Senior Construction Estimator: Drive Profitable Projects

Installed Building Products; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(K) with company matching

Paid vacation and holidays

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Job summary

Installed Building Products in Colorado Springs is searching for a skilled Project Estimator with over 7 years of construction experience. Responsibilities include estimating new projects, managing awarded contracts to ensure profitability, and maintaining customer relationships. Candidates should possess a valid driver's license, outstanding communication skills, and a detail-oriented mindset. Benefits include medical coverage, a 401(k) plan with matching, and opportunities for growth and advancement.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of increasing responsibility in construction preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to pass a national background check and motor vehicle report.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Estimate and procure new projects with detailed cost estimates.
• Manage awarded projects to meet profitability goals.
• Communicate clearly with teams to ensure smooth project execution.

Skills

Strong leadership and communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to read and analyze blueprints

Proficiency in estimating software

7+ years in construction

Knowledge of metal framing, drywall, and acoustical systems

Education

Education or training in construction or estimating

Job description

Pay Range: $75,000-$100,000

Compensation is competitive and based on experience and demonstrated ability.

We are looking for someone who is highly

Pay Range: $75,000-$100,000

Compensation is competitive and based on experience and demonstrated ability.

We are looking for someone who is highly organized, experienced, and self‑driven—someone who can independently identify and procure new project opportunities while also providing accurate estimates for both new work and ongoing project changes. This person should be confident operating with autonomy, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations, and understanding that compensation will be based on experience and demonstrated ability.

Key Responsibilities

• Estimate and procure new projects, including detailed cost estimates and clear written proposals.
• Manage aspects of awarded projects to ensure profitability goals are met.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through meetings, calls, and email communication.
• Define, track, and manage project scope and budget.
• Support employee development and contribute to organizational growth.
  
  

Operations

• Perform accurate quantity and cost takeoffs for framing, drywall, acoustical ceilings, and related systems.
• Organize plans, specifications, and bid documents.
• Maintain a detailed log of bids, pricing, and project updates.
• Coordinate awarded projects with the Project Manager.
• Communicate scope and production requirements clearly to field and office teams.
• Maintain strong customer communication to ensure smooth project execution.
• Price scopes for new and ongoing projects to maintain profitability.
• Update cost projections and monitor project status, challenges, and needs.
• Establish pricing for scope changes and communicate impacts promptly to customers.
• Follow up on change orders, invoices, and payments to support positive cash flow.
  
  

Qualifications

• 7+ years of increasing responsibility in construction preferred.
• Knowledge of metal framing, drywall, and acoustical systems strongly preferred.
• Education or training in construction or estimating is a plus.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to pass a national background check and motor vehicle report.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Motivated, independent thinker with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to read and analyze blueprints.
• Strong computer skills; experience with estimating software preferred.
  
  

Physical Demands

This role primarily involves office‑based work, including extended periods of sitting, working at a computer, reviewing digital and printed construction documents, and participating in meetings. The position may occasionally require standing, walking through job sites, climbing stairs or ladders, and navigating uneven surfaces to review project conditions. The employee must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds on occasion, such as when transporting plans or materials. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Supplemental Insurance (Short- and Long-Term disability, hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness, supplemental life insurance)
• Company Life Insurance
• 401(K) (Pre-Tax and Post-Tax) Roth 401(k) with company matching
• Longevity Stock Program
• IBP Foundation
• Scholarship opportunities
• Employee Financial Assistance Program
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
  
  

GCP is a proud member of the Installed Building Products (IBP) family of companies. We take great pride in our commitment to delivering exceptional customer service, which has contributed to our high customer satisfaction ratings. This success is a direct result of our dedication to quality work and dependability. We are always looking for hard-working individuals who share our mission of helping our customers and contributing to the continued success of Builders. Our people are our most valuable asset, and if you consider yourself a leader in this industry, we want to hear from you.

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EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veterans.