Lead Heavy Civil Estimator – Site Development & Bids

Burgess Civil; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Vehicle allowance

Cell phone allowance

Job summary

Burgess Civil, a growing heavy civil contractor based in Tampa, Florida, is seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Estimator or Senior Estimator to join our preconstruction team. You’ll own bids, analyze scope and risk, and develop accurate estimates for heavy civil and site development projects.

We’re building a technology-forward estimating department focused on autonomy, standards, accountability, training, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating heavy civil site development projects.
• Ability to review plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Proficient in quantity takeoffs and pricing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimates from kickoff to bid submission.
• Review plans, specs, geotechnical reports, addenda, and contracts.
• Perform quantity takeoffs using Agtek, Bluebeam, Excel.
• Build detailed estimates in HCSS HeavyBid.
• Develop construction approaches, production plans, and pricing strategies.
• Solicit and level subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, and risks.
• Participate in site visits, bid reviews, and client discussions.
• Coordinate with operations and leadership; mentor the estimating team.

Tools

Agtek

Bluebeam

Excel

HCSS HeavyBid

Job description

Burgess Civil, a growing heavy civil contractor based in Tampa, Florida, is seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Estimator or Senior Estimator to join our preconstruction team. You’ll own bids, analyze scope and risk, and develop accurate estimates for heavy civil and site development projects.

We’re building a technology-forward estimating department focused on autonomy, standards, accountability, training, and continuous improvement.