Civil Estimator
Actalent, Pierson, FL, United States
Job Title: Civil Estimator
Job Description
The Land/Site Development Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for sitework projects, including earthwork, utilities, clearing, grading, and paving. This role involves analyzing civil plans and specifications, performing quantity takeoffs, evaluating means and methods, and collaborating with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and vendors to develop complete bid proposals. The estimator plays a critical role in risk assessment, constructability review, and ensuring projects are bid profitably and executed efficiently.
Responsibilities
Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for sitework projects.
Analyze civil plans and specifications.
Perform quantity takeoffs with an emphasis on earthwork and underground utilities.
Evaluate construction means and methods, production rates, and equipment usage.
Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and vendors.
Develop complete bid proposals.
Conduct risk assessments and constructability reviews.
Essential Skills
3–7 years of experience estimating sitework projects such as earthwork, utilities, grading, and paving.
Strong ability to read and interpret civil/site plans, including profiles, details, and specifications.
Proven experience performing quantity takeoffs with emphasis on earthwork and underground utilities.
Working knowledge of site construction means and methods, production rates, and equipment usage.
Proficiency with estimating tools, including Excel (required) and Bluebeam, Agtek/Trimble, or similar (preferred).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with Mdot, Blueprint, Bidding, and Commercial construction.
Work Environment The office is open to remote work, providing flexibility in the work environment.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pierson, FL.
Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $58.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type: This is a hybrid position in Pierson, FL. Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Apr 9, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Is Embedded Into Our Culture Through
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self‑reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
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Responsibilities
Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for sitework projects.
Analyze civil plans and specifications.
Perform quantity takeoffs with an emphasis on earthwork and underground utilities.
Evaluate construction means and methods, production rates, and equipment usage.
Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and vendors.
Develop complete bid proposals.
Conduct risk assessments and constructability reviews.
Essential Skills
3–7 years of experience estimating sitework projects such as earthwork, utilities, grading, and paving.
Strong ability to read and interpret civil/site plans, including profiles, details, and specifications.
Proven experience performing quantity takeoffs with emphasis on earthwork and underground utilities.
Working knowledge of site construction means and methods, production rates, and equipment usage.
Proficiency with estimating tools, including Excel (required) and Bluebeam, Agtek/Trimble, or similar (preferred).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with Mdot, Blueprint, Bidding, and Commercial construction.
Work Environment The office is open to remote work, providing flexibility in the work environment.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pierson, FL.
Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $58.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type: This is a hybrid position in Pierson, FL. Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Apr 9, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Is Embedded Into Our Culture Through
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self‑reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
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