Entry Level Construction Engineer Jobs in New Port Richey, FL

100 Years of Experience at Work for You!
Since 1920, the professional men and women of Hubbard Construction have literally paved the way for hundreds of public and private projects that have supported Florida's rise to prominence.
Hubbard is one of Florida's largest heavy civil construction companies. We are proud to be a part of Florida's history and we are eager to continue to serve the Florida market and beyond.
The scope of Hubbard's work includes complex highway projects, site development, paving, utility and drainage systems, surveying, RAP and hot mix sales, and state-of-the-art bridge building. We provide multiple delivery systems in design-build, bid-build, public/private-partnerships and design-build finance.
Hubbard Construction's parent company, Eurovia, operates through a network of 330 agencies and 770 production sites, in 17 countries around the world.

General Description

This position within the Tampa Pavement Constructors Division of Hubbard Construction Company will have at least 3 years of asphalt estimating experience, with an emphasis on DOT Work.

Key Duties

• Experience working for a General Contractor as an estimator bidding on DOT or heavy highway projects required.
• Estimating projects which typically range from 5 million to 50 million dollars.
• Estimating self-performed work and pricing the labor, equipment, and material costs.
• Working knowledge of construction assemblies and all project phases.
• Ability to produce accurate estimates from conceptual and schematic drawings.
• Ability to produce detailed, final contract estimates.
• Ability to assess site exposures/construction risks and be able to appropriately analyze cost and reflect these in an estimate.
• Ability to identify constructability issues through the estimating process.
• Ability to identify value-engineering alternatives.
  Ability to work as a team.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively.
• Working experience on HCSS software a plus.
• Travel within Florida may be required.

Qualification Requirements

General.  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience.  This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as an Estimator.  A four-year degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or equivalent required.  Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with management and fellow employees.  Experience working for a General Contractor as an estimator bidding on DOT or heavy highway projects between $5M and $50M required.  This position requires you to be experienced in estimating bridges and /or grading and utilities of D.O.T. projects.  Typical projects are bridges, interstate rehabs, highway replacements, concrete paving, and airport projects.  Valid Florida driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

Physical Demands. 

The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an Estimator, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

• Frequent ability to sit for prolonged periods of time;
• Ability to drive a company vehicle for various recruiting events.
• Frequent ability to talk and hear, both in person and by telephone;
• Frequent ability to operate standard office equipment, using hand and arm dexterity;
• Frequent ability to navigate through office environment, including periodic use of stairs and/or elevator, as needed;
• Infrequent ability to lift general office documents and materials, up to 10 pounds;
• Frequent vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment.

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Estimator encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Work generally is performed in an office environment, although periodic visits to construction sites and asphalt manufacturing facilities is required.
• Noise level in the typical office work environment is quiet; however, when visiting construction sites and/or asphalt manufacturing facilities, various levels of noise, dust and other environmental exposures may occur; any exposure is within the established Permissible Exposure Limits, however Personal protective Equipment such as hardhats, hearing protection and safety glasses, may be required. 

 Company Benefits

• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy
• Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Maternity Leave
• Company Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Term Life
• Voluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, Critical Illness Policies
• 401(k) Plan w/Employer Match
• Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities
• Discount Partnerships: Verizon, Ford, Perkspot
• Health and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym/Fitness Incentives

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.  We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.