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Take Off Engineer - Civil Construction

Hazard Construction
Lakeside, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/23/2026

Hazard Construction Companies is seeking a takeoff engineer with 1-3 years of experience in heavy highway construction. Candidate will contribute to a variety of projects including but not limited to site development, military, and DOT(Caltrans). We work on a variety of grading, asphalt paving and site improvement projects and seek a motivated individual to assist our estimators and project managers in the successful execution of these proposals and projects. Come join a successful, reputable company who offers a solid career with an opportunity to grow.

Responsibilities:

· Assist estimating staff by performing digital quantity takeoffs for heavy-civil construction projects including grading, paving, concrete and site improvements.

· Create 2D/3D drawings, sketches, exhibits and models for estimating quantities and operations use in the field.

· Read/review plans, specifications, and other contract documents in order to perform quantity takeoffs that meet project requirements.

· Assist estimators with soliciting quotes from subcontractors and material suppliers, proposal preparation and sub/vendor quote comparison.

· Assist project team with performing quantity takeoffs and tracking quantities throughout the construction phase.

· Build overall estimating skills and develop a deeper knowledge of estimating process.

· Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.

Requirements:

· Hard-working individual who is eager to learn and develop their construction knowledge and skills and who thrives in a teamwork environment.

· Knowledge of heavy-civil construction projects.

· The individual must be highly organized and able to communicate work product to others.

· Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or other related field.

· Excellent communication, presentation and computer skills.

· Willingness to be flexible and occasionally work long hours to meet estimate deadlines.

· Software Experience (required): Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam

· Software Experience (preferred): Agtek, GPS (Trimble or Topcon), AutoCAD

All Hazard Construction positions require satisfactory completion of a physical ability test and clean drug and alcohol screening.

We offer a generous benefits package including a comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans. 401K with matching participation by employer, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, and voluntary supplemental life benefits.

Hazard Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay: $85,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $85,000 - $115,000

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