Job description
As the newest member of our team, you'll lead the development of accurate, competitive bids for multifamily, residential, and commercial projects, from initial site walk-through to final submission. With 10+ years of estimating experience under your belt, you know how to translate plans and specs into numbers that win work, and you're just as comfortable presenting those numbers to a room of stakeholders as you are digging into the technical detail. You bring the professionalism and follow-through it takes to build lasting relationships, along with the patience for the paperwork-heavy world of government RFPs. If you're ready to put your estimating expertise to work on projects that matter, let's talk!
You Value: Communication, Accuracy, Follow-Through
Spend your days:
Building complete, accurate cost estimates for multi-family, residential, and commercial projects, from quantity takeoffs through final bid packages
Responding to RFPs and preparing bid packages, including opportunities at the city, county, and local level
Building rapport with stakeholders - representing the company in person and virtually during bid Q&A sessions and estimate presentations
Soliciting and evaluating subcontractor pricing to support well-rounded, competitive bids
Reviewing plans, specifications, and scopes of work to identify project risks and cost-saving opportunities
Partnering with project managers and leadership to develop and refine project budgets
Using AI tools to sharpen your estimates and bid materials
Jumping in wherever needed to help the business move forward, including business development
Show us your:
10+ years of progressive construction estimating experience, ideally including government RFPs
A track record of successful bids across multi-family, residential, and commercial projects
Proficiency with Microsoft Project and comfortable using AI tools
Strong understanding of construction documents, specifications, and building codes
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to earn the trust of clients and teammates
A confident, persuasive presence – comfortable walking stakeholders through the numbers
Ability to work independently while meeting key deliverables across multiple bids and deadlines
Patience and flexibility for the detail-heavy, paperwork-intensive nature of government bidding
You'll enjoy:
$65.00 - $75.00/hour, 1099 independent contractor
Autonomy to own your bids, backed by a team that trusts your judgment
A close-knit, growing organization where your work has visible impact
Goldstone Partners is helping this unique firm grow, and we are looking for a gifted pro to join us. Applications welcomed from US Citizens and Green Card holders only.
We are a well-established Colorado-based general contractor specializing in commercial and multi-family remodeling projects. Known for our hands-on approach and long-standing client relationships, our team delivers complex work with a strong focus on accountability, quality, and operational discipline. As a small, experienced firm, we value people who take ownership, stay organized, and can comfortably manage both financial and contractual responsibilities in a fast-moving environment. This is an organization where your work is visible, your judgment is trusted, and your impact is felt across every project.
We Value: Collaboration, Creativity, Accountability
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.