Project Estimator – Commercial Construction in Castle Rock, Colorado at Owen-Ames-Kimball

Job Overview:

• Company: Owen-Ames-Kimball.

• Salary/Pay Rate: $70,000 to $90,000 per year plus Profit Sharing.

• Location: Castle Rock, CO.

• Job/Employment Type: Full Time.

• Schedule: Monday - Friday.

• Project Scope: Commercial.

• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: None Required.

You will play a vital role in the preconstruction phase, transforming blueprints into accurate financial roadmaps for major commercial builds. This is a chance to join a company with a long-standing history of success where your ambition and eagerness to learn are met with dedicated mentorship. You will contribute to a culture that values every employee and stays true to core values in every project.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys numbers, construction details, problem-solving, and working with a team that values accountability, transparency, and doing the right thing.

• Analyze project drawings and specifications to identify the full scope of work and potential cost drivers.

• Develop detailed quantity takeoffs and conceptual cost models using industry-standard software.

• Coordinate subcontractor outreach by managing invitations to bid and evaluating incoming proposals for accuracy.

• Collaborate with design partners and operations teams to resolve technical discrepancies and suggest value engineering.

• Maintain meticulous records of historical cost data to improve the accuracy of future project bids.

• Support the final handoff process to project teams, ensuring they have the clear documentation needed for field success.

• 13+ years of relevant experience in construction, estimating, preconstruction, or a related role.

• Experience or exposure to commercial construction projects.

• Bachelors Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.

• Proficient in reading and interpreting commercial construction drawings and technical specifications.

• Strong numerical reasoning and analytical skills for complex cost modeling.

• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and digital takeoff tools.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to work with internal teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and design partners.

• Experience with specialized software such as On Center On-Screen Takeoff, ProCore, or Bluebeam.

• Basic knowledge of commercial building systems, materials, and local market conditions.

• Demonstrated ability to manage tight deadlines and adapt to evolving design documents.

• Competitive bi-weekly pay cycle with annual profit-sharing opportunities.

• Comprehensive health benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Life/Disability insurance options.

• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) for long-term financial growth.

• Generous Paid Time Off covering holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

• Paid parental leave for both maternity and paternity needs.

• Access to safety equipment and professional training, including OSHA and mentor programs.

• Referral bonus program and regular company events.

Owen-Ames-Kimball is a premier general construction firm specialized in commercial projects, known for a great reputation and a personal sense of responsibility. We choose what is right every time and foster a "can-do" attitude among our team members. We are dedicated to building the best experience for our clients and our employees alike.

Learn more at www.owen-ames-kimball.com/.

Owen-Ames-Kimball is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.