Construction Estimator

Fiore & Sons, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 89,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

Fiore & Sons, Inc. seeks an Estimator for civil construction in Denver, CO. This role focuses on preparing cost estimates, managing bids, and ensuring competitive proposals. Ideal candidates will have a BS in Engineering or Construction Management, and experience in estimation techniques. Offering competitive pay and 100% employer-paid health benefits.

Benefits

100% Employee Health Premium Paid

Employer-Paid Short and Long Term Disability

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match

Paid Holidays, Vacation, & Wellness Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Voluntary Vision Plan

Identity Protection Plan

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• General knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control, and material pricing.
• Strong analytical skills, experience independently solving problems.
• Ability to advise on and prepare detailed estimates.

Responsibilities

• Preparing accurate and detailed cost estimates for civil projects.
• Building relationships with suppliers and subcontractors for competitive proposals.
• Managing all aspects of the bidding process.

Skills

Problem solving skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time-management

Education

BS degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

B2W Estimate

AGTEK software

Microsoft Project

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

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Base pay range

$89,300.00/yr - $174,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus and Stock options

Direct message the job poster from Fiore & Sons, Inc.

Fiore & Sons, Inc. is an employee-owned civil construction company with over 70 years of experience serving Colorado and the surrounding states. As an industry leader known for innovation, environmental stewardship, and a people-first culture, we believe in sharing success with our team. We offer stability, career growth, and exceptional benefits—including 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums. At Fiore, every team member is valued, respected, and empowered to make an impact. Build your future with Fiore!

The Estimator plays a key role in the preconstruction phase by preparing accurate and detailed cost estimates for civil construction projects. This position is responsible for reviewing construction documents, analyzing scopes of work, conducting quantity takeoffs, and coordinating with suppliers and subcontractors to develop complete and competitive proposals. The Estimator works closely with clients and internal teams to ensure estimates align with project requirements, historical data, and company goals. Success in this role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

COMPENSATION:

$89,300 to $174,000 annually dependent on experience, skills, and level of hire

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leverages curiosity, customer service, expertise, and innovation to understand the ins and outs of proposal requests by reviewing construction documents and drawings, scope of work, job walks, and discussions with the client.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with customers throughout the bidding process.
• Prepares estimates on large and complex projects by calculating a complete quantity takeoff of the scope of work, and assures estimates are accurate and in line with customer needs, expected unit cost history, and profit margins.
• Manages all aspects of the bidding process on estimates.
• Prepares detailed proposal specifications and schedule, and coordinates concept drawings that accurately portray the scope of work and requirements of the project for presentation to the owner.
• Uses knowledge, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills to solicit quotes from suppliers and subcontractors, and organizes, reviews and completes detailed scopes of work and cost comparisons for each.
• Assesses problem situations to identify causes, gathers and processes relevant information, generates possible solutions, and makes recommendations and/or resolves the problem
• Effectively prioritizes projects, needs, and work requests.
• Maintains files of documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on unit prices from suppliers.
• Acts with integrity and in a manner that shows support for the company, its values, and its employees, while maintaining constant focus on meeting and exceeding customer requirements and expectations.
• Exhibits ongoing commitment to quality by evaluating project-related processes and making necessary changes, using customer input to make improvements, and meeting/exceeding internal and external customer expectations.
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• General knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control, and material pricing.
• Problem solving skills with the ability to assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem.
• Knowledge of assigned discipline (Civil, Demolition, Sitework, Wet Utilities, etc.) estimating techniques, regulatory compliance, and cost control processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, grammatical, and prioritization/time-management skills, with the ability to make sound decisions under tight deadlines.
• Ability to do moderate math equations, understand financial concepts, and interpret computerized cost data and systems, engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, and other construction documents.
• Ability to work independently while also possessing a strong team orientation, positive attitude, and excellent customer service skills.
• Proficiency using Word, Excel, Outlook and Microsoft Project.
• Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize work requests.
• Knowledge of B2W Estimate and AGTEK software.
• Preferred
• 5+ years’ experience in an estimating role in with projects that include at least some of the following: Sitework and Finish Grading; Demolition & Environmental; Site Utilities; Overlot Grading; Trucking; and/or Recycling.
• BS degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field or CCP / CEP Certification in lieu of degree.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Estimators spend a lot of time in an office environment, sitting and standing for extended periods of time and pushing/pulling/lifting boxes and items 25-30 pounds. Estimators must also continually visit clients and construction sites, including the ability to walk for extended periods on uneven ground, climb ladders, and maneuver obstacles.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor and outdoor work, including changing office temperatures, and exposure to variant weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, etc.) and muddy ground conditions.

• Health
• 100% Employee and 80% Dependent Premium paid
• Platinum Plus grade plan w/$0 Deductible and Low Out of Pocket Max
• Dental – 100% Employee and Family Level Premium paid
• Employer paid Short Term Disability
• Employer paid Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Vision Plan paired with Hearing Care - optional
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Limited Medical Gap Plans - optional
• Identity Protection and Pet Insurance - optional
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Limited Medical Gap Plans - optional
• Identity Protection and Pet Insurance - optional
• FSA Account - optional
• HSA Account - with HDHP
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, & Wellness Time Off
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match contributions.
• $25,000.00 Employer paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance – with additional voluntary options

To Apply

Apply online at https://www.fioreandsons.com/careers

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fiore & Sons is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind. All employment decisions at Fiore & Sons are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race or ethnicity, color, religion or belief, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by the law. Applicants that require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should contact Human Resources at 303-429-8893.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales, Strategy/Planning, and Project Management

• Industries

  Construction, Civil Engineering, and Utilities

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401(k)

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