Civil Construction Estimator

Jobtailor; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a seasoned Estimator in Denver, CO to deliver detailed cost estimates for heavy civil projects using HCSS and related tools. You will support proposal submissions, coordinate takeoffs, review plans, and assess project risks while maintaining robust bid files and productive relationships with owners, engineers, and subcontractors.

The role requires 3–5 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction, proficiency with MS Project and Bluebeam, and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering, construction, or related field.
• 3–5 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction.
• Experience with scheduling software (MS Project or similar).
• Experience with estimating software (HCSS, B2W/Bid2Win, or similar).
• Quantity takeoff experience using Bluebeam.
• Strong analytical and project management skills with solid construction knowledge.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive and creative mindset.
• Safety-focused and committed to ethics and integrity.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for company business.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed, accurate cost estimates using HCSS and other estimating tools.
• Assist with proposal submittal documents, including schedules, diagrams, work plans, and figures.
• Coordinate quantity takeoffs from project plans and proposal documents.
• Review and understand drawings, specifications, measurement methods, and payment terms.
• Assess and communicate project risks based on proposal documents.
• Apply labor, equipment, and production rates to estimates accurately.
• Help develop competitive bid strategies and value-added solutions.
• Prepare proposal schedules using critical-path scheduling software.
• Maintain and update historical cost databases for labor, equipment, and materials.
• Attend pre-bid walks and preconstruction meetings as required.
• Assemble complete bid files documenting all estimate development information.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Meet all assigned bid deadlines.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.

Skills

Estimating

Cost analysis

Bid development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

HCSS

B2W/Bid2Win

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed, accurate, and organized cost estimates using HCSS and other estimating tools.
• Assist with proposal submittal documents, including schedules, diagrams, work plans, and figures.
• Coordinate quantity takeoffs from project plans and proposal documents.
• Review and fully understand drawings, specifications, measurement methods, and payment terms.
• Assess and communicate project risks based on thorough knowledge of proposal documents.
• Understand and accurately apply labor, equipment, and production rates to estimates.
• Help develop competitive bid strategies and value-added solutions.
• Prepare proposal schedules using critical-path scheduling software.
• Maintain and update historical cost databases for labor, equipment, and materials.
• Attend pre-bid walks and preconstruction meetings as required.
• Assemble complete bid files documenting all estimate development information.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Meet all assigned bid deadlines.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 - 5 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction.
• Experience with scheduling software (MS Project, or similar).
• Experience with estimating software (HCSS, B2W/Bid2Win, or similar).
• Quantity takeoff experience using Bluebeam.
• Strong analytical and project management skills with solid construction knowledge.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive and creative mindset.
• Safety-focused and committed to ethics and integrity.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for company business.