Civil Construction Estimator (Denver)
Fiore & Sons, Inc. is an employee-owned (ESOP) civil construction company with over 70 years of experience serving Colorado and the surrounding states. As an industry leader known for innovation, environmental stewardship, and a people-first culture, we believe in sharing success with our team. We offer stability, career growth, and exceptional benefits, including 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums. At Fiore, every team member is valued, respected, and empowered to make an impact. Build your future with Fiore! The Estimator plays a key role in the preconstruction phase by preparing accurate and detailed cost estimates for civil construction projects. This position is responsible for reviewing construction documents, analyzing scopes of work, conducting quantity takeoffs, and coordinating with suppliers and subcontractors to develop complete and competitive proposals. The Estimator works closely with clients and internal teams to ensure estimates align with project requirements, historical data, and company goals. Success in this role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. We're seeking an estimator who understands the complexities of competitive public infrastructure bidding—from interpreting agency specifications and developing production-based estimates to delivering competitive, technically sound proposals for heavy civil construction projects. TOTAL COMPENSATION $87,700.00 to $193,500.00 Actual compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Prepares complete cost estimates for public infrastructure projects including roads, bridges, utilities, earthwork, concrete, and drainage. Identify the primary cost drivers and develop estimating strategies that maximize competitiveness while protecting project profitability. Analyzes project risks, constructability, staging, traffic control, and schedule impacts during the estimating process. Leverages curiosity, customer service, expertise, and innovation to understand the ins and outs of proposal requests by reviewing construction documents and drawings, scope of work, job walks, and discussions with the client. Builds and maintains strong relationships with customers throughout the bidding process. Prepares estimates on large and complex projects by calculating a complete quantity takeoff of the scope of work, and assures estimates are accurate and in line with customer needs, expected unit cost history, and profit margins. Manages all aspects of the bidding process on estimates. Prepares detailed proposal specifications and schedule, and coordinates concept drawings that accurately portray the scope of work and requirements of the project for presentation to the owner. Uses knowledge, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills to solicit quotes from suppliers and subcontractors, and organizes, reviews, and completes detailed scopes of work and cost comparisons for each. Assesses problem situations to identify causes, gathers and processes relevant information, generates possible solutions, and makes recommendations and/or resolves the problem. Effectively prioritizes projects, needs, and work requests. Maintains files of documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on unit prices from suppliers. Acts with integrity and in a manner that shows support for the company, its values, and its employees, while maintaining constant focus on meeting and exceeding customer requirements and expectations. Exhibits ongoing commitment to quality by evaluating project-related processes and making necessary changes, using customer input to make improvements, and meeting/exceeding internal and external customer expectations. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Required Demonstrated experience bidding projects for agencies such as: State Departments of Transportation (DOT) Cities and municipalities Counties Water and sanitation districts Airport authorities Federal agencies (USACE, FHWA, etc.) Knowledge of public contracting requirements including: Bid forms Addenda Davis-Bacon (where applicable) Buy America/Buy Build America requirements DBE/MBE/WBE participation goals Prevailing wage requirements Experience estimating self-performed earthwork, underground utilities, paving, concrete, grading, and drainage work. Ability to interpret civil construction drawings, specifications, geotechnical reports, and utility plans. Demonstrated understanding of CPM scheduling principles and their impact on estimating and project execution. Ability to interpret and evaluate baseline schedules, milestone requirements, and critical path activities and an understanding of schedule-driven cost impacts including crew productivity, equipment utilization, temporary works, traffic control, and seasonal/weather considerations. Experience developing or supporting conceptual schedules for competitive public infrastructure bids. Familiarity with scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project is preferred. Problem solving skills with the ability to assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem. Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, grammatical, and prioritization/time-management skills, with the ability to make sound decisions under tight deadlines. Ability to do moderate math equations, understand financial concepts, and interpret computerized cost data and systems, engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, and other construction documents. Strong understanding of unit-price, lumpsum, and CM/GC procurement methods. Ability to work independently while also possessing a strong team orientation, positive attitude, and excellent customer service skills. Knowledge of B2W Estimate and AGTEK software as well as proficiency using Word, Excel, Outlook and Microsoft Project. Ability to maintain a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) in accordance with Company standards and insurance requirements. Must demonstrate the physical capability and functional ability to safely perform the essential functions of the role, including passing applicable physical and abilities assessments. Preferred 5 years’ experience in an estimating role with projects that include at least some of the following: Sitework and Finish Grading; Demolition & Environmental; Site Utilities; Overlot Grading; Trucking; and/or Recycling. Familiarity with Colorado public agencies including CDOT , local municipalities, and Front Range utility providers. Deep Understanding of traffic control, erosion control, MOT phasing, and environmental compliance. Experience developing equipment spreads, production-based estimates, and schedule-driven pricing. Knowledge of bid tab analysis and historical production databases. Ability to mentor junior estimators and contribute to estimating process improvements. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Primary functions require the physical ability and mobility to work in an office and stand or sit for prolonged periods of time. Occasional bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry or push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight not to exceed 30 pounds. Some outdoor activity to support field activities is expected; ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time on various terrain, including slopes and uneven ground. The position requires the operation of office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office environment in office setting, with varying temperatures and extended screen time. We Offer an Outstanding Benefit Package: Health – 100% Employee and 80% Dependent Premium paid Platinum Plus grade plan w/$0 Deductible and Low Out of Pocket Max Dental – 100% Employee and Family Level Premium paid Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Employer paid Short- & Long-Term Disability Voluntary Vision Plan paired with Hearing Care Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Limited Medical Gap Plans - optional Identity Protection and Pet Insurance - optional Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Limited Medical Gap Plans - optional Identity Protection and Pet Insurance - optional FSA Account - optional HSA Account - with HDHP Paid Holidays, Vacation, & Wellness Time Off 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match contributions. $25,000.00 Employer paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance – with additional voluntary options Extensive safety reward program Application Instructions To be considered for this position, applicants must submit an application through Fiore & Sons’ official application process at www.fioreandsons.com/careers. Equal Opportunity Employer Fiore & Sons is an Equal Opportunity a
