Takeoff Technician (Junior Estimator)

Company Overview

DNT Construction is a heavy civil contractor based in Texas, self-performing underground utilities, site development projects with streets, water, wastewater, roadways, and storm drain work. civil infrastructure for public agencies and private developers across the state. We run a high-volume estimating operation covering municipal bids, MUD work, and private site development — and we're growing.

Job Summary

We're adding a Takeoff Technician / Junior Estimator to our estimating team. This is a production-focused seat — you'll own quantity takeoffs across civil scopes and support the senior estimating team through bid day. The right candidate is fast, detail-oriented, and understands what it costs to build something in the ground.

This role is a direct path into a full estimating position for someone who can demonstrate accuracy, speed, and field awareness..

Duties

• Perform quantity takeoffs from civil construction plans across underground utilities (storm, sanitary sewer, water, fire line, electric, telecom, gas), earthwork, site development, and roadway scopes
• Execute earthwork cut/fill analysis using Agtek or comparable earthwork software — drone surface integration a plus
• Read and interpret civil plan sets including grading plans, utility profiles, paving sections, and drainage details
• Organize and maintain takeoff documentation in support of competitive bid packages
• Coordinate with senior estimators to ensure takeoff scope aligns with bid documents, addenda, and spec requirements
• Flag plan conflicts, scope gaps, and ambiguous bid items before bid day
• Support bid assembly — scope sheets, quantity summaries, sub-bid coverage logs
• Maintain organized digital files for active bids and awarded project handoff packages

What we're looking for

Required

• 1–3 years of experience performing civil construction takeoffs — utility, grading, paving, or site development
• Ability to read civil plan sets with confidence: grading plans, utility profiles, drainage, erosion control
• Proficiency with takeoff software — Agtek strongly preferred; HCSS Heavy Bid, Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, or similar platforms considered
• Working knowledge of civil construction materials, unit costs, and field sequencing
• Strong attention to detail and personal accountability for quantity accuracy
• Organized, self-directed work habits — this team moves fast around bid deadlines

Preferred

• Field experience in civil construction (even seasonal or prior to estimating career)
• Exposure to TxDOT plan sets, MUD specifications, or municipal bid documents
• Earthwork drone surface integration (DJI Terra, Propeller, or similar)
• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field — or equivalent field and estimating experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus tied to bid volume and awarded work
• Health, dental, and vision), insurance
• 401(k) with company match

Join us to grow your career in a fast-paced environment where your skills will directly impact the success of our projects. We value proactive learners eager to develop their expertise in construction estimation while contributing to a collaborative team dedicated to excellence.

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $43,357 - $64,652