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Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc.

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 Location:
 
 Jacksonville, FL
 
 
 
 Employment Type:
 
 Full-Time
 
 
 At
 
 Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc.
 
 , we don&rsquo;t just build infrastructure &mdash; we build life-changing infrastructure. As a privately owned, employee-owned civil contracting firm, we perform work across public and private markets, specializing in
 
 water and wastewater treatment plants, site development, underground utilities, and roadway construction
 
 throughout the Southeast.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re seeking an experienced
 
 Estimator
 
 with expertise in
 
 WWTP or heavy civil construction
 
 to join our Jacksonville team. This role is ideal for an analytical, detail-driven professional who thrives on precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You&rsquo;ll play a key part in preparing accurate, strategic bids that shape the success of major
 
 treatment plant and infrastructure projects
 
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 What You&rsquo;ll Do
 
 
 
 
 Estimating &amp; Bidding
 
 
 
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 Prepare detailed, accurate cost estimates for water/wastewater treatment facilities, yard piping, and related civil and structural scopes.
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 Participate in all aspects of estimating, including pre-construction activities and bid production.
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 Identify quality bidding opportunities (QBOs) and establish priorities through RFP analysis and market research.
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 Review plans, specifications, and documents to determine project scope, production rates, and cost risks.
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 Attend pre-bid meetings and jobsite visits as needed to confirm conditions and constructability.
 
 
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 Cost Analysis &amp; Takeoffs
 
 
 
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 Perform quantity takeoffs and solicit vendor and subcontractor pricing for mechanical/process equipment, concrete structures, and underground utilities.
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 Analyze geotechnical and structural data to model accurate production and equipment needs.
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 Define labor, materials, equipment, and general condition requirements for self-perform and subcontracted work.
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 Conduct value-engineering exercises to identify cost savings and constructability improvements.
 
 
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 Collaboration &amp; Documentation
 
 
 
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 Present detailed estimates and project narratives for final review.
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 Partner with project managers, superintendents, and operations teams to validate methods, productivity, and cost assumptions.
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 Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to ensure competitive and complete proposals.
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 Support, train, and mentor junior estimating staff and Agtek operators.
 
 
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 Continuous Improvement
 
 
 
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 Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, bid requirements, and best practices specific to water and wastewater construction.
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 Analyze cost history and integrate lessons learned into future bids.
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 Work with operations and finance teams to ensure consistency in production rates and job costing data.
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 Represent Petticoat-Schmitt with professionalism and integrity in all client and partner interactions.
 
 
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 What We&rsquo;re Looking For
 
 
 
 
 Experience &amp; Education
 
 
 
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 Minimum 3 years of estimating experience in heavy civil or WWTP construction.
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 Proven success in public and private bid environments, with strong understanding of risk and cost drivers.
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 Advanced knowledge of civil, structural, and mechanical/process construction principles, means, and methods.
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 Strong math and analytical skills for quantity calculations and cost modeling.
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 Ability to read and interpret civil, mechanical, and structural drawings, bid documents, and geotechnical data.
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 Familiarity with FDOT, municipal, or utility authority bid practices preferred.
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
 
 
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 Technical Skills
 
 
 
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 Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams, Project, OneNote).
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 Experience with HCSS HeavyBid, Bid2Win, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, Primavera P6, or Procore.
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 Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
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 Ability to mentor and support team development through collaboration and shared learning.
 
 
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 How Our Estimators Live Our Values (A.C.T.)
 
 
 
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 Accountability &ndash; Relentless in accuracy and ownership; safety-minded in bid development and planning.
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 Character &ndash; Operate with integrity and fairness; honor commitments; do the right thing for the company, team, and customer.
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 Team &ndash; Share knowledge, mentor others, and commit to continuous improvement that delivers winning bids.
 
 
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 Why Petticoat-Schmitt?
 
 
 
 
 Compensation &amp; Incentives
 
 
 
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 Competitive pay with performance-based incentives.
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 Monthly Safety Bonus when the company goes recordable-incident free.
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 Company vehicle and fuel card (as needed for business use).
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 Cell phone allowance.
 
 
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 Benefits
 
 
 
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 Comprehensive Health Coverage Options: Multiple medical plan choices, including a 100% company-paid High Deductible Health Plan (employee-only coverage).
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 Dental, Vision, Short/Long-Term Disability, and Accident Coverage.
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 Up to $50,000 employer-paid life insurance.
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 401(k) with 100% match on the first 4%.
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 Unlimited Paid Time Off (for salaried positions) and 6 Paid Holidays.
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 Training and professional development opportunities.
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 Employee-Owned (ESOP): Every team member has a direct stake in the company&rsquo;s success.
 
 
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 Location
 
 
 
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 Office: Jacksonville, FL (8014 Bayberry Road).
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 Projects: Throughout Northeast Florida, including site development and treatment plant work.
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 Occasional jobsite visits and vendor meetings required.
 
 
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 Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc.
 
 is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
 
 
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Estimator — Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant & Heavy Civil Construction

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Estimator — Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant & Heavy Civil Construction