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Construction Estimator

UFP Industries, Inc.

Lafayette, COJob$25–35/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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Compensation
$25–35/hr
Location
Lafayette, CO
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

UFP Site Built designs and manufactures wood and non-wood products for construction. The Estimator analyzes architectural and engineered drawings, prepares material estimates and project proposals, and collaborates with project managers and field teams. The role also provides technical support using building codes and product specifications and assists fellow estimators. The company seeks a detail-driven, solution-oriented candidate with construction estimating experience and strong analytical and communication abilities.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Manual Material Take-OffsPlanswiftTimberlineBluebeamExcelFramingConstructionDrawing InterpretationBuilding CodesMathematicsAnalytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunicationCollaboration

Qualifications

2+ Years Construction Estimating

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Estimator - Build the Future with UFP Site BuiltUFP Site Built is the industry leader in designing and manufacturing innovative wood and non-wood products for the construction world. From structural components to sleek aluminum decks and cold-formed steel systems, we're shaping the future of building-and we want you to be part of it.We're looking for a detail-driven, solution-oriented Estimator to join our dynamic team. If you thrive on turning blueprints into reality and enjoy working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.What You'll Do: - Analyze architectural and engineered drawings to create precise material estimates (lumber, siding, trim, hardware, etc.) - Prepare and submit competitive proposals that win projects - Collaborate with project managers and field teams to ensure smooth execution from estimate to delivery - Provide technical support and problem-solving using building codes and product specs - Assist fellow estimators and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement - Communicate clearly across departments and with clients to ensure alignment and success What You Bring: - 2-3 years of experience in single-family, multi-family or commercial construction estimating - Strong ability to perform manual material take-offs - Familiarity with Planswift, Timberline, Bluebeam or Excel for estimating - Hands-on framing or construction experience is a big plus - Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings and building codes - Excellent math, analytical, and organizational skills - Strong communication and collaboration abilities **Why You'll Love Working Here:**We don't just build structures-we build careers. At UFP Site Built, you'll enjoy: Compensation & Benefit Information: Hourly/Salary Pay Range: $25-35/hr dependent on experience Bonus/Incentive Pay: Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses. A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided. Benefits currently offered to our employees: - Medical insurance - Health savings account with company contribution - Dental insurance - Vision insurance - Basic and voluntary life insurance - Disability insurance - 401(k) plan with company match - Paid vacation and holidays - Stock purchase program with employee discount - Educational reimbursement - Wellness programs and challenges - Other supplemental benefits Ready to estimate your future with us?Apply today and help us build smarter, stronger, and better-one project at a time. The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Universal Forest Products and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin. Apply at: https://ipc.us/t/66C82E80346E405B.

How this job compares

Set against the 2,601 open Estimator jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$25–35/hr
  • US median$24–30/hr116 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $30/hr, is 9% above the US median midpoint ($28/hr) — in the middle half of Estimator hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 90 open Estimator jobs in Colorado and 2,601 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Colorado
Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience — less than three in four Estimator postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 2,102 postings).
Education
388 of the 2,601 open Estimator jobs (15%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 28, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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