Job Description:

The Utilities Estimator II develops and manages accurate, competitive bids for Veit’s underground utilities and site development projects, including water, sewer, and storm systems, mass grading, excavation, haul operations, and overall site preparation. This role owns the estimate from initial plan review through bid submission, including quantity take-offs, pricing, subcontractor coordination, and risk evaluation. They are a key partner to project managers and operations, supporting constructability reviews, cost planning, and a smooth handoff into execution throughout the preconstruction process.

The Estimator II reviews plans and specifications, performs site visits, completes quantity takeoffs, develops scopes, evaluates production rates, gathers subcontractor and supplier pricing, and builds comprehensive estimates within HeavyBid. The role applies field knowledge, construction means and methods, and risk evaluation to develop pricing strategies that support successful project execution. The Estimator II independently manages assigned bids from opportunity review through submission, coordinating project managers, superintendents, operations leaders, subcontractors, and suppliers throughout the process. This role evaluates project risks, develops pricing strategies, validates production assumptions, and provides recommendations that directly influence bid competitiveness and project profitability.

Success in this position requires strong technical estimating skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple bids and priorities with limited oversight. The Estimator II plays an active role in project handoff and operational planning and serves as a critical link between preconstruction and field operations. This role represents an experienced estimating position and provides a pathway toward senior estimating and project management responsibilities within Veit.

A Day in the Life

• Reviews plans and specifications to determine the scope of the work required for the project.
• Reviews jobsites before bidding to make appropriate estimates.
• Completes an accurate earthwork takeoff utilizing AGTEK software and perform hand takeoff quantities for various aspects of each project.
• Calculates quantities (square yard, linear feet, cubic yard, each, etc.) for each project to factor materials needed and material movement.
• Solicits quotes from subcontractors for bid preparation and final numbers. Keeps DBE/MBE requirements in mind with subcontractor invitations to bid.
• Collects quotes on materials required for the project.
• Constructs the bid by adding activities (work to be completed), crews and equipment, adjusting production rates.
• Prints out bid proposals to create proposal. Sends/delivers to owner or general contractor of each bid in the time frame required.
• Determines results of bids by contacting General Contractors or communication from the bid runner for publicly awarded jobs.
• Works with Project Manager, managing the project, after the job is awarded.
• Other duties or tasks as assigned by Management.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Construction Management or Civil Engineering from four-year college or university; or minimum of 3-5 years’ experience bidding and estimating projects; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Construction Bidding and Project Management software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills including the ability to work with all levels of management, employees, external vendors, and other business associates. Must clearly communicate directions and information.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, clients, and/or regulatory agencies.
• Ability to define problems, collect and document data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of situations and events and respond accordingly. Ability to seek counsel, when needed and use a variety of resources.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all Veit policies and procedures.

What Will Set You Apart

• Working knowledge of AGTEK and HCSS software.
• Supervisory Responsibility
• None

Other

• Valid Driver’s License and ability to maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Occasional travel and overnight stays to jobsites and client meetings (10%).

Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to stand and/or sit in a stationary position for extended periods of time; 50%+. The employee is regularly required to use a computer/laptop/iPad in on office environment with natural and/or florescent lighting, navigate between office building floors, and on occasion, attend off-site meetings. The employee occasionally may encounter high noise levels, but hearing protection is provided/required.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employees may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Most often an office environment, however jobsite travel is required. Employee frequently works alone and with others. Frequently exposed to variable work environments, including unique conditions outside a typical office environment. Occasionally exposed to moving machinery, odors, dust, pressurized equipment. Occasionally exposed to electrical hazards. May be exposed to environmental conditions, loud noises, and variable weather including rain, snow, wind, cold, and heat.
 

Additional Job Description:

Who Are We?
Veit is one of the country’s leading specialty contractors, with nearly a century of experience and the best people in the industry. We specialize in foundations, earthwork, utilities, marine services, industrial cleaning, cured‑in‑place pipelining, and waste disposal. We pride ourselves on our relentless pursuit to push the construction industry forward and deliver for our customers. Our modern fleet of iron, diverse expertise, and unmatched determination allow us to successfully tackle some of the largest and most complex projects across every sector while also living out our values every day. Our company culture is one where everyone pitches in to get the job done, regardless of job title or seniority. We do everything we can to maintain an atmosphere where family comes first. We want every one of our employees to look forward to each day at work and make it home safe and happy at the end of the day.

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Our Core Values

• Deliberately Safe We believe all safety incidents are avoidable when everyone operates with a deliberate mindset. We are deliberately proactive and thorough in training and job planning. We are deliberately safe in our everyday operations and decision-making.

• Build with Intention We build with intention. Whether in the office or the field, we work with grit and determination toward a better future for everyone involved. We leave things better than we found them, and never leave a job until we’re proud to put the Veit name on it.

• Leaders Dig First Egos have no place at Veit. We expect everyone on our team to dig in with a leadership mentality. That means being willing to jump in, take ownership, and get mud on our boots — especially when times get challenging.

• Real Relationships Like our work, we approach relationships authentically, with a long-term mindset. Whether you’re a client partner, vendor, or team member, we make an effort to build a more meaningful connection with you by communicating with respect and honesty.

• Integrity in Everything As part of the Veit family, everything we do and say reflects on this entire company. We act with integrity, which means treating others just as we want to be treated, doing the right thing, and holding ourselves accountable.

VEIT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, INCLUDING VET/DISABILITY