Senior Estimator

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Company: Western States Reclamation, Inc

Location: Frederick, CO 80530

Description:

Job description

Join Western States Reclamation (WSR), a purpose-driven construction company dedicated to creating sustainable and resilient landscapes, and be a part of our journey to restore natural resources for a better future. With over 40 years of experience and guided by our core values of quality, safety, and integrity, we are expanding our services into civil construction (earthwork, utilities, and concrete). We are looking for a skilled Civil Estimator to help shape the future of this growing business segment.

In this role, you will use your expertise to accurately estimate civil construction project costs, develop competitive bids, and work closely with senior management to establish WSRI's reputation in the civil construction market. As a key player in our company's expansion, your proactive, innovative, and self-motivated approach will be invaluable in identifying new opportunities and providing insights for developing novel construction methodologies.

Responsibilities:
  • Analyze construction project plans, specifications, and requirements to estimate costs accurately
  • Develop and submit competitive bids and cost estimates
  • Perform takeoffs and negotiate material quotes to enhance margins and competitiveness
  • Maintain resource information related to products, vendors, subcontractors, and government requirements
  • Collaborate with Finance to analyze completed project budgets and implement cost-saving measures
  • Analyze bids to improve future projects and company performance
  • Provide engineering and estimating support on awarded contracts, including change orders and material procurement
  • Prepare prequalification(s) and bid packages, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Work closely with project managers to ensure project budgets and timelines are achievable
  • Contribute to the development of bidding strategies and civil construction capabilities
  • Identify new business opportunities and insights for developing new construction methodologies

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as an estimator in civil construction
  • Knowledge of construction materials, conversion factors, and unit weights
  • Familiarity with Bid2Win Software (or comparable), Bluebeam, and AGTEK
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction estimating software
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Self-motivated, innovative, and able to work in a team environment

Job Opportunity:

WSR offers a competitive salary ($100,000 - $130,000 per year) and benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. As part of our dynamic and growing team, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of our civil construction department by developing and implementing new ideas, methodologies, and strategies.

Don't miss this chance to contribute to our expanding operations and make a lasting impact in the civil construction industry. Apply now and join the WSR team!

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday

Experience:
  • Construction estimating (Required)

Work Location: In person

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