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Underground Wet Utility Estimator

El Cajon, CA · On-site

$85K - $180K/yr

We are currently looking for a Senior Underground Wet Utility Estimator/Project Manager for an immediate position at our office in El Cajon, CA. We are looking for an individual that meets the ...

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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for commission underground utility estimator in the United States is $73,275.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,000.00 and $86,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Commission Underground Utility Estimator vs Underground Utility Locator?

AspectCommission Underground Utility EstimatorUnderground Utility Locator
CredentialsEstimating certifications, utility industry knowledgeLocating certifications, utility marking experience
Work EnvironmentOffice-based estimating, field site visitsFieldwork primarily locating underground utilities
Employer & IndustryConstruction firms, utility companies, contractorsUtility companies, excavation contractors

The Commission Underground Utility Estimator focuses on preparing cost estimates and bids for utility projects, combining industry knowledge with estimating skills. In contrast, an Underground Utility Locator primarily works in the field to identify and mark underground utilities to prevent damage during construction. While both roles are essential in utility projects, the estimator emphasizes planning and budgeting, whereas the locator emphasizes field detection and safety.

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Underground Utility Estimator

Riviera Beach, FL • On-site

Hinterland Group
Civil Engineering Construction • 201 - 500 employees
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Job description

Join a company scaling fast — and bring your career along for the ride.


Why Hinterland Group


Hinterland Group is a fast-growing construction and field services company powering critical underground utility work across Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina. We're scaling quickly, which means real ownership, real visibility with leadership, and real room to grow — not just another seat on a big team where your work gets lost in the shuffle.
The Opportunity
We're looking for an experienced Underground Utility Estimator to be the driving force behind winning the projects that matter — water, sewer, storm drain, lift stations, and water treatment infrastructure. You'll take a set of plans and turn them into a sharp, competitive, defensible bid — the kind that wins work and keeps our field teams building. This role works directly to the leadership team, so your numbers, your judgment, and your instincts will directly shape company strategy.

What You'll Own
•    Reviewing drawings, specs, geotechnical reports, and bid documents to build accurate, complete estimates
•    Running detailed quantity takeoffs for pipe, structures, excavation, backfill, and restoration work
•    Pricing labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and indirect costs with precision
•    Sourcing and comparing vendor and subcontractor quotes to keep bids sharp and competitive
•    Spotting risk and constructability issues before they become field problems
•    Building polished bid proposals and pricing summaries that win work
•    Getting out to pre-bid meetings and site walks — this is a role with real field exposure, not just a desk
•    Handing off winning bids cleanly to project managers, superintendents, and engineers
•    Shaping how we price change orders and value-engineer projects going forward
What You Bring
•    5–10 years estimating underground utility or heavy civil projects — you know this world inside and out
•    Sharp instincts for reading civil plans and specs, and translating them into numbers that hold up
•    Comfort with estimating and takeoff software
•    A real feel for production rates, labor costs, and equipment usage — not just formulas
•    Precision and attention to detail, especially against a deadline
•    Confidence working independently, and the communication skills to keep everyone aligned
•    Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred
What You'll Get
•    A direct line to the leadership and real influence over how we price and win work
•    A growing company where your impact compounds as we scale
•    Competitive compensation and benefits
•    Work that matters — the infrastructure you estimate becomes the water and sewer systems communities rely on every day


Ready to build something that lasts? We'd love to see what you can do.