Estimator

Pinnacle Search; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distributor in Jacksonville is seeking an Estimator to support a high-performing Outside Sales team. This role involves turning plans into accurate bids while building relationships with contractors and engineers. Candidates should have estimating experience, strong knowledge of PlanSwift, and the ability to read civil plans. The position offers significant growth potential within a respected national platform. It's an exciting opportunity for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven estimating experience within waterworks, underground utilities, civil construction, or related distribution.
• Strong working knowledge of PlanSwift required.
• Ability to read civil plans, blueprints, and specifications.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Comfortable working closely with sales teams and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Review project drawings and specifications to determine quoting opportunities.
• Build detailed takeoffs using PlanSwift estimating software.
• Collaborate with Outside Sales on project strategy and pricing.
• Prepare clear, professional quotations for contractors and engineering firms.
• Manage multiple bids and deadlines across active construction projects.
• Support underground water, sewer, and civil infrastructure opportunities.

Skills

Estimating experience

Strong knowledge of PlanSwift

Ability to read civil plans

High attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

PlanSwift

Job description

Estimator, Civil and Waterworks Construction

A leading distributor serving civil infrastructure, underground utilities, and waterworks contractors seeks an Estimator to support a high performing Outside Sales team. This role focuses on turning plans into accurate, competitive bids while strengthening relationships with contractors, engineers, and municipalities.

This is a hands on position for someone who thrives on reading plans, building takeoffs, and helping win projects. Speed, accuracy, and communication matter here.

What You Will Do

• Review project drawings and specifications to determine quoting opportunities
• Build detailed takeoffs using PlanSwift estimating software
• Collaborate with Outside Sales on project strategy and pricing
• Prepare clear, professional quotations for contractors and engineering firms
• Manage multiple bids and deadlines across active construction projects
• Support underground water, sewer, and civil infrastructure opportunities

What You Bring

• Proven estimating experience within waterworks, underground utilities, civil construction, or related distribution
• Strong working knowledge of PlanSwift, required
• Ability to read civil plans, blueprints, and specifications
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Comfortable working closely with sales teams and external customers

Why This Role Stands Out

• Direct impact on revenue growth and project wins
• Exposure to large scale infrastructure and municipal projects
• Stable industry tied to essential infrastructure investment
• Growth path within a respected national platform

If you have estimating experience and strong PlanSwift skills, this role offers the chance to step into a fast moving environment where your work directly drives project success.