Junior Estimator — Growth in Civil Construction

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Vacation Pay

Holiday Pay

401k matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Ralph L Wadsworth is seeking a JR Estimator to join our team promptly. You will collaborate with Sr Estimator, Project Owners, Vendors, Subcontractors, Project Managers, Accounting, and the Chief Estimator to prepare detailed estimates for civil construction projects.

Qualifications include a Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree, multiple internships (heavy civil/road), and strong communication and presentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from four‑year college, technical school or university in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• 1–2 internships in heavy civil, commercial building, or road construction.
• 1–2 internships with sub‑contractors.
• 1–2 college estimating courses or estimating internship.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent communication to others outside the company; past similar work preferred.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to ask follow-up questions to gather accurate information.
• Knowledge of fractions, percentages, ratios, and geometric formulas for take‑offs.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Review proposal specifications and drawings; attend pre‑bid meetings to determine scope and contents of estimate.
• Prepare estimates by calculating quantity take‑offs, material prices, labor costs per man‑hour, and equipment costs for the full scope.
• Research historical data and compile reports to guide future estimates.
• Incorporate historical data into unit and man‑hour figures.
• Develop bid package estimate documents.
• Maintain backup files with current supplier prices and data.
• Review design options and recommend best solution based on cost and materials.
• Follow awarded contracts; may estimate extra work, change orders, or procure materials.
• Involved with takeoffs and project engineer responsibilities.

Skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Detail oriented

Estimating

Takeoffs

Civil Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Ralph L Wadsworth is seeking a JR Estimator to join our team promptly. You will collaborate with Sr Estimator, Project Owners, Vendors, Subcontractors, Project Managers, Accounting, and the Chief Estimator to prepare detailed estimates for civil construction projects.

Qualifications include a Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree, multiple internships (heavy civil/road), and strong communication and presentation skills.