, FL
Full-Time Regular
201134

Job Overview
Join one of Florida's leading heavy civil construction firms that self-performs heavy highway, public works, and site development projects. As VP of Estimating, your role would be with a dynamic firm that has progressive leadership and a culture that consistently ranks as one of the region’s top contractors and offers fantastic employee appreciation and excellent opportunities for career growth.

The VP of Estimator position requires 15+ years of Estimating experience with a self-performing civil construction firm with expertise in earthwork, underground utilities, paving, and/or structures projects. Because this position will have oversight of projects, the ideal candidate will be familiar with alternative delivery methods and procedures and be able to coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results.

The position will also take part in calculating costs of a broad range of projects. The goal is to provide accurate information that will help in operations and strategic planning, managing quantity takeoffs, producing proposals, and reviewing bid instructions, plans, specifications, and related bid documents. The position will manage the estimating staff, and project owners.

Must have experience in one or more of the following areas: bridges or concrete structures, excavation and/or underground utilities.

Employee Appreciation

  • Base Salary $225-$275K DOE
  • Strong annual bonus program
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
  • 401k with company match
  • Company vehicle or allowance
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
  • Relocation

Required Experience/Skills/Qualifications:

  • 15+ years of experience in heavy civil construction with an emphasis in the public works, heavy highway, bridges or concrete structures, underground utilities, or commercial or residential site work arena
  • Experience with state DOT and municipalities is mandatory
  • Experience with any of the following: HCSS HeavyBid, AASHTOWare, AGTEK, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office, and/or Primavera P6
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience
  • Negotiated project experience ideal, including technical writing skills, project proposal development in CMAR, CM/GC and Design Build projects to $500M

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the estimating and operations processes for construction projects, ensuring accurate cost control and pricing strategies.
  • Collaborate with project managers to develop comprehensive proposals and contracts.
  • Utilize software tools such as Bluebeam, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Project for project planning and management.
  • Negotiate with vendors and subcontractors to secure favorable terms.
  • Ensure compliance with construction management standards and safety regulations on-site.
  • Provide technical writing support for project documentation and reports.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.