Construction Estimator
Job in
Thornton, Adams County, Colorado, 80241, USA
Listed on 2026-09-28
Listing for:
System One
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-28
Job specializations:
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Construction
Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Building & Residential Construction, Civil Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Commercial Construction Estimator
Location: Denver Metro Area, CO
Job Type: Full-Time | In-Office
Pay: $75,000–$90,000 per year, DOE
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Estimator to join our team in the Denver metro area. This position is ideal for someone with 3–5+ years of commercial general contracting estimating experience who is comfortable managing multiple bids, reviewing construction documents, and developing accurate project estimates from concept through bid submission.
This is an in-office position working closely with project managers, subcontractors, vendors, and the preconstruction team.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare detailed estimates for commercial construction projects
- Review architectural, structural, MEP, civil, and other construction plans and specifications
- Perform quantity takeoffs and develop accurate material and labor costs
- Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and vendor bids
- Identify scope gaps, exclusions, and potential cost risks
- Develop competitive and accurate bid proposals
- Maintain estimating spreadsheets, databases, and project documentation
- Communicate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain pricing and clarify scope
- Assist with value engineering and cost-saving opportunities
- Participate in pre-bid meetings, site walks, and scope reviews as needed
- Work closely with project management and preconstruction teams to ensure a smooth handoff from estimating to construction
- Track market conditions, material pricing, and subcontractor availability
- Manage multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously
- 3–5+ years of commercial construction estimating experience
- Experience working for a General Contractor strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of commercial construction methods, materials, and sequencing
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents
- Experience with quantity takeoffs and subcontractor/vendor solicitation
- Strong math, analytical, and organizational skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Experience with estimating software such as Procore, Bluebeam, OST, Plan Swift, or similar is a plus
- $75,000–$90,000/year DOE
- Full-time, stable opportunity with an established commercial GC
- In-office team environment
- Opportunity to work on a variety of commercial construction projects
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Competitive benefits package
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