SIMON | Estimator

Simon is a subsidiary of Colas USA with operations throughout Colorado, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming. We specialize in aggregate, asphalt, and ready-mix concrete materials production, with expert teams providing high-quality asphalt paving, concrete, bridge, and utility construction services. Through strong local ties backed by global resources, we focus on quality and value to deliver the best products and services for our clients.

What we do is bigger than construction - it is about connecting communities, building new roads to the future, and keeping the spirit of the pioneers alive and well. To learn more about Simon visit

The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company's value chain.

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Job Summary:

Assists in the preparation of accurate and competitive cost estimates and bid documentation for construction projects by reviewing plans, specifications, and pricing information. Supports preconstruction efforts through quantity takeoffs, vendor and subcontractor coordination, documentation review, and collaboration with project teams.

Main Responsibilities:

* Embrace the Company's safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities implemented by the Safety Steering and Continuous Improvement teams.

* Support, promote, and practice the Company's core values, vision, and mission; follow code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policies.

* Order, review, read, and interpret construction plans, proposals, drawings, and specifications, including preliminary and incomplete documentation.

* Assist in the preparation of accurate project cost estimates, bid proposals, contracts, and standard estimating forms using established procedures.

* Assist project engineers, project managers, and senior estimators with estimating practices, data collection, and bid preparation activities.

* Participate in project setup meetings and bid-to-project handoffs with project managers and superintendents.

* Perform detailed material quantity takeoffs and support cost analysis activities.

* Communicate with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to obtain pricing, scope clarifications, and supporting documentation.

* Participate in bid review meetings with internal leadership and, when applicable, project owners or owner representatives.

* Assist in the development of preliminary project schedules and identification of critical phases.

* Support the presentation of completed estimates to senior management and project stakeholders.

* Follow up with owners and clients on submitted bids; track and report bid outcomes to management.

* Assist with post‑project reviews by comparing estimated costs to actual project costs and identifying variances or improvement opportunities.

* Maintain and update estimating databases, bid software, and related tracking tools.

* Support market analysis activities, including tracking competitor activity, bid volume, and backlog information.

* Coordinate with other regional teams as needed to support bidding processes.

Education:

* Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

* Valid Driver's License and clean driving history required.

Skills:

* 3+ years of estimating or construction‑related experience preferred; experience with highway paving, bridge construction, utilities, municipal, heavy civil, or commercial construction a plus

* Proficiency with computers and mobile devices (Android/iOS), including Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams); experience with estimating and construction…