Estimating Engineer

Colorado Contractors Association Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 78,600 - 122,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employee Health Premiums

100% Dental Premiums

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match

Paid Holidays & Vacation

Job summary

A leading civil construction firm is seeking an Estimating Engineer to join their team in Denver, Colorado. This role offers the opportunity to support estimators during the bid process, requiring strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills. The ideal candidate will have a BS degree in Engineering or Construction Management and familiarity with estimating software. Exceptional benefits include 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums, making this an attractive position for candidates looking to grow their careers in civil construction.

Qualifications

• Ability to assess problems and develop solutions under tight deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Eager learner with a proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Review construction documents and assist with bid preparation.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and communicate with estimators.
• Solicit quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.

Skills

Problem assessment

Verbal and written communication (English)

Organizational skills

Research skills

Customer service skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

BS degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

On-Screen Take-Off

Bluebeam

B2W Estimate

AGTEK software

Job description

Fiore & Sons, Inc. is an employee-owned (ESOP) civil construction company with over 70 years of experience serving Colorado and the surrounding states. As an industry leader known for innovation, environmental stewardship, and a people-first culture, we believe in sharing success with our team. We offer stability, career growth, and exceptional benefits, including 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums. At Fiore, every team member is valued, respected, and empowered to make an impact. Build your future with Fiore!

The Estimating Engineer is a key player on the Fiore Estimation team who provides crucial support to the Estimators on bid efforts while gaining exposure to and knowledge of Civil Construction. The Estimating Engineer is driven to learn and takes full advantage of opportunities to assist in the bid process, research municipality specs and materials pricing, and attend site visits and bid reviews.

COMPENSATION:

$78,600.00 to $122,400.00 annually depending on experience, skills, and level of hire

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews construction documents to understand project scope of work and desired work to meet customer expectations and assists estimators with preparation of bid and execution of take-offs.
• Attends pre-bid meetings with estimators as well as project reviews to gain exposure to budget vs field performance.
• Assists estimators with building and creating complete and accurate estimates.
• Attends pre-bid job site visits with estimators along with job site visits to sites with active work.
• Works with subcontractors and suppliers to solicit quotations and organize, review and complete detailed scopes of work and cost comparisons.
• Maintains files of documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on unit prices from suppliers.
• Reads and understands project and municipal specifications and additional scope documents, to include Geotech reports and client-provided project schedules.
• Trains in AGTEK software, B2W Estimate software and possibly other construction software.
• Manages subcontractor and vendor lists, reaches out for updates, and familiarizes themselves with our subcontractors and vendors.
• Uses knowledge, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills to assist estimators in soliciting quotes from suppliers and subcontractors, and organizes, reviews and completes detailed scopes of work and cost comparisons for each.
• Assesses problem situations to identify causes, gathers and processes relevant information, generates possible solutions, and makes recommendations and/or resolves the problem.
• Effectively prioritizes projects, needs, and work requests.
• Acts with integrity and in a manner that shows support for the company, its values, and its employees, while maintaining constant focus on meeting and exceeding customer requirements and expectations.
• Exhibits ongoing commitment to quality by evaluating project-related processes and making necessary changes, using customer input to make improvements, and meeting/exceeding internal and external customer expectations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Exceptional ability to assess problem situations, identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem under tight timelines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication (English), organizational, grammatical, research, and prioritization/time-management skills, with the ability to make sound decisions under tight deadlines.
• Strong team orientation with a positive attitude, and excellent customer service skills as well as the ability to work independently.
• Eager learner with the ability to develop knowledge of regulatory compliance and cost control processes.
• Ability to do moderate math equations, understand financial concepts, and interpret computerized cost data and systems, engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, and other construction documents.
• Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems.
• Excellent time management skills, including ability to multitask and effectively prioritize work requests.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Preferred

• BS degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• Experienced in the use of On-Screen Take-Off, Bluebeam, and B2W Estimate, and/or AGTEK software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods of time, including uneven terrain on work sites if needed. Ability to lift 25 lbs. occasionally for office supplies, filing and storage. Ability to manipulate paperwork and read a computer screen, operate computer peripherals and general office equipment for extended durations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Primarily office-based, with varying temperatures and extended screen time. Periodic outdoor working environments with exposure to variant weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, etc.) and muddy ground conditions, as well as uneven terrain.

• Health
  • 100% Employee and 80% Dependent Premium paid
  • Platinum Plus grade plan w/$0 Deductible and Low Out of Pocket Max
• Dental – 100% Employee and Family Level Premium paid
• Employer paid Short Term Disability
• Employer paid Long Term Disability benefit
• Voluntary Vision Plan - optional
• FSA Account - optional
• HSA Account - with HDHP
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match contributions.
• $25,000.00 Employer paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance - additional voluntary options as well

To Apply

Apply online at https://www.fioreandsons.com/careers

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fiore & Sons is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind. All employment decisions at Fiore & Sons are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race or ethnicity, color, religion or belief, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by the law. Applicants that require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should contact Human Resources at 303-429-8893.

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