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Senior Estimator - Construction

Sandias Executive Search
Scottsdale, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 10/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/14/2027

If you enjoy breaking down complex civil plans and turning them into a clear, accurate cost strategy, this Senior Estimator role offers an opportunity to make a real impact. Your ability to analyze quantities, understand site conditions, and anticipate challenges will help drive smarter bidding decisions.

As a Senior Estimator you will:

  • Lead estimating efforts for major civil infrastructure projects where your expertise helps determine which opportunities become reality
  • Take an active role in pricing strategy for projects involving earthwork, utilities, drainage, roadways, grading, and site development
  • Influence bid decisions by evaluating project risk, market conditions, production assumptions, and potential profitability

What’s great about this company:

  • Employee-owned and forward-thinking team of experts with deep Pacific Northwest roots
  • Known for their innovation and advanced technology efforts
  • More than 35 years’ heavy civil construction work like underground utility, site development and paving

Your benefits as Senior Estimator at this company:

  • Auto allowance
  • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Community involvement opportunities
  • Annual company social events

Requirements of this Senior Estimator role:

  • Degree in construction management or equivalent education
  • 5 years’ experience in an estimating role on heavy civil and public works projects like highways, roads, utilities and bridges
  • Experience using HCSS Heavy Job, Heavy Bid, MS project, SureTrak, P6, or similar CPM software
  • Must have valid driver license

Your action steps for this Senior Estimator role:

  • Check the requirements list above
  • Apply through this application portal
  • Confidentially forward your resume and project list to me Steve Freeman, at Steve@sandiasexecutivesearch.com or contact me directly at (505) 395-5560 (call or text)

We are Sandias Executive Search, an employee-owned company now marking more than 25 years of exemplary placement services. We have been named one of Albuquerque’s Fastest Growing Companies a record eleven years in a row and one of Albuquerque’s Best Places to Work. Our mission is to work with the best candidates and companies in the industry with professionalism, integrity and confidentiality. For more information, visit www.sandiasexecutivesearch.com.

Salary : $140,000 - $160,000

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