About this role
At iiCON Construction, we're more than builders. We're problem solvers and partners in delivering high-quality commercial construction projects. We pride ourselves on a collaborative environment where teamwork, innovation, and professional growth are valued.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Chief Estimator to lead our Preconstruction department. The ideal candidate is a strong leader with extensive commercial construction experience, a passion for developing teams, and a commitment to accurate estimating, efficient processes, and innovative solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and develop the Preconstruction team.
- Oversee estimating from conceptual design through project buy-out.
- Manage departmental workload, deadlines, and estimating quality.
- Lead preconstruction for Design-Build, CM/GC, GMP, and hard bid projects.
- Collaborate with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and Operations.
- Direct bid leveling, subcontractor selection, and value engineering.
- Manage Destini estimating software, cost databases, and standards.
- Implement AI, automation, and technology to improve efficiency.
- Ensure accurate project turnover and consistent preconstruction processes.
Qualifications:
- 7+ years of commercial construction estimating experience.
- 1-3+ years of estimating team leadership experience.
- Strong knowledge of construction costs, methods, and preconstruction processes.
- Experience with Destini, BuildingConnected, CMiC, or similar software (preferred).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred).
- OSHA 10 certification and valid driver's license required.
Why Join Us:
- Lead a collaborative and growing Preconstruction team.
- Work on diverse commercial construction projects.
- Help shape innovative estimating processes and technologies.
- Competitive salary, benefits, and professional growth opportunities.
If you're a proven preconstruction leader who values teamwork, innovation, and quality results, we'd love to hear from you!
Location: Colorado Springs, CO, with projects throughout the Front Range from Denver to Pueblo.
Salary Range: $90,000 - $105,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
Benefits:
iiCON Construction offers a competitive salary and benefits package to our employees. We provide employer-paid Medical, Vision, Short Term, Long Term, and Life insurance plans. Dental and supplemental vision are offered. All plans are available to families.
EEO Statement
iiCON Construction Colorado, LLC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Equal opportunity means every candidate will receive consideration based on his/her ability to do the job, and each employee will be treated in a nondiscriminatory manner on the job. We do not and will not discriminate in our business practices on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital or citizenship status, or any other protected class. We are firmly committed to achieving equal opportunity for all individuals. This applies to all personnel actions, including external and internal recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, and pay and benefits administration.