Civil Construction Estimator

Foshee Construction Co., LLC; Minneola (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Stable, growing company with backlog

Job summary

Foshee Construction Co., LLC in Central Florida is seeking an experienced Civil Site Development Estimator to join our growing team. You will prepare detailed cost estimates for earthwork, grading, paving, underground utilities, and site improvements on commercial projects.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of estimating experience in civil site development, strong plan-reading skills, and a collaborative approach with project managers, subcontractors, and suppliers to deliver competitive bids.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of estimating experience in civil site development.
• Proven experience estimating underground utility and site development projects.
• Strong understanding of commercial civil construction means and methods.
• Ability to read and interpret civil plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Experience preparing quantity takeoffs.
• Proficiency with: HCSS HeavyBid, AGTEK, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial civil site development projects.
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs from plans, specifications, and bid documents.
• Estimate costs for earthwork, grading, underground utilities (water, sewer, storm), paving, concrete, erosion control, and site improvements.
• Review drawings and specifications to identify scope, constructability concerns, and project risks.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate pricing with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Develop scopes of work, budgets, and bid packages.
• Maintain current labor, equipment, and material pricing.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and occasional site visits.
• Coordinate project turnover with project management after project award.
• Maintain estimating databases and historical cost information.
• Track bid results and identify opportunities to improve estimating accuracy and competitiveness.
• Support budgeting, conceptual estimating, and value engineering efforts when needed.

Skills

Estimating

Underground utilities

Plan reading

Excel

Office Suite

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

AGTEK

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Build Your Career with Foshee Construction

Foshee Construction is a growing leader in commercial site development and underground utility construction throughout Central Florida. We specialize in clearing, earthwork, grading, erosion control, underground utilities, storm drainage, water distribution, sanitary sewer systems, and complete site development solutions for commercial, municipal, and private clients.

As our company continues to grow, we're looking for an experienced Civil Site Development Estimator who shares our commitment to quality, teamwork, and customer satisfaction.

Position Summary

The Civil Site Development Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and comprehensive cost estimates for commercial civil site development projects. This position plays a critical role in helping Foshee Construction secure new work by producing detailed estimates for earthwork, grading, paving, underground utilities, and other site development scopes.

The ideal candidate has extensive estimating experience, strong analytical abilities, and enjoys collaborating with project managers, field operations, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to deliver successful projects.

Who You Are:

• You have 5+ years of estimating experience in commercial civil site development.


• You have extensive experience estimating underground utility work, including water, sewer, and storm drainage systems.


• You are detail-oriented and thrive on producing accurate, competitive estimates.


• You are an analytical problem solver who enjoys evaluating plans, specifications, and project risks.


• You communicate effectively and collaborate well with project teams, vendors, and clients.


• You take ownership of your work and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.


• You value safety, professionalism, and delivering exceptional results.

What You'll Do Each Day:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial civil site development projects.


• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs from plans, specifications, and bid documents.


• Estimate costs for:
  
  
  
  • Earthwork.
  
  
  • Grading.
  
  
  • Underground utilities (water, sewer, storm).
  
  
  • Paving.
  
  
  • Concrete.
  
  
  • Erosion control.
  
  
  • Site improvements.
  
  
  
  


• Review drawings and specifications to identify scope, constructability concerns, and project risks.


• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate pricing with subcontractors and suppliers.


• Develop scopes of work, budgets, and bid packages.


• Maintain current labor, equipment, and material pricing.


• Attend pre-bid meetings and occasional site visits.


• Coordinate project turnover with project management after project award.


• Maintain estimating databases and historical cost information.


• Track bid results and identify opportunities to improve estimating accuracy and competitiveness.


• Support budgeting, conceptual estimating, and value engineering efforts when needed.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Minimum 5 years of estimating experience in civil site development.


• Proven experience estimating underground utility and site development projects.


• Strong understanding of commercial civil construction means and methods.


• Ability to read and interpret civil plans, specifications, and contract documents.


• Experience preparing quantity takeoffs.


• Proficiency with:
  
  
  
  • HCSS HeavyBid.
  
  
  • AGTEK.
  
  
  • Bluebeam.
  
  
  • Microsoft Excel.
  
  
  • Microsoft Office Suite.
  
  
  
  


• Strong organizational and time-management skills.


• Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:

• Experience working with commercial developers and general contractors.


• Knowledge of Central Florida subcontractors, suppliers, and regional pricing.


• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.


• Field experience in site development or underground utility construction.

Why You'll Love Working at Foshee Construction:

At Foshee Construction, we believe our employees are the foundation of our success. We invest in our people by providing opportunities for professional growth, modern technology, and a collaborative team environment where your contributions are valued.

We offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience.


• Health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Paid time off and company holidays.


• Retirement savings plan.


• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.


• Stable, growing company with a strong backlog of work.


• Supportive leadership committed to your success.


• A collaborative team environment built on safety, integrity, and excellence.