Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Category: Construction Management
Employment Type: Permanent
Date Added: 02/02/2026
Estimator – Commercial Construction
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Experience Required: 3–10 Years
Salary Range: $90,000 – $120,000 annually (DOE)
Experience Required: 3–10 Years
Salary Range: $90,000 – $120,000 annually (DOE)
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Estimator to support commercial construction operations in the Colorado Springs area. The Estimator will work closely with pre-construction and project teams to develop accurate, competitive cost estimates for a variety of construction project types, including but not limited to:
- Commercial new construction and renovations
- Multifamily residential developments
- Education and healthcare facilities
- Tenant improvements and build-outs
- Mixed-use developments and adaptive reuse projects
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed cost estimates and quantity takeoffs for commercial construction projects
- Analyze plans, specifications, and project requirements to identify scope, risks, and cost drivers
- Solicit, evaluate, and compare subcontractor and supplier quotes
- Participate in budgeting, value engineering, and bid strategy development
- Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and design teams during pre-construction
- Maintain and update historical cost data, pricing databases, and estimate documentation
- Present and communicate estimates clearly to internal stakeholders and external clients
Required Qualifications
- 3–10 years of estimating experience in commercial construction (not limited to federal projects)
- Proficiency with takeoff and estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or equivalent)
- Strong understanding of construction means, methods, materials, and costs
- Solid Excel skills and familiarity with estimating workflows
- Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple estimates concurrently
Desired Skills (but not required)
- Experience with CMGC, design-build, and competitive bid estimating
- Understanding of local Colorado permitting, codes, and construction market conditions
- Familiarity with multifamily, tenant improvement, or education sector estimating
Benefits & Perks
- Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
- Voluntary life, disability, and accident coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid time off (vacation and sick leave)
- 401(k) with company match
- Long-term career growth opportunities on federal and nationwide projects