Construction Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Construction Estimator (0-5 years)

On‑Site - Englewood, CO

A family‑oriented commercial construction and development group is seeking a Construction Estimator to support ground‑up builds, renovations, and tenant improvement projects. Candidates with 0–5 years of experience, including entry‑level, are welcome to apply. This is a fully on‑site role focused on collaboration, integrity, and hands‑on learning.

Role Overview

The Estimator supports quantity takeoffs, pricing, bid preparation, and construction document review. You’ll work closely with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and leadership in a culture grounded in honesty, teamwork, and proactive problem‑solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Quantity Takeoffs — Support material counts, measurements, and scope breakdowns for commercial projects.
• Bid Preparation — Assist with hard‑bid and negotiated proposals, gather subcontractor pricing, and organize bid documents.
• Plan Reading — Review drawings and specifications to understand scope, trades, and project requirements.
• Subcontractor Outreach — Request quotes, track responses, and help evaluate proposals.
• Team Collaboration — Work closely with internal teams to support estimating and project handoff.
• Software Use — Use Excel‑based templates, Bluebeam, BuildingConnected, and On‑Screen Takeoff (OST).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, or related field preferred.
• 0-5 years of experience (Internship, co‑op, or previous estimating experience)
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and willingness to learn.
• Interest in commercial construction and how buildings come together.

Preferred Backgrounds

• General contractors
• Concrete, civil, or specialty subcontractors
• Construction management or development organizations

What Makes Someone Successful Here

• Strong work ethic and initiative
• Positive, team‑first attitude
• High integrity and professionalism
• Adaptability and openness to new ideas
• Ability to perform well during both slow and high‑volume periods
• Resourceful problem‑solving and eagerness to grow

Perks & Benefits

• Vehicle reimbursement + gas card
• Phone and laptop provided
• PTO up to 31 days accrued with tenure
• 401(k) with automatic full vesting and up to 5% match
• Strong work‑life balance
• Small, family‑oriented culture built on honesty and integrity

Work Environment

• Fully on‑site in Englewood, CO
• Highly collaborative, face‑to‑face environment
• Mix of negotiated and hard‑bid work
• Integrity‑driven culture with long‑term relationships and strong moral values

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Englewood, CO.

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability coverage (effective the month following hire)401(k) with up to 4% company matchPTO starts at 10 days and increases with tenure (up to 31 days)9 paid holidaysExtended Illness Bank: 6 additional days per year (up to 60 days) for extended illness, surgery, hospitalization, or bereavementSection 125 pre-tax flexible spending planTuition reimbursement for eligible work-related courses

This is a fully onsite position in Englewood,CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 2026.

About Actalent

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

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