Civil Estimator

Type: Full-Time, Remote (LATAM)

Working Hours: Mondays - Fridays, 8:00am - 5:00pm EST

Location: LATAM (Remote)

Compensation: USD $1,500 - $3,000/month (depending on seniority)

About the Company

Our client is a boutique heavy civil construction company based in Miami, Florida specializing in site work, utilities, and infrastructure projects. The company is known for high-quality work and operates with a lean, efficient team structure.

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Heavy Civil Estimator to join our team as a dedicated, full-time estimator working within our client's existing systems and workflows. The ideal candidate will own the full bid lifecycle — from plan review and quantity takeoff through bid submission and post-award coordination. This is a critical role where accuracy directly impacts profitability. You will work directly with the ownership team and play a key role in the company's ability to pursue blind bids and expand beyond referral-based work.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from architect and engineer-provided plans using PlanSwift and other estimating software — including material counts, labor hour assessments, and site-specific civil requirements.
• Review project specifications, addendums, plan schedules, and local permitting requirements thoroughly to identify missing information and flag questions before bid submission.
• Manage the full bid solicitation and submission process — from coordinating supplier and vendor pricing to preparing and submitting complete, accurate bids.
• Track active bid invitations, manage the estimating pipeline, and coordinate with vendors and subcontractors on pricing and scope clarification.
• Support post-award workflows including subcontractor buyouts, submittals packages, and ongoing coordination with subs and suppliers on scope and scheduling.
• Collaborate with office staff on vendor outreach, quote compilation, and bid breakdowns as needed.
• Demonstrate familiarity with South Florida market conditions, local permitting requirements, and project timelines specific to Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties.

Project Types

• Site work packages (parking lots, curb and gutter, drainage)
• Water, sewer, and fire line installations
• Building pad grading and preparation
• Pump stations and utility coordination
• New building site development

Requirements

• 2+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil work, with demonstrated experience on mid-to-large-scale projects ($500K - $5M+ scope) for U.S. clients.
• Proven experience building out and owning estimating processes and workflows from the ground up.
• Strong ability to read and interpret civil engineering and site plans with a high degree of accuracy, including code compliance considerations.
• End-to-end bid process experience — from takeoff and supplier pricing coordination through formal submission, plus familiarity with post-award workflows (buyouts, submittals, scope coordination).
• Direct project experience on heavy civil and site development projects.
• Proficiency with PlanSwift or similar takeoff software.
• Fluent English communication skills (written and verbal) and prior experience working remotely for a U.S.-based contractor is strongly preferred.