High school diploma required; college or technical school preferred.
5-7 years of estimating experience; heavy civil or water/wastewater experience valued.
Advanced expertise in InEight estimating software is essential.
Experience with Timberline is a plus.
Proven skills in software setup, customization, and workflow development.
Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
Solid organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to interpret tender documents and understand construction scopes.
Responsibilities
Manage configuration, rollout, and training of InEight estimating software.
Customize software settings and workflows to meet project needs.
Develop and maintain user guides and best-practice documentation.
Provide ongoing system support to align with project operations.
Define project scope and prepare preliminary construction schedules.
Complete quantity takeoffs and develop cost estimates.
Evaluate design criteria for cost-effective solutions.
Analyze subcontractor bids to ensure accurate alignment with scopes.
Lead bid closes under senior estimator guidance.
Create standardized templates for consistent estimating practices.
Benefits
Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
Commitment to safety through 'Actively Caring' and a 'Road to Zero' culture.
Employee ownership structure.
Diverse project portfolio in infrastructure sectors.
Full Job Description
Denver, CO United States
Requisition ID: 30402
Employment Type: Full time (US)
Workplace Type: Office
About the Role
Graham is seeking an experienced and dynamic Estimator, based in our Centennial, CO office, to play a key role in our transition to InEight estimating software while supporting high-complexity project pursuits. This is an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking professional who enjoys both the technical side of software implementation and the strategic side of project estimating.
As an Estimator at Graham, you will:
Manage the configuration, rollout, and user training for InEight estimating software.
Customize software settings, templates, and workflows to align with project and business needs.
Develop and maintain internal user guides, process maps, and best-practice documentation.
Provide ongoing support to ensure the system aligns with field execution and project operations.
Define project scope and prepare preliminary construction schedules using labor and subcontractor input.
Complete quantity takeoffs and develop cost estimates for labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors.
Evaluate design criteria and recommend cost-effective, constructible solutions.
Analyze subcontractor bids to ensure accurate scope alignment and competitiveness.
Participate in (or lead) bid closes under the guidance of a senior estimator.
Develop scopes of work and assist with budget preparation for smaller or mid-complexity opportunities.
Create standardized templates and reporting structures to improve estimating consistency.
Support internal teams by developing efficient workflows and ensuring seamless adoption of new systems.
Ensure estimate schedules include key milestones, required resources, and risk considerations.
Select and invite trade partners who meet financial, manpower, and technical requirements.
Model Graham's commitment to safety, "Actively Caring," and our Road to Zero culture.
Promote accurate, compliant, and high-quality estimating practices.
Qualifications & Experience:
High school diploma required; completion of a college or technical school program preferred.
5-7 years of estimating experience; heavy civil or water/wastewater experience is considered an asset.
Advanced expertise in InEight estimating software required.
Experience with Timberline is considered an asset.
Strong background in construction software setup, configuration, customization, and workflow development.
Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
Ability to interpret tender documents, specifications, drawings, and contractual requirements.
Detailed understanding of all construction scopes of work.
