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Colorado Barricade Co
Estimator
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What they do
An Estimator provides cost estimates for a project, based on an evaluation of the materials, labor, time and equipment needed to complete the project. May specialize in many aspects of construction or in manufacturing and design industries.
$74,220 / year median in Colorado
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Company Overview Colorado Barricade is a leading provider of traffic safety services and equipment for the road repair, construction, and maintenance industry. Colorado Barricade's core services include traffic control planning and services, pavement marking, permanent sign, and related merchandise and equipment rental and sales. Customers include highway construction companies, the Department of Transportation, municipalities, and utilities. Company Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a competitive salary, matching 401(k), excellent health, dental, and vision benefits, Flex Spending and Dependent Care, Supplemental Accident Insurance, Employer Paid Short Term Disability, Employer paid Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Employer-paid uniforms, and much more. Colorado Barricade's Purpose Builders of Safety, Opportunity, and Community Mission To be the leading safety company in
America Values:
We Are One We Take Pride in the Win We Figure it out for our customers We Keep our Ego in Check. Key Responsibilities Review construction plans, specifications, and project documents to prepare estimates and quantity takeoffs Develop preliminary budgets and estimates during General Contractor bidding phases Build accurate estimates using Maintenance of Traffic (MHT) plans produced by the Plans Department Interpret project drawings, traffic control plans, and scope requirements to determine labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor needs Maintain expected quote turnaround times and prioritize estimate requests appropriately Respond to customers, sales staff, and internal departments in a timely and professional manner Coordinate with Sales, Operations, and the Plans Department to ensure accurate project scoping and successful execution Support sales efforts by assisting with pricing strategy, revisions, value engineering, and project discussions Follow up on assigned quotes and maintain communication with customers regarding bid status and project updates Enter and manage quote activity, follow-up notes, opportunity tracking, and account-related information within Salesforce Maintain organized estimate files, bid documentation, and supporting project records Communicate resource needs, scheduling concerns, and operational impacts internally when necessary Assist in continuous improvement of estimating processes, workflows, and reporting standards Qualifications & Skills Experience in construction estimating, traffic control, roadway construction, or related industries preferred Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and traffic control drawings Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office, estimating software, and CRM systems such as Salesforce Ability to work collaboratively across departments in a fast-paced environment Knowledge of traffic control, roadway safety standards, orMUTCD/CDOT
requirements is a plus Performance Expectations Timely turnaround of estimate requests Accurate and complete project estimates Consistent communication with customers and internal teams Proper follow-up and quote management Accurate Salesforce data entry and opportunity management Strong teamwork and internal collaboration Professional customer service and responsivenessBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance