Senior Estimator

Construct your career with Mears and build America's future

Are you looking for your next big opportunity? At Mears Group, we offer more than just a job but rather a career where you can grow, innovate, and make a real impact.

Mears Group, Inc., a Quanta Services company, is a leader in the construction and infrastructure industry. With more than 50 years of experience, we are committed to safety, quality, and integrity. We bring together people and resources to build the framework that powers our nation.

We are looking for a senior estimator familiar with the Oil & Gas Facilities industry in Mead, Colorado. This role is responsible for the timely and accurate development of bids and proposals to manage and construct oil & gas facilities, such as compressor stations, meter stations, gas processing facilities, and VRU installations. The senior estimator should have practical field knowledge, as well as excellent communication and organization skills.

Why join Mears?

Safety that brings you home:

At Mears, safety is our utmost priority. We are at the forefront of enhancing safety outcomes for both our employees and clients. We empower our workers to take ownership of their own safety. Our Capacity Model is designed to minimize the risk of accidents and injuries.

Benefits & Compensation:

Despite our size, Mears remains a family company. Our suite of benefits reflects our commitment to our employees.

Essential Duties

+ Review RFP packages provided by the client + Review work requirements with local operations management + Research and define cost elements related to project construction including labor, equipment, materials and subcontractors + Identify risks and plan contingencies + Prepare written proposals outlining clarifications, exceptions and assumptions + Present final draft to management for final determination and risk assessment + Submit approved bid to customer on time + Notate essential topics of discussion at the meeting + Attain a thorough understanding of the scope of work including desired construction methods, project timelines and customer expectations + Ask project related questions and record customer response + Visit job location to assess site conditions and assess constructability + Provide job related documentation to field operations, project management staff and administrative staff as needed + Participate in contract pre-planning meetings + Assist in preparing and submitting project/contract deliverables to the customer as required by the contract and InfraSource internal requirements + Proactively identify known or anticipated construction problems and suggest solutions to minimize cost and mitigate risk + Assist field personnel in developing and/or recommending change orders as needed + Negotiate positive resolutions with customer on any disputes that may arise + Maintain files as back-up for estimate figures

Key Qualifications

+ Travel as needed for site visits and client meetings + Manual dexterity, typing, computer and small equipment use + Standing, walking, and sitting for long periods + Site visits in a range of weather conditions, including hot and cold weather

Posting Date: This role is accepting applications until 06/01/25

This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.