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Entry Level Estimator Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Estimator I

Lakewood, CO · On-site

$52K - $55K/yr

The entry level Estimator will work in-office along with other estimators and is primarily responsible for assisting in the timely development of accurate project cost estimates for large ...

Estimator I

Lakewood, CO · On-site

$52K - $55K/yr

The entry level Estimator will work in-office along with other estimators and is primarily responsible for assisting in the timely development of accurate project cost estimates for large ...

The entry level Estimator will work in-office along with other estimators and is primarily responsible for assisting in the timely development of accurate project cost estimates for large ...

Estimator

Denver, CO

$78K - $85K/yr

For Colorado locations only , in accordance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (SB19-085), we are including McCarthy's good-faith and reasonable estimate of a range of entry level base ...

Estimator

Denver, CO · On-site

$78K - $85K/yr

For Colorado locations only , in accordance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (SB19-085), we are including McCarthy's good-faith and reasonable estimate of a range of entry level base ...

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How much do entry level estimator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level estimator in Colorado is $77,049.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,700.00 and $91,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an entry level estimator?

An Entry Level Estimator is responsible for analyzing project costs, preparing estimates, and assisting senior estimators in bidding processes. They review project plans, gather pricing data, and collaborate with suppliers and contractors to ensure accurate cost assessments. This role is common in construction, manufacturing, and engineering industries. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in estimating software are essential for success.

What are some typical daily tasks of an entry level estimator?

As an Entry Level Estimator, your typical day might involve reviewing project plans and specifications, performing quantity takeoffs, and entering data into estimating software to calculate costs. You will often collaborate with project managers, engineers, and vendors to gather necessary pricing information and clarify project requirements. Some days may require site visits or meetings to further understand project scope. This role provides valuable exposure to the full project lifecycle and helps develop both technical and interpersonal skills important for future advancement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the entry level estimator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Estimator, you need a foundation in mathematics, strong analytical abilities, and attention to detail, often supported by a relevant associate's or bachelor's degree. Familiarity with estimating software such as Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or Microsoft Excel is typically required, and knowledge of industry-specific tools or certifications can be beneficial. Effective communication skills, organization, and teamwork are important soft skills for success in this role. These skills and qualities help ensure that estimates are accurate, deadlines are met, and collaboration with project teams is smooth and efficient.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Estimator job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,049 per year, or $37 per hour.

Entry Level Estimator - Wireless/DAS Infrastructure

Team LINX

Denver, CO • On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

LINX is hiring an entry-level Wireless Estimator to build bid packages and proposals for public safety and cellular distributed antenna system (DAS) projects across our wireless division. You do not need prior DAS or RF experience. LINX will teach you the technology. What we need is someone who is comfortable with math, spreadsheets, and technical documents, and who wants to build a real career in wireless infrastructure estimating.

This role is based in Denver, CO with a hybrid office schedule. You'll work directly with experienced estimators, RF engineers, sales, project management, and procurement on live opportunities from the first week, not shadowing indefinitely before getting real work.

Salary: $65,000 to $80,000 per year


Where This Role Fits at LINX

This is not a role with a series of title changes as you gain experience. You'll hold the Estimator title while the size, complexity, and technical demands of the projects you own grow substantially, from routine public safety systems early on to complex, high value DAS work that requires close coordination with RF engineering.

From there, LINX Wireless offers real lateral movement into several tracks as your interests and strengths become clear:

  • Sales Engineering (customer facing technical support for the sales team)
  • DAS Design Engineering
  • Project Management
  • Preconstruction Management
  • Operations Leadership

Where you go from here depends on what you're good at and what you want to do next, not a fixed sequence of promotions.


What You'll Be Doing

Estimate Development

  • Review project drawings, floor plans, customer requirements, and opportunity documents to scope public safety and cellular DAS projects
  • Develop preliminary system designs using established LINX tools, templates, and design rules of thumb
  • Build complete bills of materials and price project work in Excel

Takeoffs and Documentation Support

  • Measure buildings and interpret floor plans to support material, labor, and equipment takeoffs using Bluebeam
  • Maintain and improve estimating templates, standards, and project files as you learn LINX's internal systems

Proposal and Bid Package Preparation

  • Prepare clear,accurate, customer facing proposals and bid packages that the sales team presents to clients
  • Identifyproject risks, assumptions, and scope gaps before they become pricing errors, and flag them for review rather than guessing

Cross-Functional Coordination

  • Coordinate directly with sales, engineering, project management, operations, and procurement to gather missing information and resolve open questions on active bids
  • Participate in internal estimate reviews, post bid reviews, and project turnover meetings

Technical Growth

  • Learn RF and DAS fundamentals, includingcomponentcharacteristics, manufacturer product lines, and the equipment used in LINX Wireless solutions
  • Take on larger and more technically complex projects as your judgment and RF knowledge develop
  • Begin supporting direct customer conversations as a technical resource once you've built the experience to represent the wireless team with confidence


Minimum Requirements

Required

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Office 365, including the ability to build and work in structured spreadsheets
  • Demonstrated ability to work with detailed technical documents, drawings, or numeric data and catch inconsistencies or errors in them
  • Strong written and verbal communication in English
  • Ability to read and interpret construction documents — Scope of Work, Bill of Materials, as-builts, blueprints, and project schedules

Preferred (not required)

  • Associate's or bachelor'sdegree, or equivalent experience, in engineering, business, finance, construction, or telecommunications
  • Familiarity with Bluebeam
  • Exposure to RF, cellular technology, low voltage systems, or construction plans
  • Exposure to CAD, iBwave, or other RF modeling platforms
  • Prior construction, field, or trade experience with an interest in moving into an office based analytical role


Compensation and Benefits

Pay Rate: $65,000 to $80,000 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k) with 50% employer match on the first 5% contributed
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with FSA and HSA options
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • 3 weeks PTO (vacation and sick combined)
  • 8 paid holidays
  • Manufacturer training and certification support
  • Growth path into RF engineering, project management, preconstruction management, or operations leadership


About LINX

Founded in 2003 by working industry practitioners, LINX has grown into a national commercial low voltage contractor with completed projects in all 50 states. Our Wireless division designs and deploys public safety ERCES systems, cellular DAS, and in-building wireless infrastructure for hospitals, corporate campuses, higher education, and commercial construction projects across every market LINX serves.

As LINX expands into new regional markets, the estimating and preconstruction team is the group that turns a new market opportunity into a project LINX can actually win and build. An Estimator who develops real technical judgment here becomes one of the people that growth depends on.


Posting Deadline:

This job posting is open until filled and may close at any time without notice.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider candidates regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, and encourage minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.