Project Estimator

$90000 - $125000 per year | Wildwood, FL | On-site | Permanent

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.

• 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.

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…