Estimator Job at F.H. Paschen, Chicago, IL

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  • F.H. Paschen
  • Chicago, IL

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 .

An Estimator supports and works with management, operations and estimating staff in the review of project plans, requirements, and specifications. The estimator generates budgets, estimates and proposals with the understanding of the constructability, means and methods, logistics, schedule, risk, and profitability of each project. Must have extensive knowledge of construction means and methods, costs, and engineering principles with a wide variety of project types and be capable of estimating hard bid, negotiated and conceptual projects.

Assigned Responsibilities:

  • 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 and 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 particular bid/project as assigned.
  • Interact with owner, A/E, and other contractors to provide engineering and cost data regarding project feasibility.
  • Collaborate with superintendents to understand constructability and safety requirements to incorporate into the estimate.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in 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 773-444-3474.

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.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401K matching
  • Flexible spending account
  • Life insurance
  • Referral program
  • Professional development assistance
  • Eligibility for Year End Bonus
  • LifeLock Subscription

Salary Range:

$80,000 - $120,000

F.H. Paschen reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant an hourly rate or salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant's qualifications, experience, education, skill training, certifications, or seniority.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, For contractors, Flexible hours,

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