Senior Construction Estimator - Cost & Scope Expert

Jobtailor; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator in Colorado to lead costing efforts for current and future projects. You will analyze blueprints, prepare time, material, and labor estimates, and collaborate with engineers and subcontractors to refine costs.

The role requires 5+ years in construction estimating, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and familiarity with industry software like Accubid and Bluebeam. Remote work is not indicated; on-site collaboration is expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years related experience in the construction estimating field.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• B.S. in engineering or construction-related field desirable.
• Knowledge of construction contract documentation.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and city regulations and guidelines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Familiarity with Accubid, Bluebeam, QuickPen, ProCore and other construction programs.
• Familiarity with project management/document control software.
• Familiarity with construction/financial software packages.

Responsibilities

• Collect historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products.
• Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments, or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Prepare estimates used by management for planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
• Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes to cost estimates.
• Review contract and bid documents; understand scope for project turnover.
• Attend walk-throughs, pre-bid and scope clarification meetings.
• Quantitative take-off and computer entry.
• Prepare scope letters and proposals.

Skills

Estimating experience

Construction industry experience

Piping

Sheet metal

Plumbing

Education

B.S. in engineering or construction field desirable

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Accubid

Bluebeam

QuickPen

ProCore

Project management software

Job description

• Collect historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products
• Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments, or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
• Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work
• Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates
• Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
• Review contract and bid documents; review and understand scope for project turnover
• Attend walk-throughs, pre-bid and scope clarification meetings
• Quantitative take-off and computer entry
• Prepare scope letters and proposals

Requirements

• 5+ years related experience in the construction industry, piping, sheet metal and plumbing estimating, preferred
• High School diploma or GED required
• Bachelor of Science in engineering or construction related field desirable
• Knowledge of the construction contract documentation
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and city regulations and guidelines
• Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word and Excel)
• Familiarity with Accubid, Bluebeam, Quick Pen, ProCore and other mechanical, technical, or construction programs
• Familiarity with project management/document control software
• Familiarity with construction/financial software packages

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Hard Skills

• Cost Estimation
• Blueprint Analysis
• Quantitative Take-Off
• Construction Estimating
• Project Management

Soft Skills

• Client Consultation
• Issue Resolution
• Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• GED
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Construction Related Field