Estimator – Heavy Civil Foundations & Bids

Bauer Foundation Corp; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays and vacation

Paid parental leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bauer Foundation Corp is seeking an Estimator to join our growing team in Tampa, FL. The role focuses on preparing accurate estimates for lump sum and time-and-material contracts, reviewing bid specs and drawings, and engaging with clients for feedback to improve future submissions.

The position reports to the Southeast Business Unit Vice President, is full-time with a Monday–Friday 8AM–5PM schedule, and requires occasional travel to Atlanta, GA for pre-bid meetings and site visits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering required.
• 2–3 years’ experience in deep foundations or heavy civil works preferred.
• Strong analytical and planning skills, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Foster relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers; attend pre-bid conferences and site visits.
• Develop, review, and analyze subcontractor quotes for best value.
• Prepare bid status reports; ensure compliance with specifications and contracts.
• Present cost estimates aligned to customer proposals, including general and special conditions.
• Prepare scope specs, inputs for project schedules, quantity take-offs, and cost summaries.
• Maintain and update cost code databases for historical data.
• Use company/historical data for pricing estimates.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Reading plans & specs

Org & problem solving

Independent work

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Bauer Foundation Corp is seeking an Estimator to join our growing team in Tampa, FL. The role focuses on preparing accurate estimates for lump sum and time-and-material contracts, reviewing bid specs and drawings, and engaging with clients for feedback to improve future submissions.

The position reports to the Southeast Business Unit Vice President, is full-time with a Monday–Friday 8AM–5PM schedule, and requires occasional travel to Atlanta, GA for pre-bid meetings and site visits.