Title:  Senior Estimator

Who We Are

Established in 1972, New England Utility Constructors Inc. (NEUCO) has been providing underground utility construction solutions to New England for five decades.  Known for safety, quality, and excellence, NEUCO specializes in pipeline and natural gas distribution construction.  Our well-trained and professional staff aims for excellence on every project. Competitive wages and benefits. Paid training and development. Opportunities to advance. At NEUCO, you are part of a team working to support critical utility and energy infrastructure.

NEUCO is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead estimating efforts for utility infrastructure projects across New England. This role is responsible for developing accurate, executable cost estimates for gas distribution, pipeline, regulator station, and related civil utility work. The Senior Estimator will work closely with Operations, Project Management, and Executive Leadership to ensure pricing reflects real-world construction means, methods, and production. This position plays a critical role in supporting NEUCO’s growth and long-term contract performance.

What You'll Do

• Lead the development of unit‑price and lump‑sum estimates for utility infrastructure projects.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from plans, specifications, and IFC (Issued for Construction) drawings.
• Prepare comprehensive cost estimates in B2W Estimate (Trimble), including labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor inputs.
• Develop bid‑level schedules and construction durations using Primavera P6.
• Review RFPs, contract documents, and specifications to identify scope, risks, and pricing impacts.
• Coordinate with Operations and Project Management to validate means and methods, production rates, and constructability assumptions.
• Support proposal development, internal bid reviews, and project handoff to Operations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.

What You'll Have

• Bachelor’s Degree in construction management or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of estimating experience in utility infrastructure construction
• Proven experience estimating gas distribution, pipeline, regulator stations, or underground utility work
• Proficiency with B2W Estimate (Trimble)
• Working knowledge of Primavera P6
• Strong understanding of utility construction sequencing, crew-based production, and field execution
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Knowledge of State and Federal regulations and how they apply to the Natural Gas Industry
• Knowledge of and skill in using computer software, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and computerized cost data and systems
• Mathematical skill to calculate and interpret data using percentages, ratios, averages, and medians.
• Strong written communication for developing detailed reports, proposals, and business plans
• Effective oral communication with customers, colleagues, and business partners in a professional manner
• Skilled in negotiating key business strategies and agreements to reach mutually beneficial solutions
• Ability to read and interpret professional journals, financial reports, business plans, strategies, and legal documents
• Capable of long‑term planning and scheduling, including ongoing review and coordination of implementation activities

What You'll Get

• Competitive Benefit Package including Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• 401K w/ Company Match
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Vacation/Sick Time and Paid Holidays 
• Potential Bonus Opportunities 
• Career Development Opportunities 
• Employee Discounts 
• Weekly Payroll

Work Environment

• Work sites are outdoors in potentially extreme weather conditions
• All worksite safety instructions are written and spoken in English; must be fluent in English
• Work includes prolonged and repeated: lifting (including overhead, up to 50lbs); standing; climbing; kneeling; reaching and feeling; crouching and crawling
• Flexibility to work various schedules and stay late when necessary with little or no notice
• Work is performed within the “red zone” of heavy equipment
• Working safely requires quick/accurate hand-eye coordination

Legal Stuff

• Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens
• Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify
• Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check results
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment

This job description is subject to change at any time.  It reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Centuri and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.  Centuri will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Centuri Group and our subsidiaries we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!