State of Florida
Requisition No:865669
Agency: Department of Transportation
Working Title: ESTIMATES SPECIALIST - 55001953
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number:55001953
Salary: $54,622.65 - $70,688.14
Posting Closing Date: 01/21/2026
Total Compensation Estimator
Tool
State of Florida Department of Transportation
Job Posting Description
223 / Program Management
Open Competitive
Career Service
Contact Person: Madison Williams
Contact Phone Number: 386-961-7980
Contact Email Address: Madison.Williams@dot.state.fl.us
Hiring Salary Range: $2,100.87 - $2,718.77 /Biweekly Range
$54,622.65 - $70,688.14 /Annual Range
Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.
Our Mission The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.
Our Vision As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.
The Difference You Will Make: Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.
How You Will Grow: FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer‑based training and instructor‑led courses.
Where You Will Work: District 2 – District Office
Program Management
1109 S. Marion Ave.
Lake City, FL 32025
Your Specific Responsibilities: Establish or update construction cost estimates on simple and/or routine projects in the Department’s Work Program utilizing the Long‑Range Estimating (LRE) System or Design Quantities & Estimates (DQE) System. This requires obtaining the latest scope of work for the project and determining unit prices based on the latest cost data and trends available. Provide updated construction cost estimates on all projects in the Five‑Year Work Program for the annual review. Provide District Contract office with contract class breakouts for districtwide contracts.
Prepare post‑bid evaluations on simple and/or routine projects for District projects identified on the contract bid review list. Run the unbalanced items report, notice to contractor form and prepare other contract bid review documents necessary in accordance with Department procedures. Obtain completed and signed documents, as required by procedure, from the appropriate personnel and/or low bid contractor. Assist with determining root cause(s) of major differences between the contractor’s bid and the Department’s estimate that will justify award or rejection of the contract. Review cost estimates on joint project agreements with utility owners.
Provide construction cost estimating support for various offices in the District. Perform cost comparisons for alternate methods of construction. Prepare various reports and correspondence as required. Provide current State and District construction cost information to various offices, county officials and private consultant firms, as needed.
Prepare authorization and official cost estimates on simple and/or routine projects utilizing the DQE System to establish pay item unit prices. This requires a technical evaluation of construction plans, specifications, assessment of historical bid prices, knowledge of geographic pricing fluctuations, understanding of bidding competition in the project area and other related impacts to construction cost. Utilize DQE to determine reasonable unit prices for proposal pay items. Post authorizations estimate to Central Office’s server and timely transfer control of proposals and projects to Central Office (CO) for class 1 construction contracts.
Assist with quality assurance reviews conducted periodically CO.
The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of:
Basic math and geometry.
Construction cost estimating software.
Cost estimating for highway construction.
Design pay items, specifications and historical bid unit cost data.
Skills in:
Using engineering software, tools and equipment.
Using Microsoft products such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Communication, including verbal, written and active listening.
Ability to:
Apply engineering quantitative techniques to estimate construction cost.
Use databases, spreadsheets, and word processing software.
Communicate engineering and technical information.
Establish and maintain effective internal and external working relationships.
Plan, organize, prioritize and perform multiple work assignments.
Understand, interpret and analyze design plans, specifications, construction cost data and contract documents.
Follow written and verbal instructions.
Acquire data for reports.
Other Job-Related Requirements:
This position is required to respond before, during and following emergency situations.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or its equivalent and four years of relevant employment experience or; an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of relevant experience or a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
The State’s total compensation package for employees features:
Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
$25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
State of Florida retirement package
10 paid holidays a year
Generous vacation and sick leave
Career advancement opportunities
Tuition waiver for public college courses
A variety of training opportunities
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
For additional benefit information available to State of Florida employees, visit: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/
Special Requirements: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.
Veterans and Disabled Persons: The Florida Department of Transportation values the service veterans and their family members. If you are a preference‑eligible applicant who receives notice of a hiring decision and believe that you were not afforded employment preference, you may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days from the date you receive the notice, requesting an investigation to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard, Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708.
The Florida Department of Transportation values and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with Florida Statutes, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities. Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations may be provided. Please contact the Human Resources Office at 850‑414‑5300 for assistance.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation must notify the agency hiring authority in advance.
The State of Florida supports a Drug‑Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing.
