Construction Estimator

TrueBuild Partners; Windsor (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle provided

Bonus potential

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

TrueBuild Partners, a leading general contractor in Windsor, CO, is seeking a Construction Estimator to own the estimating process from bid invitation through award. You will work with PMs, Superintendents, and leadership to win profitable work and ensure accurate cost guidance during preconstruction.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of commercial construction estimating experience with a GC, plus proficiency in takeoff and estimating software.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction estimating experience with a general contractor.
• Experience estimating municipal, school, commercial, or related ground-up projects preferred.
• Proficiency with takeoff and estimating software
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail under tight bid deadlines
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field helpful but not required

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, competitive estimates for municipal, school, and commercial projects, including hard-bid, negotiated, and design-assist work.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop self-perform and subcontractor pricing.
• Review plans, specifications, and addenda to identify scope gaps, risks, and value engineering opportunities.
• Solicit, level, and analyze subcontractor and supplier bids to ensure complete scope coverage.
• Build and manage bid schedules, bid packages, and proposal submissions to meet deadlines.
• Develop conceptual and budget estimates during preconstruction and support owners and design teams with cost guidance.
• Hand off awarded projects to operations with clear estimate breakdowns and scope documentation.
• Maintain historical cost data and strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors

Skills

Bid estimation

Reading blueprints

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Takeoff software

Job description

Compensation: $130,000–$160,000 + Benefits + Vehicle + 401(k) Match + Bonus + PTO

A leading general contractor in the Windsor market is adding a Construction Estimator to its team as it continues to grow.

This GC has a strong regional reputation for delivering quality municipal, school, and commercial work, and it has a healthy backlog of upcoming projects. That makes this a great opportunity to join a stable, well-regarded organization. The right candidate will own the estimating process from bid invitation through award, working closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and leadership to win profitable work.

Benefits and Highlights

• Compensation: $130K–$160K, plus benefits, 401(k) match (4%), bonus, PTO, and a vehicle
• 100% employer-paid medical benefits for the employee, dependents, and family
• A stable, well-respected GC with consistent project flow
• Strong internal growth potential and a positive company culture
• High employee retention and strong Glassdoor reviews

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, competitive estimates for municipal, school, and commercial projects, including hard-bid, negotiated, and design-assist work
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop self-perform and subcontractor pricing
• Review plans, specifications, and addenda to identify scope gaps, risks, and value engineering opportunities
• Solicit, level, and analyze subcontractor and supplier bids to ensure complete scope coverage
• Build and manage bid schedules, bid packages, and proposal submissions to meet deadlines
• Develop conceptual and budget estimates during preconstruction and support owners and design teams with cost guidance
• Hand off awarded projects to operations with clear estimate breakdowns and scope documentation
• Maintain historical cost data and strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors

Requirements

• 5+ years of commercial construction estimating experience with a general contractor
• Experience estimating municipal, school, commercial, or related ground-up projects preferred
• Proficiency with takeoff and estimating software
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail under tight bid deadlines
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field helpful but not required

TrueBuild Partners LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

Compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. Benefits, compensation, and other employment terms are subject to change and will be confirmed by the employer during the interview and offer process. Final terms of employment will be outlined in the applicable offer letter.