Civil Construction Estimator
About The Position
Foshee Construction is a growing leader in commercial site development and underground utility construction throughout Central Florida. We specialize in clearing, earthwork, grading, erosion control, underground utilities, storm drainage, water distribution, sanitary sewer systems, and complete site development solutions for commercial, municipal, and private clients. As our company continues to grow, we're looking for an experienced Civil Site Development Estimator who shares our commitment to quality, teamwork, and customer satisfaction. The Civil Site Development Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and comprehensive cost estimates for commercial civil site development projects. This position plays a critical role in helping Foshee Construction secure new work by producing detailed estimates for earthwork, grading, paving, underground utilities, and other site development scopes. The ideal candidate has extensive estimating experience, strong analytical abilities, and enjoys collaborating with project managers, field operations, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to deliver successful projects.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of estimating experience in civil site development.
- Proven experience estimating underground utility and site development projects.
- Strong understanding of commercial civil construction means and methods.
- Ability to read and interpret civil plans, specifications, and contract documents.
- Experience preparing quantity takeoffs.
- Proficiency with: HCSS HeavyBid, AGTEK, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with commercial developers and general contractors.
- Knowledge of Central Florida subcontractors, suppliers, and regional pricing.
- Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
- Field experience in site development or underground utility construction.
Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial civil site development projects.
- Perform accurate quantity takeoffs from plans, specifications, and bid documents.
- Estimate costs for: Earthwork, Grading, Underground utilities (water, sewer, storm), Paving, Concrete, Erosion control, Site improvements.
- Review drawings and specifications to identify scope, constructability concerns, and project risks.
- Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate pricing with subcontractors and suppliers.
- Develop scopes of work, budgets, and bid packages.
- Maintain current labor, equipment, and material pricing.
- Attend pre-bid meetings and occasional site visits.
- Coordinate project turnover with project management after project award.
- Maintain estimating databases and historical cost information.
- Track bid results and identify opportunities to improve estimating accuracy and competitiveness.
- Support budgeting, conceptual estimating, and value engineering efforts when needed.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
