Estimator

Overview

Estimating and bidding construction projects, developing budgets and value engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• contractual exhibits
• value engineering
• bid schedules
• estimate review
• conceptual budgets
• client representation

Tasks

-Become a “subject matter expert” in Preconstruction Best Practices -Preparing contractual exhibits for scope of work for subcontractors -Developing and executing value engineering strategies -Creating bid schedules -Participate in the internal estimate review process and assist with final assembly of estimate presentation for Owner. -Represent Howell with Owner(s), Architects, Consultants, Vendors and Subcontractors in a courteous and professional way. -Build effective working relationships with clients and the Howell project team members. -Developing complete and accurate conceptual budgets based solely on a written narrative and/or concept plan.

Requirements

• pricing
• estimating
• ground‑up
• communication
• constructability
• bachelor's

What You Bring

-Pricing and bidding of construction projects with an ability to price alternative opportunities. -Experience with commercial, health care, advanced industries, corporate interiors projects, and public a plus -Preferred 5 years+ estimating experience -Demonstrated experience with ground-up and conceptual estimates -Strong written and verbal communication skills -Understanding construction methods and identifying constructability issues -Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

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Benefits

At Howell, we consider our employees family, which is why our turnover rate is practically non-existent. We genuinely care about the work we do, the people we work with, and the community in which we live and work. In addition to competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, Howell is committed to enhancing employees’ work/life balance through personal and professional development opportunities, team bonding activities, a dog-friendly office environment, company outings, holiday celebrations, community service opportunities, and an onsite fitness center. Company Benefits

About Howell Construction

-Grew from a small local builder into a respected regional contractor. -Operates primarily along Colorado’s Front Range, delivering projects in general commercial, healthcare, biotech/lab, corporate interiors, and public sector arenas. -Known for handling technically intensive and high-risk environments like life sciences labs, data centers, and healthcare facilities, where precision and safety are critical.

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