Construction Estimator: Bids, Takeoffs & Proposals

Air Comfort, Inc; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Safe Harbor retirement plan

Job summary

Air Comfort, Inc. in Aurora, CO is seeking an in-office Estimator to join the Pre-Construction team. You will review plans, perform quantity takeoffs, and prepare detailed estimates while collaborating with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams to secure profitable work.

The role demands accuracy, meeting bid deadlines, and identifying cost-saving value engineering opportunities. Proficiency with PlanSwift, WinEst, Bluebeam Revu, Excel, and Word is expected, with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Experience in construction estimating or a related field is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies, scope gaps, and potential risks.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, specifications, bid instructions, addenda, RFIs, and related documents to fully understand project requirements and scope.
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs for all work within the company's scope.
• Identify discrepancies, missing information, scope gaps, and potential risks; request clarification as needed.
• Request and evaluate quotes from suppliers and subcontractors to verify pricing, scope, and completeness.
• Prepare detailed estimates for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other project costs.
• Identify value-engineering and alternative solutions to reduce project costs while meeting requirements.
• Develop complete and professional proposals, including pricing, alternates, qualifications, forms, bonds, and supporting documentation.
• Conduct thorough self-reviews of takeoffs, estimates, quotes, and proposals before final submission.
• Manage multiple estimates simultaneously, prioritize workload, and consistently meet bid deadlines.
• Revise estimates and proposals as needed based on project changes, client requests, or addenda.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail throughout the estimating process.
• Follow up with clients after proposal submission to determine bid status, answer questions, and identify opportunities to secure work.
• Utilize software such as PlanSwift, WinEst, Bluebeam Revu, Microsoft Excel, and Word for estimating and documentation tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-project management

Written and verbal communication

Tools

PlanSwift

WinEst

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Air Comfort, Inc. in Aurora, CO is seeking an in-office Estimator to join the Pre-Construction team. You will review plans, perform quantity takeoffs, and prepare detailed estimates while collaborating with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams to secure profitable work.

The role demands accuracy, meeting bid deadlines, and identifying cost-saving value engineering opportunities. Proficiency with PlanSwift, WinEst, Bluebeam Revu, Excel, and Word is expected, with strong communication and