Monday, October 27, 2025

Job Description

F.H. Paschen has over 115 years of experience in the construction industry. You’ve driven on highways we paved, you’ve travelled through airports we modernized, you’ve commuted through rail stations we constructed, and your children learn in schools we built. But we are MORE than that. We offer MORE Versatility—as we work in any industry, offering any delivery method and service. We operate with MORE Tenacity—as we maneuver through tight schedules, spaces, and budgets. We provide MORE Ingenuity—by creating solutions to solve your greatest challenges. And we perform with MORE Pride—in focusing on safety and quality, and in offering more opportunities for our communities and diverse populations to build with us. We deliver far more than just on time and on budget—we deliver with MORE Paschen.Position OverviewThe Estimator works with a team to estimate potential projects and manage construction projects.Assigned ResponsibilitiesSupervisory responsibility for Project Engineer(s), Assistant Project Manager(s), and Construction Intern assigned to contract(s) and/or work orders.Create work proposals.Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.Prepare discipline estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work.Maintain files of working documents as back up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.Review design options and recommend best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials.Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and man hour figures.Review proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work.Coordinate total estimating effort relevant to bid/project as assigned.Maintain files of working documents as back up for estimates figures.Interact with owner, A/E, and other contractors to provide engineering and cost data regarding project feasibility.Negotiate financial disputes and change orders with owners.Administrative point of contact for the ownerUnderstand details of project scope of workCreate and maintain project cost reports.Document and negotiate changes that may affect project completion or contract costs with subcontractors and owners.Develop field quality assurance and quality control plan with Superintendent.Collaboration of project safety plan with Superintendent(s)Responsible for managing MBE/WBE subcontracting requirements.Responsible for EEO/Affirmative action contract requirementsOther duties as assigned.RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or another degree related to the built environment.5-8 years estimating, cost control, project management, and/or engineering experience in construction environment. Knowledge of estimating techniques and cost control, plus ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems is essential.F.H. Paschen is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.If you require an accommodation in order to complete this application, please contact Tracy Tesnow at (phone number removed).Note to Search Firm Agencies, Recruitment Agencies, and Similar Organizations and Firms: F.H. Paschen does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any F.H. Paschen employee. F.H Paschen will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees and referral compensation associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of F.H. Paschen and will be processed accordingly.BenefitsHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time off401K matchingFlexible spending accountLife insuranceReferral programProfessional development assistanceEligibility for Year End BonusLifeLock Subscription

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