Takeoff Technician - Civil Estimating

Watsoncivil; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

PTO and paid holidays

Dental and vision

Job summary

Watson Civil Construction, Inc. is seeking a Takeoff Technician to assist our estimating team in our Tampa or Jacksonville/St. Augustine, FL offices.

You will support the preparation of accurate quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for heavy civil and roadway projects. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of construction experience, familiarity with civil plans, and proficiency with takeoff software such as Agtek, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or HCSS.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in construction, civil engineering, or related field preferred (internship or field experience accepted).
• Familiarity with reading civil construction plans and performing basic measurements.
• Experience with takeoff or design software (Agtek, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, HCSS) is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Motivated to learn and grow in the construction estimating field.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and other project documents.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for earthwork, utilities, and roadway items using company software.
• Assist in organizing bid documents and maintaining project files.
• Input and update data into estimating and takeoff software (HCSS, Agtek, Bluebeam).
• Coordinate with estimators to verify quantities, material requirements, and subcontractor inputs.
• Support the gathering and organization of supplier and subcontractor quotes.
• Help maintain standardized takeoff templates and historical quantity databases.
• Learn and apply estimating principles under the guidance of senior estimators.

Skills

Plan reading

Detail oriented

Communication

Time management

Education

Associate degree

Equivalent experience

Tools

Agtek

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

HCSS

Job description

Watson Civil Construction, Inc. is seeking a Takeoff Technician to assist our estimating team in our Tampa or Jacksonville/St. Augustine, FL offices.

You will support the preparation of accurate quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for heavy civil and roadway projects. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of construction experience, familiarity with civil plans, and proficiency with takeoff software such as Agtek, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or HCSS.