Senior Estimator & Project Manager – Civil Construction

Frederick Derr & Company; Sarasota, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Frederick Derr & Company, Inc. in Sarasota, FL is seeking an experienced Estimator/Project Manager for full-time work. The ideal candidate has 4–5 years of civil construction estimating and project management experience, handling projects valued from $200,000 to $15 million.

Responsibilities include takeoffs, site visits, RFIs, value engineering, and bid package preparation. The role requires proficiency with civil estimations and standard industry software such as HCSS HeavyBid/HeavyJob and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field preferred.
• 4–5 years of estimating and project management experience in civil construction.
• Experience with earthwork, piping, concrete, and roadway work.
• Proficiency with estimating software (HCSS HeavyBid/HeavyJob, AGTEK) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review construction documents and prepare accurate quantity takeoffs for civil work.
• Conduct site visits to assess existing conditions and confirm scope.
• Prepare and submit RFIs to clarify conditions and proposed improvements.
• Develop value-engineering options to strengthen contract awards.
• Prepare bid packages, solicit subcontractor proposals, and review quotes.

Skills

Estimating

Project management

Civil construction

Cost analysis

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

HCSS HeavyJob

AGTEK

Job description

Frederick Derr & Company, Inc., a well-established, employee-owned Sarasota contractor specializing in excavation, utilities, stormwater systems, concrete, and roadway installation is seeking an experienced, full-time Estimator/Project Manager.

Qualified candidates should have at least four to five years of experience estimating and managing civil construction projects valued from $200,000 to $15 million.

Key Responsibilities

• Review construction documents and prepare accurate quantity takeoffs for civil construction work.
• Conduct site visits to assess existing conditions and confirm the proposed scope of work.
• Prepare and submit timely requests for information to the appropriate design professionals to clarify existing conditions and proposed improvements.
• Develop value-engineering options that strengthen contract-award opportunities.
• Prepare bid packages, solicit subcontractor proposals, and review quotes for scope compliance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, material suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Prepare and administer contracts, change orders, and billings.
• Analyze cost data and prepare monthly work-in-progress projections.
• Estimate and negotiate project changes, then revise contracts as needed.
• Attend preconstruction meetings and gather relevant project information.
• Provide input and support for project phasing and resource scheduling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field preferred.
• At least four to five years of experience in civil construction estimating and project management, including earthwork, piping, concrete, and roadway work.
• Experience with HCSS HeavyBid, HeavyJob, and AGTEK preferred.