Estimator

Hubbard Construction Company; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Paid Basic Life Insurance

401(k) Plan w/Employer Match

Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance

Health and Wellness Benefits

Job summary

Hubbard Construction Company in Jacksonville, FL is seeking an experienced Estimator with a minimum of 5 years in asphalt paving and roadway construction. Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing estimate packages, soliciting bids, and analyzing project risks. Ideal candidates have a degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering and relevant experience with DOT projects ranging from $1M to $25M. The position offers comprehensive company benefits including paid leave and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an estimator for asphalt paving and roadway projects.
• Experience with General Contractor bidding on DOT projects between $1M and $25M.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review roadway construction and asphalt paving estimate packages.
• Solicit estimates from subcontractors and vendors.
• Analyze project risks and prepare detailed estimates.
• Identify potential construction issues during estimating.

Skills

Experience with HCSS software

Effective verbal and written communication

Knowledge of asphalt laydown and roadway construction

Ability to interpret blueprints

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

HCSS software

Job description

General Description

The Estimator is responsible for the preparation and review of assigned roadway construction and/or asphalt paving estimate packages, implementing department standards and procedures while ensuring the accuracy and completeness of estimate packages. Company primarily performs construction activities involving asphalt paving/resurfacing, bridge construction, earthwork/grading, roadway construction/rehabs, and highway work.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Read/review plans, proposals, specifications, RFP's, and any other pertinent project related documents necessary to develop a competent and competitive estimate/bid package.
• Solicit estimates from various subcontractors and vendors to prepare estimate packages.
• Prepare reports and analysis pertinent to estimating as requested by management
• Review established labor, equipment, and material costs, for preparation of estimate/bid packages.
• Prepare accurate estimates from conceptual and schematic drawings.
• Produce detailed, final contract estimates, for primarily Asphalt Paving and Roadway/Site Development Projects.
• Assess project exposures/construction risks and appropriately analyze cost and reflect these in an estimate.
• Identify potential construction issues through the estimating process.
• Identify value-engineering alternatives.

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

• Working experience on HCSS software or other equivalent estimating software.
• Must be able to verbally communicate effectively, as well as written correspondence.
• Working knowledge of asphalt laydown and/or roadway construction operations.
• Must be able to interpret blueprints and written specifications.
• Attention to detail, including interpretation and preparation of spreadsheets and other data.

Education and/or Experience

This is not an entry-level position.

• Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience as an Estimator bidding asphalt paving and/or roadway construction projects.
• A degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or equivalent experience, is required.
• Experience working for a General Contractor as an estimator bidding on Department of Transportation or other roadway projects between $1M and $25M required.

Physical Demands

• Frequent ability to sit for prolonged periods of time;
• Ability to drive a company vehicle for various recruiting events.
• Frequent ability to talk and hear, both in person and by telephone;
• Frequent ability to operate standard office equipment, using hand and arm dexterity;
• Frequent ability to navigate through office environment, including periodic use of stairs and/or elevator, as needed;
• Infrequent ability to lift general office documents and materials, up to 10 pounds;
• Frequent vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Work generally is performed in an office environment, although periodic visits to construction sites and asphalt manufacturing facilities is required.
• Noise level in the typical office work environment is quiet; however, when visiting construction sites and/or asphalt manufacturing facilities, various levels of noise, dust and other environmental exposures may occur; any exposure is within the established Permissible Exposure Limits, however Personal protective Equipment such as hardhats, hearing protection and safety glasses, may be required.

Company Benefits

• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy
• Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Maternity Leave
• Company Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Term Life
• Voluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, Critical Illness Policies
• 401(k) Plan w/Employer Match
• Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities
• Discount Partnerships: Verizon, Ford, Perkspot
• Health and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym/Fitness Incentives

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We promote a Drug‑Free Workplace.