Senior Estimator - Denver

Excellent opportunity to work for one of Denver area's premier General Contractors! This reputable company boasts a positive company culture, an excellent work/life balance, and a strong pipeline of diverse projects. They are looking to add an Estimator to their pre-construction team and handle the bid packages and cost estimation for their robust commercial project pipeline.

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Client Details

Our client is a well establishled local firm that specializes in complex commercial builds. Employee satisfaction is one of their top priorities, so they offer great benefits, compensation packages, and a variety of other perks. If you are looking to join a successful company, with strong values and a collaborative work environment, this is a great opportunity for you!

• Project Portfolio: (ground up & interior build-outs) Commercial, Civic, Education, Retail, Healthcare, Industrial, Religious, and hospitality projects.
• Project Values: $10M - $50M ground up
• Revenue: Yearly Revenue $200M+
• Strong Compensation and Benefits Package (with bonus)
• They have implemented a strong push for diversity and inclusion and have established a great culture of employees

Description

• Lead the estimating process for complex commercial projects, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with company goals.
• Oversee and manage all project documentation, guaranteeing schedules and budgets are maintained while monitoring costs at a strategic level.
• Direct the preparation and review of as-built drawings, warranties, certificates of occupancy, and lien releases, ensuring completeness and compliance.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules and timelines, allocating resources effectively to meet deadlines.
• Build and nurture key relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, supporting long-term business growth.
• Analyze historical data and trends to improve estimating accuracy and reduce variances between estimates and actual costs.
• Lead the process of obtaining, evaluating, and negotiating subcontractor bids, ensuring competitive pricing and quality.
• Prepare and present comprehensive estimate packages, highlighting assumptions, gaps, and risk factors for executive review.
• Ensure estimates meet the requirements of multiple delivery systems, and collaborate closely with project management teams for alignment.
• Provide guidance during post-bid buyouts, assisting in finalizing scopes and budgets.
• Represent the company in pre-bid meetings and presentations, strengthening relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Mentor junior estimators, providing training and oversight to maintain consistency and accuracy across the estimating team.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field strongly preferred.
• 8-10+ years of commercial construction estimating experience, with a proven ability to lead complex bids and mentor junior estimators.
• Extensive experience with conceptual estimating, including early-stage budgeting and feasibility analysis.
• Strong knowledge of ground-up construction projects, from preconstruction through delivery.
• Advanced proficiency in estimating software and tools, with the ability to implement best practices and improve processes.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze historical data and market trends to enhance accuracy and competitiveness.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of building strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• A track record of strategic thinking and leadership, contributing to company growth and profitability.

Job Offer

• A competitive base salary between $120,000-$150,000 (Depending on Experience)
• Annual bonus, project/profit based
• Medical insurance including dental and vision (100% coverage for individual and dependents)
• Generous 401K structure
• Company profit sharing
• Robust career advancement opportunity
• Strong training programs
• 25 PTO Days
• Company wide events
• Maternity/Paternity leave available

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