Veterans’ Preference: Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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Agency: Department of Transportation
Working Title: ESTIMATES SPECIALIST - 55001953
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number:55001953
Salary: $54,622.65 - $70,688.14
Posting Closing Date: 01/21/2026
Total Compensation Estimator
Tool
State of Florida Department of Transportation
Job Posting Description
223 / Program Management
Open Competitive
Career Service
Contact Person: Madison Williams
Contact Phone Number: 386-961-7980
Contact Email Address: Madison.Williams@dot.state.fl.us
Hiring Salary Range: $2,100.87 - $2,718.77 /Biweekly Range
$54,622.65 - $70,688.14 /Annual Range
Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.
Our Mission The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.
Our Vision As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.
The Difference You Will Make: Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.
How You Will Grow: FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer‑based training and instructor‑led courses.
Where You Will Work: District 2 – District Office
Program Management
1109 S. Marion Ave.
Lake City, FL 32025
Your Specific Responsibilities: Establish or update construction cost estimates on simple and/or routine projects in the Department’s Work Program utilizing the Long‑Range Estimating (LRE) System or Design Quantities & Estimates (DQE) System. This requires obtaining the latest scope of work for the project and determining unit prices based on the latest cost data and trends available. Provide updated construction cost estimates on all projects in the Five‑Year Work Program for the annual review. Provide District Contract office with contract class breakouts for districtwide contracts.
Prepare post‑bid evaluations on simple and/or routine projects for District projects identified on the contract bid review list. Run the unbalanced items report, notice to contractor form and prepare other contract bid review documents necessary in accordance with Department procedures. Obtain completed and signed documents, as required by procedure, from the appropriate personnel and/or low bid contractor. Assist with determining root cause(s) of major differences between the contractor’s bid and the Department’s estimate that will justify award or rejection of the contract. Review cost estimates on joint project agreements with utility owners.
Provide construction cost estimating support for various offices in the District. Perform cost comparisons for alternate methods of construction. Prepare various reports and correspondence as required. Provide current State and District construction cost information to various offices, county officials and private consultant firms, as needed.
Prepare authorization and official cost estimates on simple and/or routine projects utilizing the DQE System to establish pay item unit prices. This requires a technical evaluation of construction plans, specifications, assessment of historical bid prices, knowledge of geographic pricing fluctuations, understanding of bidding competition in the project area and other related impacts to construction cost. Utilize DQE to determine reasonable unit prices for proposal pay items. Post authorizations estimate to Central Office’s server and timely transfer control of proposals and projects to Central Office (CO) for class 1 construction contracts.
Assist with quality assurance reviews conducted periodically CO.
The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of:
Basic math and geometry.
Construction cost estimating software.
Cost estimating for highway construction.
Design pay items, specifications and historical bid unit cost data.
Skills in:
Using engineering software, tools and equipment.
Using Microsoft products such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Communication, including verbal, written and active listening.
Ability to:
Apply engineering quantitative techniques to estimate construction cost.
Use databases, spreadsheets, and word processing software.
Communicate engineering and technical information.
Establish and maintain effective internal and external working relationships.
Plan, organize, prioritize and perform multiple work assignments.
Understand, interpret and analyze design plans, specifications, construction cost data and contract documents.
Follow written and verbal instructions.
Acquire data for reports.
Other Job-Related Requirements:
This position is required to respond before, during and following emergency situations.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or its equivalent and four years of relevant employment experience or; an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of relevant experience or a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
The State’s total compensation package for employees features:
Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
$25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
State of Florida retirement package
10 paid holidays a year
Generous vacation and sick leave
Career advancement opportunities
Tuition waiver for public college courses
A variety of training opportunities
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
For additional benefit information available to State of Florida employees, visit: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/
Special Requirements: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.
Veterans and Disabled Persons: The Florida Department of Transportation values the service veterans and their family members. If you are a preference‑eligible applicant who receives notice of a hiring decision and believe that you were not afforded employment preference, you may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days from the date you receive the notice, requesting an investigation to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard, Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708.
The Florida Department of Transportation values and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with Florida Statutes, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities. Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations may be provided. Please contact the Human Resources Office at 850‑414‑5300 for assistance.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation must notify the agency hiring authority in advance.
The State of Florida supports a Drug‑Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing.
Veterans’ Preference: Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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