Civil Estimator

Experience Experience: Senior Level Salary: $125,000 - $150,000 per year Job Details We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Senior Civil Estimator for one of our clients in Denver. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a team that contributes to the growth and success of our company. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cost estimation, project planning, project bidding, and using estimating software. They will be responsible for reviewing plans, specifications, and project documents to identify critical details and risks affecting pricing. They will also be expected to mentor and collaborate with junior staff, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and teamwork. Responsibilities Utilize estimating software (InEight, Bid2Win, or similar) to develop detailed and accurate cost estimates for construction projects. Review plans, specifications, and project documents to identify critical details, risks, and opportunities that affect pricing. Develop accurate earthwork, structural, and plan takeoffs as required. Schedule and facilitate internal pricing review meetings, ensuring efficient discussions and timely decisions. Participate in project bidding, including preparation of bid documents and submission of bids. Mentor and collaborate with junior staff, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and teamwork. Continuously improve estimation processes and methodologies to ensure competitiveness and accuracy. Provide support to project managers and teams during project execution, including change order pricing and claims resolution. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (preferred). A minimum of 5 years of experience in civil estimation, preferably in the construction industry. Experience with estimating software (InEight, Bid2Win, or similar) is preferred. Proven ability to develop accurate earthwork, structural, and plan takeoffs. Experience in project bidding and cost estimation. Proficiency in reviewing plans, specifications, and project documents to identify critical details and risks. Strong ability to schedule and facilitate internal pricing review meetings. Demonstrated experience in mentoring and collaborating with junior staff. Familiarity with construction of roads or highways is an advantage. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Attention to detail and high level of accuracy. A bit about us: Our client is an experienced heavy civil contractor specializing in transportation infrastructure, utilities, waterways, and public works across Colorado. What began as a local concrete paving outfit has grown into a full-service team delivering complex roadways, bridges, and heavy highway projects with safety, quality, and teamwork at the core. We take pride in building essential infrastructure that strengthens communities and keeps projects on time and on budget. Why join us? We build the kind of projects that matter—roads, bridges, and infrastructure that keep communities moving. Our team works on challenging, high-impact heavy civil projects across Colorado, with steady work and a strong pipeline. We believe in taking care of our people by promoting from within, investing in safety and training, and fostering a team culture built on respect and accountability. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals who take pride in doing things the right way, not the easy way. If you’re looking for long-term stability, career growth, and the opportunity to be part of meaningful infrastructure work, this is the place to build your future. #construction #project-planning #cost-estimation #project-bidding #roads-or-highways #heavy-civil-construction-estimating #8-years-of-estimating-experience-in-heavy-civil-construction-roads-utilities-bridges-structures #experience-with-estimating-software-ineight-bid2win-or-similar-preferred #review-plans-specifications-and-project-documents-to-identify-critical-details-and-risks-affecting-pricing #schedule-and-facilitate-internal-pricing-review-meetings-ensuring-efficient-discussions-and-timely-decisions #mentor-and-collaborate-with-junior-staff-fostering-a-culture-of-accuracy-accountability-and-teamwork #bachelors-degree-in-construction-management-civil-engineering-or-related-field-preferred #develop-accurate-earthwork-structural-and-plan-takeoffs-as-required #tier6 You can review the privacy policies here #J-18808-Ljbffr