Estimator

Vaco LLC

Jacksonville, FL
Today

Highlights

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual’s skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. Previous civil construction estimating experience is highly desirable; however, the company is also open to individuals with strong hands-on knowledge of site development and civil construction who have the aptitude to transition into estimating .

Numbers & Facts

Location	Jacksonville, FL
Industry	Staffing/Employment Agencies
Company Size	2,500 to 4,999 employees
Year Founded	2002
Website	http://www.vaco.com/

Description

Civil Construction Estimator

Jacksonville, FL | Full-Time | Onsite

A well-established civil construction and site development contractor in Northeast Florida is seeking a Civil Construction Estimator to join its Jacksonville team. This organization has a long-standing presence in the local market and specializes in horizontal site development projects throughout the region.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimator or a construction professional with strong knowledge of site development who is interested in growing into an estimating role.

The Opportunity

The Civil Construction Estimator will support the preparation of accurate and competitive estimates for a variety of site development projects. This individual will review construction plans, perform quantity takeoffs, develop project costs, and collaborate with operations, vendors, subcontractors, and leadership throughout the bidding process.

Projects may include all aspects of horizontal site development, including clearing, earthwork, grading, drainage, underground utilities, roadway construction, curb, asphalt, and sidewalks.

Key Responsibilities

Review construction plans, specifications, drawings, and bid documents.
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for civil/site development projects.
Develop accurate project estimates and competitive bids.
Calculate quantities associated with clearing, earthwork, grading, drainage, utilities, roadways, asphalt, curb, and sidewalks.
Analyze labor, equipment, material, subcontractor, and supplier costs.
Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing.
Coordinate with project management and operations throughout the estimating process.
Assist with identifying value-engineering opportunities while maintaining project requirements and quality standards.
Occasionally visit local project sites with senior estimating personnel to evaluate conditions relevant to a bid.

Ideal Background

Previous civil construction estimating experience is highly desirable; however, the company is also open to individuals with strong hands-on knowledge of site development and civil construction who have the aptitude to transition into estimating.

Relevant backgrounds may include:

Civil/site development estimating
Land surveying or construction surveying
Site development field operations
Earthwork and grading
Land clearing
Stormwater and drainage
Underground utilities, including water, sewer, and reclaimed water
Roadway construction
Concrete curb and gutter
Asphalt and sidewalk construction
Heavy civil construction

Candidates coming from the field should have a strong understanding of how site development projects are constructed and the ability to visualize project requirements from civil plans.

Qualifications

Experience within civil construction, heavy civil, site development, surveying, or a related field.
Ability to read and interpret civil construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
Strong communication and time-management skills.
Ability to work effectively with estimating, operations, project management, vendors, and subcontractors.
Experience with AGTEK takeoff software is highly desirable.
Experience with HCSS HeavyBid is preferred.
Previous estimating experience is preferred but may not be required for candidates with strong applicable site-development knowledge.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, onsite position in Jacksonville, Florida. The role is primarily office-based with no routine overnight or out-of-town travel. Occasional local site visits may be required during the bidding process.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation will be offered based on experience and qualifications, with flexibility for candidates who bring a particularly strong combination of civil construction and estimating experience.

The company offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-paid short-term disability insurance
Company-paid basic life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Supplemental life insurance options
Additional voluntary insurance products
401(k) with employer match
Paid vacation
Paid holidays

Build Your Career in Civil Construction

This position offers the opportunity to join an established organization with a history of developing employees and promoting knowledge from within. Whether you are an experienced civil estimator or have strong site-development experience and are ready to move into estimating, we

By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact

HR@vaco.com

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

Representation Notice

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

For residents of Ontario, Canada: Based on Highspring’s discussions with its Client, Highspring’s understanding is that this position for employment is a current vacancy (either through Highspring as a contractor or with the client directly).

Privacy Notice

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.

California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
Residents of all other states may access our policies here.
Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.

Additionally, submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. More details about Vaco by Highspring’s use of AI can be found here (https://www.highspring.com/ai-use-notices/). Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client’s use of AI products in hiring.

Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
licensure and certification requirements;
office location and other geographic considerations;
other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

About Company

Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search and strategic stafﬁng for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, ﬁnance, technology, healthcare, operations, administration and more. As a premier talent solutions ﬁrm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies ﬁnd talent to grow their business. Since its founding in 2002, Vaco has grown to more than 35 ofﬁces across the globe, 700+ employees, more than 3,000 consultants and $450M in revenue. Vaco has been named to Inc. magazine’s list of the fastest-growing private companies for past 11 years and is dedicated to developing long-term relationships, life-long careers and creative client solutions.