Cost Estimator

McMillen; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Cost Estimator with a strong background in heavy civil works, including bridges and dams. This role involves analyzing project plans, conducting detailed quantity take-offs, and collaborating with project managers to ensure accurate estimates. The company values innovation and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and opportunities for stock ownership. Join a dynamic team that fosters a great work-life balance while contributing to impactful projects in the engineering and construction sectors.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Match

Generous PTO

Paid Holidays

Wellness Reimbursement

Opportunity for Stock Ownership

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in construction estimating.
• Strong knowledge of heavy civil works and construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates for projects.
• Liaise with subcontractors and clients for competitive pricing.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Mathematical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Estimating Software (HCSS, Bluebeam)

Microsoft Office Suite

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McMillen, Inc. is seeking an experienced estimator with a minimum of 10 years of experience in related construction fields. This position will be based out of our Denver area office, though remote work will be considered as well. Preferred areas of experience include heavy civil works, including, such as bridges, dams, spillways, hydroelectric facilities, and/or environmental civil construction including stream and habitat restoration, fish hatcheries, fish passage and collection facilities, and similar works.

Requirements:

• Analyze project plans, specifications, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Conduct detailed quantity take-offs and develop unit price costs.
• Evaluate project feasibility by assessing risks, determining budget requirements, and considering alternative construction methods.
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to obtain competitive pricing and ensure comprehensive bid coverage.
• Utilize estimating software and other tools to develop accurate and detailed estimates.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other team members to ensure alignment on project scope, budgets, and timelines.
• Review historical data and market trends to ensure the accuracy and competitiveness of estimates.
• Participate in bid reviews and presentations, providing detailed explanations of estimates and supporting data.
• Gather details and maintain current market data to accurately estimate construction, material, and soft costs.
• Prepare written documents and narratives to support the cost estimate review process by in-house review teams and clients.
• Must understand the design build process and have experience working with design teams during the bid process.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.
• 5-10 years of experience in estimating within the heavy civil engineering or construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and industry practices.
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is required, and familiarity with estimating software is a plus (e.g., HCSS, Bluebeam).
  
  
  

Compensation Package:

• Pay Range: 100,000 – 135,000 (DOE)
• Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program consisting of Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) and match, 9 Paid Holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for Stock Ownership and Wellness Reimbursement.
  
  
  

Who We Are: McMillen, Inc. (McMillen) is an engineering, environmental, and construction firm providing scalable, multi-disciplinary capabilities. We are a design and build firm providing clients with balanced perspective and realistic solutions. With experts in the United States, Canada, Australia, and France, our staff bring best practices from the water resources, energy, dams, infrastructure, fisheries, aquaculture, and restricted access markets.

We balance technical precision with collaborative delivery throughout all project phases. We have the resources and expertise to contribute to a project at the feasibility and planning stage, navigate the regulatory and permitting requirements, develop detailed designs, self-perform construction, and participate in startup, testing, and commissioning. We offer strategic planning, technical expertise, comprehensive project management, and integration of multi-disciplinary studies for traditional and alternative project delivery methods.

We want our employees to make a career doing what they love to do. We aren't looking for the complacent or the comfortable. We are looking for the highly technical, the creators, the manic obsessives, the outliers who know being the best is a journey, not a finish line. We support our employees' efforts to stay on the cutting edge of technology while fostering a great work-life balance.

EEO: McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.

No recruiters, please.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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