We’re Looking For
3–10+ years of estimating experience
in
wet utilities / heavy civil construction
Strong understanding of
underground utility construction methods and costs
Experience bidding
municipal / public works projects
in Southern California
Ability to read and interpret
plans, specs, and bid documents
Proficiency with estimating software (HeavyBid, Bid2Win, or similar preferred)
Strong attention to detail and communication skills
Why This Role
Stable, well‑respected
Southern California GC
with long‑term municipal clients
Consistent pipeline of
water, sewer, and storm drain work
Collaborative estimating and operations team
Long‑term growth and career stability
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management
Industries Construction
Base pay range $170,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr
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