Project Estimator

Jobot; Wildwood (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer matching

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays

PTO

Long-term incentives

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Project Estimator for heavy civil construction and site development in Central Florida. You will turn civil plans into detailed cost estimates for earthwork, utilities, and roadways, coordinating with CAD, vendors, and subcontractors.

Proficiency with AGTEK, HCSS Heavy Bid, Bluebeam, and MS Office is required. You will manage RFIs, bid packages, and bid timelines, participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and handoffs to Project Management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent estimating experience.
• Experience estimating for site development or heavy civil construction.
• Proficiency with HCSS Heavy Bid and AGTEK for cost estimating and takeoffs.

Responsibilities

• Review RFPs/RFQs and bid documents to determine scope.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for site development, earthwork, utilities, and roadways.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and material calculations using AGTEK.
• Prepare itemized cost estimates and breakdowns using HCSS Heavy Bid.
• Solicit and evaluate supplier quotes and subcontractor bids.
• Coordinate with CAD technicians and internal teams for takeoffs and pricing.
• Conduct site visits to assess conditions and logistics.
• Attend pre-bid meetings with owners, engineers, and authorities.
• Prepare RFIs to resolve plan discrepancies before deadlines.
• Develop schedules and bid exhibits for submissions.
• Maintain organized bid documentation and records.
• Assist with change orders and warranty closeouts.
• Support senior estimator in identifying bid opportunities.

Skills

Estimating experience

Earthwork experience

Civil estimating

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid

AGTEK

Bluebeam

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Salary: $90,000 - $125,000 per year

Project Estimator – Heavy Civil Construction & Site Development

A bit about us:

Are you an experienced construction estimator who knows how to turn civil engineering plans into accurate, competitive bids? Join a respected heavy civil construction team where your expertise directly contributes to major infrastructure projects across Central Florida.

We specialize in large-scale site development, earthwork, underground utilities, and roadway construction for residential, commercial, industrial, and public infrastructure projects. We're looking for a detail-oriented Project Estimator who can evaluate project scope, develop accurate cost estimates, coordinate competitive subcontractor pricing, and help drive successful project awards.

This is an opportunity to put your estimating skills to work on projects that shape growing communities while building a long-term career with a company that values hard work, accountability, and pride in every project.

Why join us?

• Competitive Salary: Target compensation of $85,000–$120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance with employer contributions.
• Time Off: Generous PTO package and paid holidays.
• Long-Term Incentives: Additional opportunities to benefit from company performance and long-term growth.
• Meaningful Projects: Work on diverse civil construction projects involving earthwork, underground utilities, site infrastructure, and roadway development.
• Collaborative Environment: Partner with experienced estimators, CAD technicians, project managers, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Professional Growth: Expand your technical expertise and contribute to the company's continued success across Central Florida.

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze requests for proposals (RFPs), requests for quotations (RFQs), construction plans, specifications, and other bid documents to determine project scope and requirements.
• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for site development, earthwork, underground utilities, roadway infrastructure, residential, multifamily, commercial, industrial, and municipal construction projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and material calculations using AGTEK software, identifying missing information, discrepancies, and potential scope gaps.
• Prepare itemized cost estimates and detailed cost breakdowns using HCSS Heavy Bid.
• Solicit, review, and evaluate material supplier quotes and subcontractor bids to ensure complete and competitive estimates.
• Coordinate with CAD technicians and internal support teams to compile takeoffs, vendor quotes, subcontractor pricing, and other estimating documentation.
• Conduct project site visits to evaluate existing conditions, access constraints, site logistics, and potential construction challenges.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and coordinate with owners, engineers, municipalities, and other governing authorities to clarify project requirements.
• Prepare and submit requests for information (RFIs) to resolve plan discrepancies, missing details, and specification questions before bid deadlines.
• Develop critical-path schedules and prepare supporting exhibits required for bid submissions.
• Maintain organized bid documentation, including correspondence, vendor quotes, subcontractor proposals, takeoffs, and estimate records.
• Participate in project handoff meetings with Project Management for awarded contracts, communicating scope, exclusions, limitations, site conditions, and potential risks.
• Assist Project Managers with change orders, plan revisions, and year-end warranty closeouts for previously awarded projects.
• Support the Senior Estimator and company management in identifying new bid opportunities and developing relationships with prospective clients and stakeholders.
• Ensure estimates are accurate, complete, competitive, and submitted within established deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is a plus; equivalent relevant estimating experience may be considered.
• Previous experience in estimating for site development or heavy civil construction is preferred.
• Experience or a strong background in earthwork, underground utility installation, roadway infrastructure, and site preparation.
• Proficiency with HCSS Heavy Bid and AGTEK for cost estimating, quantity takeoffs, and material calculations is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of Bluebeam and Microsoft Office; Microsoft Project experience is beneficial.
• Ability to interpret civil construction plans, engineering drawings, technical specifications, bid packages, and contract documents.
• Proven ability to develop detailed cost estimates, evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing, and identify scope gaps, cost risks, and potential project challenges.
• Experience coordinating with subcontractors, vendors, CAD technicians, project managers, owners, engineers, and public agencies.
• Ability to prepare RFIs, maintain accurate bid documentation, and manage multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong organizational, planning, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate with team members and contribute to mentoring or coaching others when needed.
• Willingness to conduct project site visits and attend pre-bid meetings throughout the Central Florida region.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned Project Estimator to join a supportive team and work on a variety of exciting construction projects. If you have the skills and experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you.

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