Construction Project Estimator
Job Description
Only candidates located in the Denver area will be considered for this position.
We are looking for a high-caliber Construction Estimator to join our team. This is a strategic role designed for a Denver-area professional who has experience in commercial drywall and framing, with the local industry connections necessary to drive business growth.
As a remote-first position, you will have the autonomy to manage the pre-construction pipeline while leveraging your local network to secure new opportunities in the Front Range market.
Compensation:$60,000 - $150,000 yearly
Responsibilities:
- Cost Takeoffs & Bidding: Execute digital takeoffs and estimates for commercial drywall and metal stud framing using Stack Estimating Software.
- Business Development: Leverage existing relationships with Denver-based General Contractors and developers to identify upcoming projects and expand our local footprint.
- Bid Management: Manage the full bid lifecycle through BuildingConnected, ensuring timely submissions and active follow-up on outstanding proposals.
- Proposal Creation: Craft detailed, professional project proposals that clearly define scope, exclusions, and value-engineering options.
- Project Management Integration: Collaborate with field teams to ensure a seamless handoff from the estimating phase to project execution, providing oversight on cost controls and material procurement.
- Lead: Help train entry-level estimators in proper techniques to become more self-sufficient. Review their takeoff and estimates for accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
Qualifications:
- Three years of experience in the construction industry - project estimating or construction management is needed
- Requires critical thinking, analytical skills, and very strong math skills
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and construction estimating software
- Stellar communication, project management, and time-management skills are crucial
- Possess a Bachelors’ degree in civil engineering, construction management, accounting, or related field
Only candidates located in the Denver area will be considered for this position.
Required Skills & Experience
Denver Market Expertise: Extensive experience working within the Denver construction landscape, with a deep understanding of local labor rates, codes, and vendor pricing.
Technical Proficiency: Expert-level use of Stack Estimating Software.
Advanced proficiency in BuildingConnected for bid management.
Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Outlook, Teams, or Google Sheets and Google Meet).
Industry Knowledge: Proven track record in Commercial Drywall and Framing estimating for projects of varying scales.
Strategic Networking: A "growth mindset" with the ability to act as a brand ambassador to local GCs.
Autonomous Workflow: Ability to work effectively in a remote/home-office environment while maintaining high productivity and meeting strict bid deadlines.
About Company
Why DTP Construction? We're a fast-growing, family-owned construction company. $2M in revenue last year, $10m+ this year. This is an opportunity to be a foundational team member at a fast-growing company. You will be responsible for leading and making sure a $10m business runs smoothly.
