Construction Cost Estimator I: Field-Based Cost Analysis

DBI Consultants; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Annual billable bonuses

Team bonus

Job summary

DBI Construction Consultants is seeking a Construction Cost Estimator to analyze costs, timelines, and risks while visiting field sites to gather real-world data. You will prepare reports and contribute to accurate project estimates for diverse locations across the US.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, collaboration with teams, and proficiency in estimating tools. A bachelor’s degree and travel readiness are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, or structural engineering or construction management.
• Internship in construction or risk management preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and technical reading skills.
• Advanced Excel; experience with Xactimate or scheduling software preferred.
• Willingness to travel ~30% and work in varied field conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site visits to collect measurements, photos, and project details.
• Support the analysis of labor, materials, and timelines for project estimates.
• Help track costs and flag differences between projected and actual figures.
• Learn to prepare professional reports and data entries in estimating tools.
• Gain exposure to industry software like Xactimate, Bluebeam Revu, and project scheduling tools.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Advanced Excel

Field data collection

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/mechanical/structural engineering or construction management

Tools

Xactimate

Bluebeam Revu

Scheduling software

Job description

DBI Construction Consultants is seeking a Construction Cost Estimator to analyze costs, timelines, and risks while visiting field sites to gather real-world data. You will prepare reports and contribute to accurate project estimates for diverse locations across the US.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, collaboration with teams, and proficiency in estimating tools. A bachelor’s degree and travel readiness are required.