Construction Estimator (Entry Level)

Actalent; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with up to 4% match

PTO 10+ days, increasing with tenure

9 paid holidays

Extended Illness Bank

Section 125 pre-tax spending plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Actalent, based in Englewood, CO, is seeking an entry-level Estimator to support preconstruction and pricing efforts for commercial projects. You will review construction documents, perform quantity takeoffs, and help prepare competitive bids under guidance from experienced professionals.

You will learn how negotiated and hard-bid work is developed from concept to completion, while demonstrating a strong work ethic, curiosity, and detail orientation in a collaborative, in-office environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a construction-related field or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel required.
• Desire to pursue a career in construction estimating.

Responsibilities

• Assist with quantity takeoffs from drawings and specs.
• Support the preparation of project estimates and bid proposals.
• Review plans, specifications, and bid documents.
• Solicit subcontractor and supplier pricing and track quotes.
• Analyze subcontractor quotes and compare bid coverage.
• Maintain estimating spreadsheets and bid documentation.
• Assist with budgeting and early pricing exercises.
• Coordinate with project teams during preconstruction activities.
• Participate in project handoff meetings after award.
• Learn best practices in bidding, procurement and cost management.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Building Science, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff (OST)

Construction estimating software

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated, entry-level construction professional who is interested in developing a career as an Estimator. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career candidate with a construction-related degree who wants to learn how projects are priced, bid, and awarded while working alongside experienced construction professionals.

In this role, you'll support the preconstruction and estimating teams by reviewing construction documents, performing quantity takeoffs, soliciting subcontractor pricing, and helping prepare competitive bids for a variety of commercial construction projects. You'll gain exposure to both negotiated and hard-bid work and learn how projects are developed long before construction begins.

We're looking for someone who is eager to learn, enjoys problem-solving, pays attention to details, and is interested in understanding how buildings come together from concept to completion.

Work Environment & Schedule:

• Full-time, in-office position based in Englewood, CO

What Makes Someone Successful Here?

• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Positive attitude and team-first mindset
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Curious and eager to understand construction means and methods
• Self-starter who asks questions and takes initiative
• Adaptable and open to feedback

Why You Should Be Interested:

• Long-standing company with over 35 years of success in Colorado's commercial construction market
• Strong work-life balance
• Family-oriented company culture
• Vehicle reimbursement
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and up to 5% company match
• PTO program with increased accrual based on tenure
• Company-provided phone and laptop

Responsibilities:

• Assist with quantity takeoffs from construction drawings and specifications
• Support the preparation of project estimates and bid proposals
• Review plans, specifications, and other bid documents
• Solicit and track subcontractor and supplier pricing
• Help analyze subcontractor quotes and compare bid coverage
• Maintain estimating spreadsheets and bid documentation
• Assist with budgeting and preliminary pricing exercises
• Coordinate with project teams during preconstruction activities
• Participate in project handoff meetings after project award
• Learn industry best practices related to bidding, procurement, and cost management

Qualifications:

Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Building Science, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Desire to build a career in construction estimating

Nice to Have

• Internship, co-op, or prior construction experience
• Exposure to commercial construction projects
• Familiarity with Bluebeam, BuildingConnected, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), or a construction estimating software
• Experience working for a contractor, subcontractor, or construction management firm

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Denver, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• Medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability coverage (effective the month following hire)
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• PTO starts at 10 days and increases with tenure (up to 31 days)
• 9 paid holidays
• Extended Illness Bank: 6 additional days per year (up to 60 days) for extended illness, surgery, hospitalization, or bereavement
• Section 125 pre-tax flexible spending plan
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible work-related courses

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Denver,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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