Earthwork Estimator

Protouch Staffing; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Protouch Staffing is seeking an experienced Earthwork Estimator in Dallas, TX. You will prepare takeoffs with AGTEK, analyze geotechnical reports, and develop accurate site development estimates.

The role requires collaboration with project teams, subcontractors, and clients to secure competitive bids. You will manage leads via CRM, attend pre-bid meetings, and identify value engineering opportunities to maximize profitability while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Proven Earthwork Estimator in civil/site development.
• Experience with AGTEK takeoff and geotechnical analysis.
• Ability to read site plans, grading drawings, and civil docs.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed earthwork takeoffs using AGTEK and related software.
• Analyze geotechnical reports, site plans, and conditions to inform estimates.
• Develop cost estimates for site development, excavation, grading, and demolition.
• Utilize CRM to track leads and manage client communications.
• Collaborate with PMs, engineers, and subcontractors for pricing.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and vendor negotiations.
• Identify risks and value engineering opportunities to improve bids.
• Prepare and submit bid proposals within deadlines.
• Communicate bid scope to field operations at pre-con meetings.
• Analyze competition and engage with owners, subs, and vendors.
• Refine pricing strategies with upper management.
• Develop and maintain regional bid opportunities.

Skills

AGTEK takeoff

Geotechnical reports

CRM software

Bid analysis

Communication

Negotiation

Site plans reading

Texas market network

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Salesforce

HubSpot

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Earthwork Estimator to join our team. Candidates must have strong knowledge of AGTEK takeoff software, be proficient in reading geotechnical reports, and be comfortable using CRM software to manage client interactions and project tracking. The ideal candidate is not only an expert in estimating but also a relationship-builder with a proven track record of winning bids and driving profitability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed earthwork quantity takeoffs using AGTEK and related software.
• Analyze geotechnical reports, site plans, grading plans, civil drawings specifications and proposed project site conditions; record findings and solicit input from field operations to include in final project estimate.
• Generate accurate cost estimates for site development, excavation, grading, and demolition for private and federal work.
• Utilize CRM software to track leads, manage client communications, and follow up on bids.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors for pricing and scope clarification.
• Manage and attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and subcontractor/vendor negotiations as needed.
• Identify risk factors, value engineering opportunities, scope gaps or alternative methods to increase competitiveness of the bid.
• Prepare and submit professional bid proposals within deadlines.
• Communicate estimate bid information to field operations at pre-construction meetings to ensure understanding of scope of job and critical means and methods of construction.
• Analyze competition and communicate with owners, subcontractors, public and private entities to ensure competitiveness.
• Communicate estimate bid information to field operations at pre-construction meetings to ensure understanding of scope of job and critical means and methods of construction.
• Collaborate with upper management to refine pricing strategies and improve bid competitiveness.
• Develop and maintain business relationships to increase bid opportunities in the regional market.
• Strong technical knowledge of excavation, grading, and civil sitework.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• A network of relationships with General Contractors in Texas is a significant plus.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Earthwork Estimator in civil construction or site development.
• Proficient in AGTEK takeoff software (required).
• Strong understanding of geotechnical reports and how they impact earthwork and site planning.
• Experience using CRM software (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar).
• Ability to read and interpret site plans, grading drawings, and civil engineering documents.
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently or in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Familiarity with construction scheduling software or project management tools.
• 3+ years of construction estimating support, engineering, field support, or similar experience, 2+ years estimating experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for growth and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Exposure to a variety of challenging and rewarding projects

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance