Junior Cost Estimator

Waremalcomb; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ware Malcomb is seeking a Junior Cost Estimator to support NA construction estimating efforts. You will work with internal teams and external partners to evaluate pricing, analyze scope, and ensure accurate cost information across project phases.

You will collaborate with senior estimators on a range of commercial projects, using BIM for quantity take-off and leveraging estimating software to prepare bid analyses. This long-term, full-time role offers growth within a dynamic design firm.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field.
• 2+ years as Junior Estimator or Project Engineer for commercial construction.
• Experience with large commercial and industrial projects.
• Proficient in reading construction documents and estimating processes.
• Familiarity with BIM for quantity take-off.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate bid process.
• Quantity take-off and data input into estimating software.
• Change Order review and bid tabulation/bid leveling.
• Evaluate subcontractor input for scope/cost inclusion and coordinate with team.
• Verify pricing reflects current data and recent bids or budgets.
• Prepare variance analyses to explain project variances to stakeholders.
• Actively participate in estimate and proposal review meetings with architects, engineers, contractors, and owners.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management / related field

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Procore

Job description

Are you ready to join a growth-oriented team where creativity meets innovation? At Ware Malcomb, we are a dynamic and forward-thinking design firm committed to pushing the boundaries. Our team-oriented, collaborative approach ensures that every project is a blend of visionary design, seamless project delivery, and we are actively engaged with both the community and the industry. Discover our vibrant culture to get an inside look into life at Ware Malcomb and the programs we offer. https://waremalcomb.com/life-at-ware-malcomb/

As a Junior Cost Estimator at Ware Malcomb, you will support construction estimating efforts for projects across North America. You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to evaluate pricing, analyze scope, and ensure accurate, well-aligned cost information throughout each project phase. You will collaborate with our team of experienced cost estimators while gaining exposure to a wide range of project types and markets.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate bid process.
• Quantity take-off and data input into estimating software.
• Change Order review.
• Bid tabulation and bid leveling.
• Perform archive filing and historical cost data gathering.
• Responsible for evaluating GC estimates and proposals.
• Evaluate subcontractor input for scope/cost inclusion. Identify scope gaps and overlaps and coordinate with other staff managing trades.
• Verify pricing within the estimate or proposal is complete and accurate, reflecting recent pricing data, subcontractor bids or budgets.
• Actively participate in estimate and proposal review meetings with architects, engineers, contractors, and owners and incorporate comments, feedback, and input into revised estimates or proposals.
• Prepare comparison analysis to previous estimates or previous projects and develop a clear and concise message to explain the variances for each of the project stakeholders.
• Provide variance reports for each milestone estimate to communicate scope development.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Construction or similar.
• Preferred two or more years as a Junior Estimator or Project Engineer for commercial construction projects.
• Experience with large commercial and industrial projects.
• Experience with full project scoping, estimating, and bidding on civil, structural/envelope, finishes, MEP/FP, building equipment and specialties.
• Knowledge of general construction practices for commercial and civil projects, means and methods, standard industry practices.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction documents.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite and estimating software. Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud, Procore, or estimating programs is a plus.
• Ability to collaborate, communicate efficiently, and function well within a team-oriented environment including internal staff, consultant teams, client representatives, contractors, and jurisdictional representatives.
• Ability to work concurrently on different projects in varying phases of development and meet established deadlines.
• 2+ years Construction Project Management experience in the office or field.
• Experience with both bid projects and private developer driven projects.
• Utilize Building Information Models (BIM) for quantity take-off and visualization where possible to support verification of a complete estimate.
• Productive relationships with construction industry partners and contracting community or ability to develop and/or expand relationships in local and national markets.

This is a full-time, long-term position.