Senior Estimator – Heavy Civil Construction (South Florida)

$100k–$160k+ Base Salary | Senior & Chief Estimator-Level Candidates Considered

Location: South Florida | Onsite with Travel to Local Project Sites

We're hiring an experienced Senior Estimator to join a well-established heavy civil construction and infrastructure contractor with over 50 years of experience. The company specializes in roadway and highway construction, underground utilities, water and wastewater infrastructure, concrete work, earthwork, and other large-scale civil construction projects throughout Florida.

This is an opportunity to join an established contractor with a diverse portfolio of public and private infrastructure projects and long-term career growth opportunities.

We're looking for a seasoned Estimator with a strong background in heavy civil construction who can take ownership of the estimating and bidding process for complex projects. The ideal candidate will bring extensive hands-on estimating experience, a solid understanding of field operations, and the ability to develop accurate, competitive bids. We're open to experienced Estimators, Senior Estimators, and Chief Estimator-level professionals, with opportunities for continued growth into estimating leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and competitive bids for heavy civil construction projects.
• Estimate projects involving roadways, highways, underground utilities, concrete, excavation, grading, and earthwork.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, bid documents, and project requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, and labor, material, and equipment pricing.
• Coordinate with project managers, field teams, subcontractors, and vendors throughout the bidding process.
• Evaluate project risks, construction methods, schedules, and overall project costs.
• Participate in site visits, pre-bid meetings, and project planning discussions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Strong estimating experience within heavy civil construction is required.
• Proven background preparing bids and estimates for roadway, highway, utility, earthwork, concrete, or similar infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing complex bids, quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and pricing.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, equipment, and field operations.
• Previous hands-on field construction experience is a major plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and construction estimating tools.
• Primavera P6 scheduling experience is a plus.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or other relevant construction certifications are a plus.
• Ability to work onsite and travel to project locations throughout South Florida.

Compensation & Benefits

• $100k–$160k+ base salary, based on experience and qualifications.
• Additional compensation flexibility for Chief Estimator-level candidates.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Potential incentive bonuses and profit-sharing opportunities.
• Established civil construction contractor with over 50 years in business.
• Diverse infrastructure projects throughout South Florida.
• Long-term career growth and advancement into estimating leadership

Additional Opportunities: We're currently hiring across multiple levels, including Estimators, Senior Estimators, and Chief Estimators. Compensation will vary based on experience, qualifications, and the level of the position, with additional flexibility for highly experienced candidates at the Chief Estimator level.

If you have a strong background in heavy civil construction estimating, particularly roadways, utilities, concrete, or earthwork, apply today or reach out directly to alex.higgins@levelociti.com for more information or a confidential discussion.