Estimator

Ironwomancon; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Generous Profit Sharing

401(k) with generous match

PTO Earnings

Employee Ownership

Job summary

Iron Woman Construction and Environmental Services LLC. is looking for an experienced Estimator to join our team in Centennial, Colorado. The Estimator will manage all aspects of developing cost estimates for large civil and utility projects, particularly within the Denver Metropolitan Area.

This role requires 2 to 5 years of estimating experience with civil construction projects valued over $2 million. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years’ experience in estimating civil construction and site development.
• Experience in estimating projects valued over $2 million.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Research and track new bidding opportunities.
• Review project plans to determine the scope.
• Engage in strategic alliances to develop bid strategies.
• Lead estimate procedures and manage bid submissions.
• Analyze design criteria for cost options.

Skills

Estimating civil construction

Underground utilities

Site development

Microsoft Office Suite

Bid2Win estimating software

Communication skills

Education

4-year engineering or construction degree

Tools

MS Project

Bluebeam

Job description

Iron Woman Construction and Environmental Services LLC. have an immediate opening for an experienced Estimator with a background in civil construction, focusing on Wet Utilities (Water, Sewer, Storm Sewer). The Estimator will be based in our Denver, Colorado (Centennial) office and manage all aspects of developing cost estimates for large civil and utility projects, centering around site development and municipal infrastructure projects throughout the Denver Metropolitan Area. As an estimator, you will also be involved in planning, development, negotiation, and contract execution of the projects.

Responsibilities

• Research and track new bidding opportunities within the company’s primary and secondary markets.
• Review project plans and specifications to determine the nature and scope of projects.
• Engage in strategic alliance with operations to develop win strategy and lead the bid team.
• Evaluate different owner contract delivery models, to identify how each impacts costs and resources (i.e., Preconstruction Services) and apply appropriate strategies.
• Lead the estimate procedure from strategy review through bid closing and submission.
• Work with the production team throughout preconstruction to review plans and specifications for constructability, identify opportunities for value‑engineered cost savings, competitive differentiation, and overall project understanding.
• Create, maintain, and manage the preconstruction and estimate schedule.
• Analyze design criteria and recommend best options based on cost, engineering quality, and material availability to quantify and mitigate risk.
• Perform timely and accurate project take‑offs.
• Perform thorough pre‑bid site investigations (visit sites), participate in pre‑proposal meetings, clarify scope, prepare RFIs, and fully understand site specifications.
• Utilize Bid2Win estimating software to build the project estimate.
• Utilize MS Project to prepare bid schedules to determine resource demands and project risks.
• Assemble the most accurate cost by assigning crews, productions, schedules, materials, and subcontracting opportunities using past experience and cost history.
• Formulate contingency plans and manage risks that might impact cost and time estimates.
• Coordinate bid communications with owner, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers on bid status.
• Perform subcontract and vendor proposal reviews to ensure all scope gaps are recognized and addressed.
• Identify, solicit, and obtain appropriate MWBE/DBE partners during bid process; ensure project goals are met.
• Assemble a complete and accurate bid package for review. Lead project bid review and ensure agreed changes are reflected in final estimate.
• Assist the Divisional Vice President, President, and CEO in establishing project margin.
• Manage final bid package through delivery and/or bid submission.
• Keep track of the latest estimating technology and industry techniques.
• Perform all duties while maintaining company values, ethics, and full compliance with company processes and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 to 5 years’ experience in estimating civil construction, underground utilities, site development.
• Minimum of 2 years in estimating positions on projects valued more than $2 million.
• 4‑year engineering or construction degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Bluebeam) and estimating software such as B2W.
• Highly productive and willing to manage a busy work schedule independently.
• Excellent communication, research, proposal writing, and oral presentation skills.
• Knowledge of construction production rates is helpful.
• Exceptional time management, multitasking, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to closely collaborate with other project teams and stakeholders.

Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package is provided to meet the needs of our employees at an affordable cost, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Generous Profit Sharing
• 401(k) with generous match
• PTO Earnings
• Employee Ownership

We offer competitive wages and benefits. Compensation is based on experience. This is a full‑time 40‑hour per week position.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non‑merit‑based factors.