Estimator

Garney Construction; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan with a 3.5% match

Paid time off

8 paid holidays

Free life insurance and disability policy

Job summary

Garney Construction in Englewood, Colorado is seeking an Estimator to prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for water and wastewater treatment projects. The role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of relevant experience and proficiency in interpreting construction drawings. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including paid time off and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction estimating experience.
• Experience in reviewing take-off quantities for accuracy.
• Understanding of specifications and project site conditions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates.
• Review project documents and plans accurately.
• Analyze estimate data affecting costs of projects.

Skills

Construction estimating experience

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Proficiency in interpreting construction drawings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or business administration

Job description

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Preparing detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for water and wastewater treatment projects.
• Reviewing project documents, plans, specifications, and addenda completely and accurately.
• Analyzing and compiling estimate data that impacts the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location, and other factors.
• Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Soliciting and analyzing subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Developing and maintaining business relationships with small businesses, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Providing input on value engineering.
• Ability to provide conceptual estimates from limited information with assumptions and clarifications.
• Preparing contingency and risk analysis for the estimate and pre-review.
• Communicating estimate bid information to field operations at pre-construction meetings to ensure understanding of the scope of the job and critical means and methods of construction.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• 2+ years of construction estimating experience.
• Preferred but not required: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, business administration, or equivalent work experience.
• Proficiency in interpreting construction drawings and understanding specifications.
• Must be able to review take-off quantities to ensure accuracy of data used in estimates and review drawings, specifications, and proposed project site conditions.
• Motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills and experience working in collaborative environments.

LET'S TALK THE PERKS!

• Salary Range—$75,000–$90,000.
• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans (no premiums).
• Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay.
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting on your first day.
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match.
• Student loan resources.
• Weekly paychecks.
• Paid time off.
• 8 paid holidays.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions.
• Free life insurance and disability policy.
• Free access to healthcare coordinators.
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost.
• Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost.
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more.
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store.

Garney and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney is a background screening, drug‑free workplace.