Estimator

Harrison Contracting Co., Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrison Contracting Company (HCC) is seeking an Estimator to join our New Construction team. This role helps identify, price, and secure commercial construction opportunities from bidding through turnover.

The Estimator will review plans, prepare estimates, perform quantity takeoffs, evaluate labor and material needs, and collaborate with customers, vendors, and HCC teams to win bids.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of construction estimating or related experience.
• Experience reviewing construction plans and specifications.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop accurate project estimates.
• Analyze labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor pricing, production rates, and other project costs.
• Manage bid deadlines, revisions, addenda, RFIs, and follow-up activities.
• Prepare proposal scopes, inclusions, exclusions, clarifications, alternates, and pricing.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, project reviews, and project turnover meetings.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with customers, general contractors, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate estimating records, bid information, and project documentation.

Skills

Estimating

Excel

Blueprint reading

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Problem solving

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

AS/BS in Construction

Tools

Digital takeoff

Estimating software

Job description

Harrison Contracting Company (HCC) is seeking an Estimator to join our New Construction team. This role plays an important part in helping HCC identify, price, and secure commercial construction opportunities.

The Estimator will review project plans and specifications, prepare accurate and competitive estimates, perform quantity takeoffs, evaluate labor and material needs, and work with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and HCC operations teams from the bidding stage through project turnover.

Key Responsibilities

• Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop accurate project estimates.
• Analyze labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor pricing, production rates, and other project costs.
• Manage bid deadlines, revisions, addenda, RFIs, and follow-up activities.
• Prepare proposal scopes, inclusions, exclusions, clarifications, alternates, and pricing.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, project reviews, and project turnover meetings.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with customers, general contractors, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate estimating records, bid information, and project documentation.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of construction estimating or comparable construction industry experience.
• Experience reviewing construction plans and specifications.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Preferred

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Experience in commercial painting, specialty contracting, or commercial construction.
• Experience with digital takeoff, estimating, bid management, or project management software.

What We Offer

At HCC, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to projects from the very beginning, work alongside experienced construction professionals, and help turn opportunities into successful projects. We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, pays attention to the details, builds strong relationships, and wants to grow with the company.