Estimator

F.H. Paschen•McLean, VA

About The Position

F.H. Paschen is seeking an Estimator to prepare portions of or complete contract proposal estimates across one or more disciplines, determining applicable project plans and specifications. The role includes estimating work such as concrete, structures, earthwork, and piling, and may involve coordinating and leading the overall estimating effort for assigned bids or projects. The position also oversees the Virginia estimating process for all projects, including standardized procedures and coordination with the corporate office on bid forms, bid bonds, insurance, and bid-document delivery. The Estimator supports project pursuits by maintaining a project lead log, agency prequalifications, subcontractor and supplier relationships, and bid opportunities. Awarded-contract follow-up may include estimating extra work, change orders, and credits, and procuring materials. General work hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a standard five-day work week. Hours and workdays may vary based on critical work activities or required safety supervision.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering and/or 4–7 years of estimating, cost-control, or engineering experience in a construction environment.
Ability to estimate different types of projects and contracts and coordinate and lead an estimate.
Ability to take off and price concrete projects.
Ability to take off and price earthwork projects.
Ability to manage multiple projects and personnel simultaneously.
Comfort communicating by phone and discussing detailed scopes with subcontractors.
Excellent communication and organizational skills, both written and verbal.
Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Excellent analytical skills.
Ability to manage and prioritize simultaneous projects.
Flexibility and tolerance for changing demands.
Thoroughness and attention to detail.
Good command of written and spoken English and ability to comprehend extensive oral and written instructions.
Strong leadership and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine the scope of work and required estimate contents.
Prepare discipline estimates and complete takeoffs for the scope of work.
Maintain supporting estimate documents and current supplier pricing information.
Review design options and recommend solutions based on cost, engineering quality, or material availability when applicable.
Incorporate historical purchase order, subcontract, and productivity data into unit and labor-hour figures.
Attend pre-bid meetings and coordinate the total estimating effort for assigned bids or projects.
Interact with owners, architects/engineers, and contractors to provide engineering and cost data related to project feasibility.
Follow awarded contracts as assigned, including estimating extra work, change orders, and credits, and procuring materials.
Work with the Senior Project Manager and Vice President to assign project responsibilities.
Oversee Virginia estimating processes and maintain standardized procedures, methods, and processes.
Coordinate bid forms, bid bonds, insurance, and delivery of bid documents with the corporate office.
Develop and maintain the Virginia Office project lead log.
Maintain prequalification with state, city, and county agencies.
Solicit subcontractors and suppliers in support of project bids.
Attend outreach events to identify subcontractors and bid opportunities.
Prepare detailed estimates for concrete work, structures, earthwork, piling, and related work.
Provide technical support to personnel preparing discipline estimates for assigned bids.
Track awarded contracts as required.
Maintain a subcontractor database and develop positive subcontractor relationships.