Agtek Technician

Watsoncivil; Angel Run (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life, short &/

401(k) with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Watson Civil Construction, Inc. is seeking a Takeoff Technician to join our estimating team in our Tampa or Jacksonville/St. Augustine, FL office.

You will support senior estimators with quantity takeoffs, plan review, and data organization to help produce accurate cost estimates for heavy civil projects. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of construction experience, familiarity with civil drawings, and proficiency in takeoff software and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or related coursework in construction management or civil engineering.
• Experience reading civil construction plans and performing basic measurements.
• Internship or field experience accepted.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and other project documents.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for earthwork, utilities, and roadway items using company software.
• Assist in organizing bid documents and maintaining project files.
• Input and update data into estimating and takeoff software (HCSS, Agtek, Bluebeam).
• Coordinate with estimators to verify quantities, material requirements, and subcontractor inputs.
• Support the gathering and organization of supplier and subcontractor quotes.
• Help maintain standardized takeoff templates and historical quantity databases.
• Learn and apply estimating principles under the guidance of senior estimators.

Skills

Plan reading

Takeoff software

MS Office

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Associate degree in construction management or civil engineering

Tools

Agtek

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

HCSS

Job description

Takeoff Technician

Watson Civil Construction, Inc. is a heavy/highway contractor specializing in FDOT projects, large site infrastructure, underground, and road work with more than 300 employees working throughout Florida. We are a dynamic and growing company seeking a Takeoff Technician to join our estimating team in our Tampa or Jacksonville/St. Augustine, FL office. This position is ideal for someone looking to build a career in estimating and civil construction, supporting senior estimators and project teams in a fast-paced environment.

Job Description

The Takeoff Technician will assist the estimating team by performing accurate quantity takeoffs and supporting proposal preparations for heavy civil and roadway projects. This position will focus on data entry, plan review, and organization of estimating materials to help ensure complete and accurate cost estimates.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and other project documents.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for earthwork, utilities, and roadway items using company software.
• Assist in organizing bid documents and maintaining project files.
• Input and update data into estimating and takeoff software (HCSS, Agtek, Bluebeam).
• Coordinate with estimators to verify quantities, material requirements, and subcontractor inputs.
• Support the gathering and organization of supplier and subcontractor quotes.
• Help maintain standardized takeoff templates and historical quantity databases.
• Learn and apply estimating principles under the guidance of senior estimators.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in construction, civil engineering, or related field preferred (internship or field experience accepted).
• Familiarity with reading civil construction plans and performing basic measurements.
• Experience with takeoff or design software (Agtek, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, HCSS, or similar) is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Motivated to learn and grow in the construction estimating field.

Education

• Associate degree or coursework in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related technical field preferred. Equivalent experience considered.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary is negotiable based on experience
• Health, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability
• 401(k) with company match and 100% immediate vesting
• PTO and paid holidays

Watson Civil Construction is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. DFWP

Job Type: Full-time