What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Estimator position at Flare Construction?
The Opportunity
The Senior Estimator leads the development of accurate, competitive cost estimates for Flare’s Civil Division, from quantity takeoff through bid submission. You will price right-of-way (ROW) development, substation sitework, datacenter earthwork, and general site development projects. This role finalizes bid packages, guides pricing decisions, and mentors other estimators while using real production data to set projects up for success.
What You Will Do
• Lead estimates in HeavyBid for earthwork, grading, drainage, access roads, aggregate, clearing, and SWPPP scopes
• Perform and verify quantity takeoffs using Bluebeam, Trimble Business Center, and plan-based calculations
• Apply and refine production rates from the division database, and direct updates using closeout data
• Review and finalize bid packages, including assumptions, inclusions, exclusions, and qualifications
• Solicit, level, and negotiate subcontractor and vendor quotes
• Lead pricing sessions, risk reviews, and post-bid reviews (win or lose)
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits to confirm field conditions that affect pricing
• Build cost code structures that align with HeavyJob for a clean handoff to project teams
• Train and mentor estimators, and report bid status to division leadership
What You Bring
• 3 to 5 years of civil construction estimating experience (scope and complexity of prior bids considered)
• Working knowledge of HeavyBid or equivalent heavy civil estimating software, and digital takeoff tools
• Strong understanding of earthwork, grading, utility, and site development methods and sequencing
• Ability to read and interpret civil plans, specifications, and geotechnical reports
• Ability to manage multiple bids at once, with strong attention to detail and a collaborative approach
Preferred
• Experience in power transmission ROW, substation, or datacenter civil construction
• Familiarity with the HCSS suite (HeavyBid, HeavyJob)
• Experience within a Quanta Services operating company or similar infrastructure organization
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Education & Certifications
High school diploma or GED required. OSHA 10 required; OSHA 30 and a professional estimating certification are preferred.
Working Conditions
Office-based in Coalville, UT, with occasional pre-bid meetings and jobsite visits. Travel is up to 10%. The role is primarily seated with extended computer work, occasional lifting up to 25 lbs, and walking uneven terrain during site visits. PPE is required on project sites. Work-from-home is not available unless approved by executive leadership.
Benefits
Flare Construction offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees:
- Medical: Choice of a PPO or high-deductible health plan (HDHP) through BlueCross BlueShield of Texas, with 100% coverage of in-network preventive care
- Health Savings Account: Company contribution available with the HDHP options
- Dental and vision: Coverage for preventive, basic, and major dental care, orthodontia, and routine vision care
- Flexible spending accounts: Healthcare and dependent care
- 401(k) with company match: Immediate eligibility and immediate vesting, with a match of up to 4.5% of pay
- Life and disability: Company-paid basic life and AD&D, plus short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Voluntary coverage: Spouse and dependent life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
- Employee Assistance Program: Free confidential counseling, legal and financial consultations, and coaching
- Additional support: Telehealth, a nurse line, and health advocacy services
Eligibility, effective dates, and plan details are governed by the plan documents.
Flare Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.