Senior Estimator – Heavy Civil / Site Development
Company: Wal-Rose, Inc.
Location: Sanford, FL
Project Focus: Site Development | Heavy Civil Construction | Earthwork | Excavation | Underground Utilities | Road Construction | Stormwater Infrastructure
Work Setting: Full-Time | In-Office with Occasional Site Visits
Salary: $100,000 – $150,000+ (Depending on Experience) + Performance Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits
Work Schedule: 95% in office schedule
Reports to Chief Estimator
Position Overview
Wal-Rose, Inc. is seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Estimator to join our growing construction team. As a family-owned contractor with decades of experience serving Central Florida, Wal-Rose has built its reputation on delivering high-quality site development and infrastructure projects for residential, commercial, and industrial clients.
The Estimator will play a vital role in securing new work by preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for site preparation, earthwork, underground utility, roadway, and stormwater infrastructure projects. This individual will work closely with company leadership, project managers, field operations, subcontractors, and suppliers to develop winning proposals while ensuring profitability and effective risk management.
This is an excellent opportunity for an estimator who enjoys owning the entire preconstruction process—from reviewing plans and performing quantity takeoffs through bid submission and project turnover—and who wants to grow with a respected local contractor known for its commitment to quality, integrity, and long-term client relationships.
About Wal-Rose
Wal-Rose, Inc. is a family-owned, full-service site preparation and heavy civil contractor serving the Central Florida market. Based in Sanford, Florida, the company specializes in complete site development solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
Their expertise includes:
Site preparation
Land clearing
Excavation
Earthwork
Underground utility installation
Stormwater infrastructure
Road construction
Demolition
Grading and site improvements
Wal-Rose partners with developers, municipalities, engineers, and general contractors to deliver infrastructure projects safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Primary Responsibilities
Estimating & Preconstruction
Prepare detailed cost estimates for heavy civil and site development projects.
Review plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and bid documents to determine project scope and construction requirements.
Perform comprehensive quantity takeoffs for earthwork, excavation, utilities, roadway construction, stormwater systems, and related infrastructure.
Develop conceptual, budgetary, negotiated, and competitive bid estimates.
Analyze project risks, constructability, sequencing, and logistical challenges.
Prepare complete bid proposals, scope clarifications, exclusions, and qualifications.
Bid Management
Manage multiple estimates simultaneously while meeting strict bid deadlines.
Attend pre-bid meetings and project walkthroughs.
Review RFIs, addenda, and revised construction documents.
Coordinate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
Evaluate subcontractor proposals for completeness and accuracy.
Participate in bid review meetings with company leadership.
Support contract negotiations after project award.
Cost Development
Prepare accurate estimates for:
Earthwork and mass grading
Excavation
Site balancing
Land clearing
Demolition
Underground water systems
Sanitary sewer systems
Storm drainage systems
Stormwater repair
Roadway construction
Asphalt paving
Concrete paving
Erosion control
Utility crossings
Dewatering
Temporary traffic control
Mobilization
Equipment utilization
Labor productivity
Materials procurement
General conditions
Contingencies
Vendor & Subcontractor Coordination
Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and equipment vendors.
Solicit competitive pricing for materials and specialty services.
Verify scope alignment between subcontractor proposals and project requirements.
Evaluate market pricing trends and procurement strategies.
Client & Internal Collaboration
Communicate with owners, developers, engineers, architects, municipalities, and general contractors regarding bid clarifications.
Collaborate closely with project managers and field operations throughout the estimating process.
Present estimate reviews and recommendations to company leadership.
Assist business development efforts by supporting client meetings and proposal presentations.
Project Handoff
Following project award:
Conduct detailed turnover meetings with project management teams.
Transfer estimate assumptions, budgets, production rates, and procurement strategies.
Review project risks, scope inclusions, and exclusions.
Assist with subcontractor buyout and procurement planning.
Support successful project startup and execution.
Qualifications
Required
5+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction, site development, or utility construction.
Strong knowledge of site preparation and heavy civil construction methods.
Experience estimating projects ranging from several hundred thousand dollars to multi-million-dollar contracts.
Ability to read and interpret civil engineering plans, utility drawings, grading plans, and technical specifications.
Strong understanding of production rates, construction sequencing, and equipment utilization.
Excellent mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
Preferred
Experience estimating one or more of the following:
Site development
Earthwork
Excavation
Underground utilities
Stormwater infrastructure
Road construction
Municipal infrastructure
Residential land development
Commercial site development
Industrial site construction
Software Experience
Preferred experience with:
HCSS HeavyBid
AGTEK
Bluebeam Revu
PlanSwift
AutoCAD Civil 3D (review purposes)
Procore
Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
Microsoft Project
Sage Estimating
Viewpoint
Trimble Business Center (preferred)
Desired Skills
Heavy civil estimating expertise
Quantity takeoffs
Cost analysis and budgeting
Equipment costing
Production rate analysis
Value engineering
Risk assessment
Contract review
Bid strategy development
Vendor negotiations
Time management
Critical thinking
Team collaboration
Problem solving
Strong communication skills
Preferred Background
Ideal candidates will come from contractors specializing in:
Heavy civil construction
Site development
Excavation
Underground utility installation
Roadway construction
Land development
Earthwork
Municipal infrastructure
Civil infrastructure
Utility contracting
Experience working with FDOT, municipal agencies, counties, private developers, or commercial general contractors is highly desirable.
What Success Looks Like
Successful candidates will:
Produce accurate, competitive estimates that maximize project profitability.
Identify project risks and opportunities before construction begins.
Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Consistently submit complete, high-quality bids on time.
Support smooth transitions from preconstruction through project execution.
Contribute to Wal-Rose's continued growth by helping secure profitable heavy civil and site development projects throughout Central Florida.
Why Join Wal-Rose?
Wal-Rose offers the opportunity to join a respected, family-owned company where your contributions directly impact the success of the business. You'll work alongside experienced construction professionals on meaningful infrastructure projects that help shape Central Florida's growth. With a collaborative culture, strong leadership, and a commitment to quality, Wal-Rose provides an environment where experienced estimators can take ownership of their work, influence project strategy, and build a long-term career.