Civil Estimator
Collier Paving & Concrete, Fort Myers, FL, United States
Company Description
Collier Paving & Concrete has been a leading provider of asphalt and concrete paving services for over 17 years. Renowned for quality, timeliness, and exceptional customer service, the company serves a diverse client base with projects ranging from parking lots to roadways. Our commitment to excellence has established Collier Paving & Concrete as a trusted choice for premium paving solutions. Located in Fort Myers, FL, we pride ourselves on meeting and exceeding client expectations.
Role Description
We are seeking an experienced Estimator with a strong background in road construction, asphalt paving, milling, and striping to support multiple operating companies under the Southern Paving & Milling group.
This is a production-driven role, not a desk-only position. The right candidate understands how work is actually built and can translate plans into accurate, competitive bids. This is a hands-on construction role. Candidates must understand field operations, not just office processes.
Responsibilities: • Perform detailed quantity take-offs for FDOT, municipal, and private work • Build accurate cost estimates for paving, milling, grading, and striping • Review plans, specs, and bid documents • Coordinate with operations to validate production rates and pricing • Identify risk, gaps, and constructability issues before bid • Assist in bid strategy and final numbers • Occasional site visits to verify conditions
Requirements: • 5+ years experience in heavy civil / road construction estimating • Strong understanding of: • Asphalt paving • Milling operations • Striping & MOT • Proficiency in takeoff software (Active Takeoff, B2W, etc.) • Ability to read and interpret plans and specs without hand-holding • Field experience is a major plus (foreman/operator background preferred)
What We’re Looking For: • Someone who understands production—not just spreadsheets • Can work fast without missing scope • Doesn’t need babysitting
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person
Role Description
We are seeking an experienced Estimator with a strong background in road construction, asphalt paving, milling, and striping to support multiple operating companies under the Southern Paving & Milling group.
This is a production-driven role, not a desk-only position. The right candidate understands how work is actually built and can translate plans into accurate, competitive bids. This is a hands-on construction role. Candidates must understand field operations, not just office processes.
Responsibilities: • Perform detailed quantity take-offs for FDOT, municipal, and private work • Build accurate cost estimates for paving, milling, grading, and striping • Review plans, specs, and bid documents • Coordinate with operations to validate production rates and pricing • Identify risk, gaps, and constructability issues before bid • Assist in bid strategy and final numbers • Occasional site visits to verify conditions
Requirements: • 5+ years experience in heavy civil / road construction estimating • Strong understanding of: • Asphalt paving • Milling operations • Striping & MOT • Proficiency in takeoff software (Active Takeoff, B2W, etc.) • Ability to read and interpret plans and specs without hand-holding • Field experience is a major plus (foreman/operator background preferred)
What We’re Looking For: • Someone who understands production—not just spreadsheets • Can work fast without missing scope • Doesn’t need babysitting
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person