Job Title: Civil Estimator
Location: Wildwood, Florida, USA
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Industry: Heavy Civil Construction
Work Authorization: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Overview
An established civil construction contractor is seeking a Civil Estimator to support the successful delivery of infrastructure and site development projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of civil construction projects, preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates while collaborating closely with project managers, subcontractors, suppliers, and field teams.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the tendering and pre-construction process, helping to secure new projects and support successful project execution.
Key Responsibilities
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Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, permits, and project requirements.
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Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates for civil construction projects.
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Solicit and evaluate quotations from subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
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Attend site visits and gather field information to support estimate preparation.
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Maintain estimating records and bid tracking databases.
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Prepare bid submissions and supporting documentation.
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Manage requests for information, bid clarifications, and tender addenda.
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Respond to subcontractor and supplier enquiries throughout the bidding process.
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Analyse subcontractor quotations and prepare bid comparison reports.
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Support project handover activities to operations and project management teams.
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Assist in developing scopes of work for subcontractors and suppliers.
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Prepare bid packages and supporting documentation for project stakeholders.
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Participate in post-tender negotiations and procurement activities.
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Develop and maintain positive working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
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Support project teams with cost control initiatives and change order pricing.
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Contribute to continuous improvement within estimating and pre-construction activities.
Requirements
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Experience estimating heavy civil, infrastructure, roadway, utility, site development, or transportation projects.
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Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and tendering processes.
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Experience performing quantity take-offs and cost analysis.
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Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
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Excellent numerical, analytical, and organisational skills.
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Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
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Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites when required.
Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline.
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Experience working for a heavy civil construction contractor.
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Familiarity with industry-standard estimating and quantity take-off software.
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Knowledge of earthworks, utilities, drainage, roadways, paving, and site development projects.
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Experience supporting both public and private sector construction projects.
What's on Offer
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Opportunity to work on significant civil construction and infrastructure projects.
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Long-term career growth and development opportunities.
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Collaborative and supportive team environment.
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Exposure to a broad range of estimating and pre-construction activities.