Location
Jacksonville FL
In Office Requirement
5 days
Position Id
EB-6393736294
Job Type
Full-Time Regular


DOT Estimator
Jacksonville, FL -Offering relocation package
We are partnering with a rapidly growing civil construction contractor in the Jacksonville, FL area that is expanding its capabilities. As a result of continued growth, the organization is seeking an experienced DOT Estimator to play a key role in building out its heavy civil and transportation project portfolio. This is an opportunity to join a close-knit, entrepreneurial team that values collaboration, accountability, and long-term relationships. The company has maintained a family-oriented culture despite its growth and is looking for someone who enjoys being part of a team where everyone contributes to the success of the business.

What You'll Do
  • Analyze DOT, municipal, and public works bid packages, including drawings, specifications, contract documents, and addenda
  • Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for earthwork, grading, excavation, site development, utilities, drainage, paving, concrete, and related civil scopes
  • Develop accurate labor, equipment, material, subcontractor, and production cost estimates
  • Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and supplier pricing
  • Review historical project costs, bid results, production rates, and market conditions to develop competitive bids
  • Prepare complete estimates and proposals for transportation, roadway, utility, and site development projects
  • Collaborate with operations, project management, field leadership, and executive management to validate assumptions and execution strategies
  • Identify project risks, scope gaps, value engineering opportunities, and pricing considerations
  • Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and project walk throughs as needed
  • Review geotechnical reports, utility conflicts, maintenance of traffic requirements, environmental constraints, and permitting considerations
  • Develop bid summaries, estimate recaps, and supporting documentation for management review
  • Track and incorporate plan revisions and addenda throughout the pursuit process
  • Assist with preliminary schedules, logistics planning, and construction phasing when required
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and agency representatives
  • Participate in bid review meetings and presentations with leadership prior to submission
  • Submit bids through DOT and public agency procurement platforms
  • Maintain historical pricing databases and estimating records to support future pursuits
  • Conduct post-bid reviews and cost analysis to improve estimating accuracy and bidding strategy
Qualifications
Required
  • 8+ years of estimating experience focused on DOT, transportation, heavy civil, roadway, or public infrastructure projects
  • Strong experience preparing complete estimates for civil construction work
  • Demonstrated expertise in quantity takeoffs, pricing, subcontractor analysis, and bid preparation
  • Ability to evaluate plans, specifications, contracts, and project risks independently
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Stable employment history with demonstrated tenure and career progression
  • Self-motivated, team-oriented approach with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
  • Florida DOT (FDOT) project experience
  • Experience estimating heavy highway, roadway, drainage, utility, paving, concrete, site development, and earthwork projects
  • Proficiency with Bluebeam, HCSS HeavyBid, Spectrum, and Microsoft Excel
  • Existing relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and public agencies throughout Florida
Compensation & Benefits
  • Base salary $140,000-$150,000/yr.
  • Discretionary bonus opportunity (historically has paid out every year)
  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
  • Company fuel card
  • Company credit card
  • 401(k) plan
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Open to relocation