Commercial Construction Estimator

GeoStabilization International (GSI), Access Limited, and RoadGuard together form a leading infrastructure solutions platform dedicated to protecting people and strengthening critical infrastructure across North America and New Zealand. GSI is the premier geohazard mitigation firm specializing in emergency slope stabilization, landslide repair, grouting, and micropiles through innovative design-build delivery. Access Limited brings over a century of steep-slope expertise and operates North America’s largest fleet of spider excavators, delivering complex rockfall and geotechnical solutions in the most challenging environments.

RoadGuard, founded in 2024, unites industry-leading roadway safety companies providing guardrail, bridge railing, highway signage, fencing, and specialty fabrication services. Across all our businesses, we are driven by innovation, extreme ownership, technical excellence, and a relentless commitment to measurable results that improve safety and infrastructure resilience. Join a Team That Builds the Impossible We’re hiring an Estimator to drive estimating, design and bidding across all commercial and industrial fencing and gate/access system projects in the Western U.

S. You’ll report directly to the Regional GM and collaborate across operations, business development, and field teams to shape scalable solutions and winning proposals. Success in this role unlocks future leadership opportunities.

Responsibilities

: Lead the estimation process for the business. Interpret engineering drawings, topographic maps, and technical specifications to develop optimal fence and gate system designs and layouts. Own material takeoffs, labor estimates, crew production rate modeling, and subcontractor integration.

Partner with sales and BD teams to assess site conditions and develop accurate, field-ready bids. Create design drawings (AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or equivalent) for submittals, installations, and proposals. Collaborate with Project Managers to refine construction methods and value-engineering opportunities.

Coordinate with suppliers and specialty subcontractors for gate operators, card readers, safety loops, and integrated access components. Drive continuous improvement in estimating tools, cost databases, and lessons-learned feedback loops.

Qualifications

: You’re a disciplined estimator and systems thinker with an understanding of how to balance quality, cost, and installability in construction projects. You have a builder’s mindset, thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture where outcomes matter more than inputs. You are someone with the intellectual sharpness, self-leadership, and operational rigor to help shape the future of RoadGuard’s growth in the Western U.

S. This is a key succession role for our division. We are investing in someone who can grow into a senior leadership position and help scale both people and systems as RoadGuard expands nationally.

Must-Haves 3-10 years of estimating or design experience in construction in fencing, roofing, ironwork or similar. Proven success estimating self-performed scopes and understanding construction labor models Experience translating engineered drawings into real-world installation plans High attention to detail and systems accuracy—"wrong takeoffs” don't happen on your watch Ability to manage multiple bids and design efforts simultaneously under tight deadlines Based in or willing to relocate to Erie, CO (Denver Metro) Preferred but Not Required Demonstrated expertise in commercial/industrial fence and gate/access control design, materials, and installation sequencing Proficiency with Bluebeam, CAD software, and Microsoft Excel Background in guardrail, fall protection, or civil site development Familiarity with gate automation, access controls, and vehicle/pedestrian safety systems Knowledge of wildlife, anti-climb, or specialty high-security fencing specs Familiarity with Western U.S.

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