Estimator

US Lawns; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Disability Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Job summary

Martin-Harris Construction seeks an experienced Estimator to lead the bid process for commercial projects. You’ll develop competitive strategies, price work, and coordinate with operations to deliver strong proposals.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of commercial estimating, familiarity with Timberline, OST, and MS Office, and the ability to lead bid efforts for public/private clients. This role may involve onsite work on active projects.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience as an estimator in Commercial Construction.
• Experience with projects over $5 Million.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, procedures, technology, and programs within the construction field.
• Creativity and innovation to out plan the competition.
• Ability to lead an estimate and take full charge of a Public Works or Private Client bid.
• Strategic and innovative methods to obtain sub coverage for bids, especially in new geographic areas.
• Experience with self-performance of concrete and carpentry highly desired.
• Proficient in Timberline, OST, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• May be required to work onsite of an active construction project that entails a job trailer setting and typical noises from an active construction project.

Responsibilities

• Reads and outlines project specifications.
• Discusses and establishes bid strategies, concerns, and advantages.
• Defines major or priority subcontractors.
• Directs Estimating Administrators for pricing/bid solicitation and coordination using SmartBid.
• Establishes, writes, and reviews work scopes for subcontractors.
• Conducts pre-bid meetings with Operations personnel and Subcontractors.
• Assists operations staff on project logistics, staging, phasing plans, and coordination.
• Sets up Bid Day Summaries and General Requirements bid spreadsheets or conceptual spreadsheets to complete a bid.
• Accurately takes off as required for CSI Divisions 1-46.
• Prices items of self-performed and subcontracted work on a unit-priced basis.
• Utilizes Subcontractor and Field production data to establish database pricing.
• Improves existing subcontractor relationships and gets to know the subcontractor.
• Monitors coverage with the plans coordinators and solicits new subcontractors to bid.
• Reviews and executes bid forms, bid bonds, etc., on bid projects.
• Reviews estimates for accuracy, constructibility, and risks.
• Relies on judgment and experience to plan and establish deadlines.
• Assists Estimating Department as needed to facilitate teamwork.

Skills

Estimating

Bid strategies

Subcontractor relations

Project coordination

Leadership

Tools

Timberline

OST

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Build More Than Projects. Build Your Future.

Since 1976, Martin-Harris Construction (MHC) has grown into Nevada’s largest general contractor, delivering impactful projects across the Southwest from our offices in Las Vegas, Reno, and Denver. But what truly defines us isn’t just what we build — it’s how we build it, and who we build it with.

At Martin-Harris, you’ll be part of a team that takes pride in doing things the right way. Our work spans a wide range of industries and project types — from fast-moving tenant improvements to complex, large-scale ground-up developments exceeding $100M. With expertise across all delivery methods and in-house self-perform capabilities, we’re equipped to take on challenges of any size — while giving our teams the opportunity to do meaningful, career-defining work.

We are a relationship-driven company, grounded in core values of integrity, accountability, respect, teamwork, and shared success. These values aren’t just words — they shape how we lead, how we collaborate, and how we support one another. Here, your contributions matter, your ideas are valued, and your growth is a priority.

Whether you’re early in your career or looking for your next step, Martin‑Harris offers the opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact alongside a team that’s committed to excellence.

If you’re driven, motivated, and ready to be part of something bigger—we’d like to meet you.

Job Description

We're seeking an experienced Estimator to play a key role in pursuing and winning commercial construction projects. In this position, you'll lead the estimating process, develop competitive bid strategies, build and maintain strong subcontractor relationships, and collaborate with operations teams to deliver successful proposals. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven professional who enjoys taking ownership, thinking strategically, and making a direct impact on project success.

Responsibilities

• Reads and outlines project specifications
• Discusses and establishes bid strategies, concerns, and advantages
• Defines major or priority subcontractors
• Directs Estimating Administrators for vendor/subcontractor pricing/bid solicitation and coordination using SmartBid
• Establishes, writes, and reviews work scopes for subcontractors
• Conducts pre-bid meetings with MHC Operations personnel and Subcontractors as needed
• Assists operations staff on project logistics, staging, phasing plans, and coordination
• Sets up Bid Day Summaries and General Requirements bid spreadsheets or conceptual spreadsheets to complete a bid
• Accurately takes off as required for CSI Divisions 1-46
• Prices items of both self-performed and subcontracted work on a unit-priced basis
• Utilizes Subcontractor and Field production Data to establish database pricing
• Improves existing subcontractor relationships and gets to know the subcontractor
• Monitors coverage with the plans coordinators and solicits new subcontractors to bid
• Reviews and executes bid forms, bid bonds, etc., on bid projects
• Reviews estimates for accuracy, constructibility, and risks
• Relies on judgment and experience to plan and establish deadlines
• Assists Estimating Department as needed to facilitate teamwork
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• At least five (5) years of experience as an estimator in Commercial Construction
• Experience with projects over $5 Million
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, procedures, technology, and programs within the construction field
• A certain degree of creativity and innovation is required to out plan the competition
• Must be able to lead an estimate and take full chargeof a Public Works or Private Client bid
• Must be able to use strategic and innovative methods to obtain sub coverage for bids, especially in new geographic areas
• Experience with self-performance of concrete and carpentry highly desired
• Proficient in Timberline, OST, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• May be required to work onsite of an active construction project that entails a job trailer setting and typical noises from an active construction project

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance

Additional Job Information

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Martin-Harris is a zero tolerance and drug-free environment.

Associates may be required work onsite of an active construction project that entails a job trailer setting and typical noises from an active construction project.