Estimator - Heavy Civil

Garney Construction; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan with a 3.5% match

Paid time off and 8 paid holidays

Access to healthcare coordinators

Job summary

Garney Construction is looking for an Estimator in Tampa, Florida. This full-time, salaried role requires previous estimating experience, ideally in water or wastewater projects. Candidates are expected to prepare precise quantity takeoffs and cost estimates, analyze project documents, and engage in collaborative efforts with subcontractors and suppliers.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of estimating experience and proficiency in interpreting construction drawings. Additional perks include free medical plans, company stock, and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction estimating experience.
• Proficient in interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
• Motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates.
• Review project documents, plans, specifications accurately.
• Analyze and compile estimate data impacting costs.

Skills

Construction estimating experience

Interpreting construction drawings

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or equivalent

Job description

An Estimator position is available at Garney. This is a full‑time, salaried position with full benefits and participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). We are seeking a self‑motivated individual to join our growing Estimating Team. To be considered for this position, you must have previous estimating experience, preferably in the water, wastewater, or industrial markets. Candidates with proven experience estimating heavy civil earthwork, cast‑in‑place concrete structures, underground yard piping, and/or above‑grade process piping systems. Estimating experience with at‑risk self‑performing contracts is preferred over construction manager at‑risk delivery methods.

What you will be doing

• Preparing detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for water and wastewater treatment projects.
• Review project documents, plans, specifications, and addenda completely and accurately.
• Analyzing and compiling estimate data that impacts the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location, and other factors.
• Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Developing and maintaining business relationships with small businesses, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Provide input on value engineering.
• Ability to provide conceptual estimates from limited information with assumptions and clarifications.
• Preparing contingency and risk analysis for the estimate and pre‑review.
• Communicating estimate bid information to field operations at pre‑construction meetings to ensure understanding of the scope of the job and critical means and methods of construction.

What we are looking for

• 2+ years of construction estimating experience
• Preferred but not required: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, business administration, or equivalent work experience
• Proficiency in interpreting construction drawings and understanding specifications
• Must be able to review take‑off quantities to ensure accuracy of data used in estimates and review drawings, specifications, and proposed project site conditions
• Motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills and experience working in collaborative environments

Let’s talk the perks

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
• Virtual doctor visits with no co‑pay
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting on your first day
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
• Student loan resources
• Weekly paychecks
• Paid time off
• 8 paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
• Free life insurance and disability policy
• Free access to healthcare coordinators
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
• Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store

Contact us

If you are interested in the Estimator, please click APPLY NOW to submit your application. To view additional opportunities with Garney, visit careers.garney.com.

If you have questions or would like more information, please email [e-mail] and include the job location and requisition ID (listed below the job title at the top of the page) to ensure a prompt response. Please note that email inquiries are not a substitute for submitting an application. All openings listed are currently accepting candidates.

Garney and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney is a background screening, drug‑free workplace.

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