Agtek Technician

Watson Civil Construction • St. Augustine, FL

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Watson Civil Construction, Inc., a heavy/highway contractor specializing in FDOT projects, large site infrastructure, underground work, and road work, is seeking a Takeoff Technician for its estimating team in its Tampa or Jacksonville/St. Augustine, Florida office. The role supports senior estimators and project teams in a fast-paced environment and is suited to someone seeking to build a career in estimating and civil construction.

The Takeoff Technician performs accurate quantity takeoffs and supports proposal preparation for heavy civil and roadway projects. The position focuses on data entry, plan review, and organizing estimating materials to help produce complete and accurate cost estimates. The technician learns and applies estimating principles under the guidance of senior estimators.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in construction, civil engineering, or a related field preferred; internship or field experience accepted.
• Familiarity with reading civil construction plans and performing basic measurements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and time-management skills.
• Motivation to learn and grow in construction estimating.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with takeoff or design software such as Agtek, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, HCSS, or similar.
• Associate degree or coursework in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent experience considered.

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 in estimating and takeoff software, including HCSS, Agtek, and 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.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match and 100% immediate vesting.
• PTO and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed