Entry-Level Estimator

ESCO Construction Company; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) and financial education

Health benefits

HSAs/FSAs

PTO

Holidays

Career growth

Job summary

ESCO Construction Company in Evergreen, CO is seeking an entry‑level estimator. You will assist in preparing civil estimates, read plans, and manage bid pricing for projects across Colorado and nearby states.

The ideal candidate has some heavy civil estimating experience and thrives in a detail‑oriented, team‑driven environment. ESCO offers competitive pay and a strong employee‑owned benefits package, with a deadline of 9/21/2026.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years’ experience in heavy civil estimating required.
• Engineering or CM degree is a plus but not required.
• Experience with projects above $5 million is required.
• Experience with bid reviews and takeoffs for civil projects.
• Experience with HCSS Heavy Bid or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Search project databases and communicate with partners about new and current projects.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and bid openings as required.
• Read civil plans and specifications accurately.
• Prepare detailed civil takeoffs using relevant software.
• Solicit subs and evaluate proposals; manage bid pricing.
• Assist in preparing technical proposals and cost analyses.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Reading plans

Education

Engineering or CM degree (plus)

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid

Agtek

Carlson

Trimble

Microsoft Office

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

ESCO is a 100% employee-owned company that opened its doors in 1944. We are located in beautiful Evergreen, CO. We perform all types of civil construction such as earthwork, utilities, concrete flat work, and concrete structures for both private and public clients. ESCO enjoys tackling diverse and challenging projects throughout Colorado and the surrounding states. Joining ESCO means becoming part of a team of innovators who own their success. As a 100% employee-owned company with a growing footprint across the Front Range, we provide careers where your ideas matter and your work makes an impact. We have an excellent opportunity for an Entry-Level Estimator to join our team of professionals. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in Heavy Civil Estimating, be organized, motivated, detail-oriented and driven. We are offering a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with an outstanding benefits package. This is the perfect opportunity to build a career at a leading civil construction company. The application deadline for the job is: 9/21/2026 unless filled sooner.

Responsibilities and Job Duties

• General knowledge of project search databases.
• Communicate with partners and team members regarding new and current projects.
• Attend pre bid meetings and bid openings as required.
• Ability to read civil construction plans and specifications.
• Ability to perform accurate quantity takeoffs in a timely manner utilizing Agtek suite.
• Solicit subcontractors and suppliers and evaluate their proposals.
• Prepare civil self-perform estimates in detail utilizing HCSS Heavy Bid software.
• Manage bid pricing from all vendors and subcontractors.
• Assist in preparation of technical proposals.
• Prepare cost analysis of past projects and compare to current estimates.
• Must be able to work as a team and communicate well internally and externally.
• Ability to critically think and problem solve as a team member and an individual.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years’ experience in heavy civil estimating is required.
• Engineering or CM degree a plus but not required. Relative experience is acceptable.
• Experience with estimating projects above $5 million dollars is required.
• Experience with reviewing bid documents and creating comprehensive takeoffs for civil construction projects
• Experience with HCSS Heavy Bid or similar estimating software is required.
• Experience with takeoff software such as Agtek, Carlson or Trimble is required.
• Experience with Microsoft Suite is required.
• Experience with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project is a plus.
• Site Experience through internships, field engineering, or other active jobsite experience is a plus.

Why ESCO:

• Starting Wage: $75,000 - $95,000
• Industry-leading Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) and financial health education and access
• Comprehensive health benefits and insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Eight paid holidays after 60 days of employment
• Excellent career growth potential