Architectural Engineer / Estimator
AIA Colorado · Denver, CO · 1 wk ago
Art & CreativeFull-time
About the role
This role will work closely with our Daylighting Product Manager and Director of Daylighting to validate application designs and estimate projects.
Responsibilities
- Develop a strong understanding of our specialized products and scopes of work, focused primarily on translucent daylighting (façade, roof) applications and other structural sloped glazing systems (glass, ETFE, etc.).
- Perform accurate material takeoffs from construction plans and specifications.
- Review bid instructions, specifications, and addendum for important deadlines and project requirements.
- Develop an understanding of critical product and project details and evaluate their impact on material and installation costs, schedule, etc.
- Submit pricing requests for materials through our exclusive manufacturing partners and review quotes for accuracy.
- Prepare material, labor, and equipment estimates for review by senior sales team members.
- Assist with pre-bid communication and post-bid follow-up.
- Maintain project opportunities within our CRM.
- Assist in the preparation of light studies using Climate Studio modeling software.
- Must be comfortable visiting construction jobsites.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of commercial construction and/or design experience or related construction or architectural education.
- Proficient with construction plans and specifications.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple bids, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate documentation.
- Experience using BlueBeam for takeoffs.
- Proficient with MS Office applications.
- Experience with, and/or aptitude to learn, REVIT or RHINO.
- Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Matching 401K.
Pay
Compensation range $75K - $100K (base + bonus) depending on qualifications and relevant experience.
Schedule
Full-time, office-based role in Metro-Denver (Englewood).