COMMERCIAL ESTIMATOR CONSTRUCTION

Bonness Inc.; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bonness Inc. is seeking an experienced estimator with strong site work, paving, concrete, and underground utilities bid experience in Southwest Florida.

The role emphasizes take-off accuracy, contract analysis, and collaboration with operations to prepare comprehensive bids. Ideal candidates have 5–7 years in civil construction estimating, proficiency with B2W/AGTEK/AutoCAD/PlanSwift, and solid Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Five to seven years' experience in construction within an individual-performance environment.
• Proficient knowledge of earthwork, underground utilities, concrete, and asphalt.
• Experience with estimating and design software (B2W, AGTEK, AutoCad, PlanSwift).

Responsibilities

• Understand and Analyze detailed bid specifications, schematics, and drawings
• Prepare accurate estimates/packages for projects
• Assist Operations with scheduling, job layout, and change order preparation
• Track progress of multiple bids and bid results
• Oversee and manage change orders during project progression
• Oversee and manage project closeouts at completionDeliver accurate and timely estimates/bid proposals to clients
• Maintain positive relations with clients, subcontractors, and vendors
• Communicate effectively with other departments and team members
• Some local travel to review bids and inspect current conditions at job sites

Skills

Estimating & take-off

Bid package development

Communication

Time management

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

Some college-level construction management

Tools

B2W Software

AGTEK

AutoCAD

PlanSwift

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Summary:

The ideal candidate will have significant estimating and quantity take-off experience for site work, paving, concrete, and underground utilities related to institutional, commercial, and industrial construction projects. Prior experience with civil construction subcontractors, significant individual-performance, and AGTEK estimating software proficiency is strongly preferred.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Understand and Analyze detailed bid specifications, schematics, and drawings
• Prepare accurate estimates/packages for projects
• Assist Operations with scheduling, job layout, and change order preparation
• Track progress of multiple bids and bid results
• Oversee and manage change orders during project progression
• Oversee and manage project closeouts at completionDeliver accurate and timely estimates/bid proposals to clients
• Maintain positive relations with clients, subcontractors, and vendors
• Communicate effectively with other departments and team members
• Some local travel to review bids and inspect current conditions at job sites

Requirements:

• Five to seven years' experience in construction within an individual-performance environment
• Some college-level construction management study preferred
• Proficient knowledge of earthwork, underground utilities, concrete, and asphalt
• Experience with estimating and design software (B2W, AGTEK, AutoCad, PlanSwift)
• General knowledge of construction equipment applications
• Create and maintain relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors
• Must possess strong verbal, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Work with peers in a team environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of geotechnical skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and strong computer skills
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus
• Valid Driver's License

All work is local. Our Office is Fragrance-Free.

We offer competitive pay commensurate with experience, and a full benefits package. Bonness Inc. is a Drug-Free and Equal Opportunity Employer. This organization participates in E-Verify.

Bonness Inc. is a family owned and operated contractor serving our community since 1981. Our mission is to fully serve Southwest Florida’s paving and sitework needs with honesty and integrity by providing a quality product, outstanding customer service, value and initiative.