SIMON | Chief Estimator

Simon is a subsidiary of Colas USA with operations throughout Colorado, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming. We specialize in aggregate, asphalt, and ready-mix concrete materials production, with expert teams providing high-quality asphalt paving, concrete, bridge, and utility construction services. Through strong local ties backed by global resources, we focus on quality and value to deliver the best products and services for our clients. What we do is bigger than construction - it is about connecting communities, building new roads to the future, and keeping the spirit of the pioneers alive and well. To learn more about Simon visit www.simonteam.com/.The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company's value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.Job Summary:Provides senior‐level leadership and strategic direction for the company's estimating function. The Chief Estimator works closely with executive leadership, operations, manufacturing, and business development to evaluate project feasibility, support bid and no‐bid decisions, and ensure estimates reflect market conditions and operational capabilities..Main Responsibilities:Embrace the Company's safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities implemented by the Simon Steering and Continuous Improvement teamsSupport, promote, and practice the Company's core values, vision, and mission; follow code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policiesEstablish and execute the overall estimating vision, strategy, and governance aligned with corporate goals and profitability objectivesProvide oversight of bid selection, pricing philosophy, risk tolerance, and resource allocation across all estimating activitiesAdvise executive leadership on pursuit selection, pricing recommendations, and risk exposure based on market conditions, operational capacity, and historical performanceOversee all estimating operations to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with company standards and best practicesLead senior‐level bid and no‐bid decisions and present pricing strategies, assumptions, and risk assessments to leadership and key stakeholdersPartner with business development and operations leadership to identify and pursue work aligned with company capabilities and strategic objectivesMonitor and evaluate market conditions, competitor activity, and key cost drivers influencing bidding strategyEstablish and maintain processes for risk identification, mitigation, and margin protection within the estimating functionAnalyze bid results, project performance, and historical cost data to improve estimating accuracy and financial outcomesLead, mentor, and develop estimating team through training, performance management, and succession planningProvide oversight of estimating systems, tools, and standardization efforts to ensure consistency and efficiencyParticipate in conceptual project development and feasibility evaluations to support informed pursuit and pricing decisionsEvaluate constructability, delivery methods, contract requirements, and execution risks during the estimating phase to support sound pricing and delivery assumptionsEnsure alignment between estimating and operations by validating assumptions related to schedule, labor availability, equipment, and construction methodsDevelop and maintain relationships with key subcontractors and vendorsEducation:* Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, business, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and extensive industry experience may be considered* Valid driver's license with a clean driving record requiredSkills:15+ years of progressive construction estimating experience, including senior or executive‐level leadership rolesExtensive experience in heavy civil, highway, municipal, and/or industrial constructionDemonstrated success leading large estimating teams and managing complex, high‐value, or high‐risk pursuitsAdvanced knowledge of estimating principles, cost modeling, scheduling concepts, construction means and methods, and contract delivery methodsStrong financial and business acumen with the ability to evaluate profitability, risk exposure, and long‐term business impactProficiency utilizing HCSS Heavy Bid and developing CPM schedulesExceptional leadership, communication, and executive presentation skillsStrong analytical, decision‐making, and organizational skills in a deadline‐driven environmentPhysical Requirements:Wears and maintains required PPE (personal protective equipment) to ensure safe performance of job responsibilities as requiredRegularly uses hands to feel, handle, and manipulate objects, write, and operate a keyboard and/or mobile device to complete administrative tasks, documentation, and communication dutiesRegularly communicates (talks and hears) and uses visual acuity to exchange information, coordinate work, and review documents and plans necessary for project oversightRegularly operates a vehicle to travel to and from work sites to perform inspections, attend meetings, and support project activitiesRegularly sits for long periods at a desk using a computer to perform administrative, planning, and reporting responsibilitiesFrequently stands or works on feet for extended periods and walks across uneven terrain to navigate construction sites safelyFrequently stands, walks, sits, reaches, and stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls to access work areas and complete required tasksFrequently works in environments that may include loud noise, moving equipment, dust, or varying indoor/outdoor conditions depending on operational needsAbility to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and overtime; overnight travel may be requiredCompensation and Benefits:Compensation*: $155,000-$190,000 DOE* Estimated target starting compensation; actual compensation to be determined based on assessment of an individual's qualifications, education, and experience relevant to the role.Benefits: All full-time hourly employees are eligible to participate in Simon benefits as defined in plan documents. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life insurance, supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, 401K with company match, short-term disability, flexible spending plan, and education assistance. Other benefits include eight paid holidays, and access to available company discounts.The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.Application window anticipated to close on 06/04/2026; open until filled.Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applyingcomplete any part of the application processaccess or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applyingPlease contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.