Full Benefits & Growth Incentives About the

Opportunity:

We are a fast-growing, $15M commercial general contractor in the Denver metro area—with a clear trajectory to scale to $50M and $100M+—is seeking a hands-on Chief Estimator & Director of Preconstruction. This is a builder's role first. We are looking for an active, tactical lead who estimates complex, ground-up commercial projects weekly, rather than a manager who only reviews or delegates. As we scale the department, the standards, templates, and team you establish will form the operational backbone of our long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities Active Estimating & Leadership:

Personally prepare comprehensive estimates for ground-up commercial projects while leading and mentoring junior estimating staff.

End-to-End Preconstruction:

Oversee the preconstruction phase from initial pursuit through project turnover, including constructability reviews, value engineering (VE), Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) development, and technical contract negotiations.

Department Infrastructure:

Build and refine department standards, unit-cost databases, and proposal templates to support company scaling.

Subcontractor & Client Relations:

Cultivate strong regional trade partner relationships and interface directly with clients during project alignment and bidding.

Requirements Qualifications & Requirements Experience:

5-10+ years of commercial GC estimating experience, with extensive hands-on expertise in ground-up construction (not limited to tenant improvements or renovations).

Track Record:

A verifiable list of completed commercial GC projects demonstrating range and depth in hard-bid and conceptual estimating.

Skill Set:

Deep understanding of conceptual budgeting, quantity takeoffs, market pricing trends, and commercial contract negotiations. Ideal Profile /

Background Fit:

Great Fit:

Commercial General Contractor background with direct, personal experience assembling complete project estimates. Not a

Fit:

Backgrounds strictly limited to residential work, single-trade subcontractors, or CM-agency/owner's rep roles without direct GC estimating experience.

Benefits Compensation & Benefits Base Salary:

$130,000 - $155,000, commensurate with experience.

Growth:

Executive scope, leadership authority, and compensation scale directly with company revenue benchmarks.

Benefits Package:

Comprehensive Health Insurance Dental & Vision Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays