Senior Water & Wastewater Estimator

B&B Concrete Contractors; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

B&B Concrete Contractors in Tampa, FL seeks an experienced Water/Wastewater Estimator to pursue and plan infrastructure projects, develop accurate estimates, and partner with operations from bid through project handoff.

The role emphasizes evaluating scope, constructability, risk, and cost, with a focus on water/wastewater construction, self-performed work, and strong takeoff skills. This position supports successful project execution with close collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• Experience estimating water and wastewater construction projects.
• Experience with self-performed structural concrete and/or heavy civil construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction means, methods, sequencing, and productivity.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong quantity takeoff, cost analysis, and scope review skills.
• Experience with HCSS, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, and On-Screen Takeoff preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop estimates for water and wastewater facilities, pump stations, and related infrastructure.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing for self-performed labor, materials, and equipment.
• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals and ensure scope coverage.
• Assess phasing, staging, logistics, constructability, and sequencing.
• Develop preliminary schedules to support estimating efforts.
• Identify risks, value-engineering ideas, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Participate in bid reviews with operations and project management.
• Prepare detailed project budgets and handoffs to the project team.
• Support buyout with subcontractors and suppliers after award.
• Collaborate with operations to set projects up for successful execution.

Job description

B&B Concrete Contractors in Tampa, FL seeks an experienced Water/Wastewater Estimator to pursue and plan infrastructure projects, develop accurate estimates, and partner with operations from bid through project handoff.

The role emphasizes evaluating scope, constructability, risk, and cost, with a focus on water/wastewater construction, self-performed work, and strong takeoff skills. This position supports successful project execution with close collaboration.