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Chief Estimator

Job in Denver, Denver County, Colorado, 80285, USA
Listing for: Kapella Group
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-25
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Procurement / Purchasing
  • Engineering
    Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Procurement / Purchasing
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Denver, United States | Posted on 06/22/2026

We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our growing commercial construction team. This individual will lead the estimating process for a variety of commercial projects and play a critical role in delivering accurate, competitive, and profitable bids.

The ideal candidate must have strong commercial construction experience and a deep understanding of cost analysis, CSI divisions, and multiple delivery methods including hard bid and GMP contracts.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the full estimating process from conceptual budgeting through final bid submission
  • Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost analyses across all CSI divisions
  • Develop and manage estimates for ground‑up construction, renovations, tenant improvements (TI), and design/build projects
  • Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor bids
  • Prepare GMP proposals and hard bid submissions
  • Conduct scope reviews and gap analysis
  • Collaborate with pre‑construction, project management, and operations teams
  • Participate in value engineering efforts
  • Review drawings and specifications to identify risk, cost drivers, and scope gaps
  • Present estimates and bid strategies to executive leadership
Required Qualifications
  • 5+ years of commercial construction estimating experience (5‑10 preferred for senior‑level candidates)
  • Proven experience estimating ground‑up, renovation, TI, and/or design‑build projects
  • Strong working knowledge of CSI divisions
  • Experience with GMP contracts and hard bid procurement
  • Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and addenda accurately
  • Strong subcontractor network and bid leveling experience
  • Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam, Procore, Sage, Planswift, On‑Screen Takeoff, etc.)
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
  • Experience leading or mentoring junior estimators
  • Experience with conceptual budgeting and early design pricing
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