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Estimator

Forgen50 open roles

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This job: posted 75 days ago

Forgen median: 24 days open

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Forgen is dedicated to building a better future - for generations.

Location: West Palm Beach, FL

Travel: 25%

Position Summary

The Estimator plays a key role in the bidding process by preparing accurate and comprehensive cost estimates for construction projects. Working as part of a collaborative team, this role performs take-offs, estimate entries, and reviews bidding documents while following standardized estimating procedures. The Estimator supports capture teams across the company and requires close collaboration with various departments to ensure estimates align with company standards and client expectations while embracing Forgen’s core values.

Forgen Overview

Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America. We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges, guided by our core values: We Do What We Say, We Are Passionate About Our Work, We Are One Team, We Work Smart, and We Do The Right Thing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with capture teams to develop solutions and estimate resources for various projects.
  • Prepare detailed cost estimates, proposal documents, and schedules.
  • Assess project risks and communicate findings based on proposal documents.
  • Conduct quantity takeoffs and review drawings for potential concerns.
  • Identify competitive advantages and present ideas to the capture team.
  • Obtain multiple competitive quotes for materials and subcontracted services.
  • Maintain a historical cost database and prepare critical-path schedules.
  • Attend pre-bid meetings to assess project requirements and site conditions.
  • Organize bid files and ensure accuracy in calculations and documentation.
  • Build and maintain professional relationships with clients and partners.
  • Meet deadlines and complete estimates with precision and attention to detail.
  • Perform additional assignments as needed.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management
  • Two plus years of estimating experience in heavy-civil, geotechnical and/or environmental remediation fields.
  • Experience estimating on >$500K projects
  • Scheduling software experience (Primavera/MS Project) is required.
  • Estimating software experience (Bid2Win/B2W, HCSS, or similar) is required.
  • Quantity takeoff software experience (Agtek/AutoCAD).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience estimating on >$5 million projects
  • Excellent computer skills include knowledge and experience with Primavera, Microsoft Project, Office, Outlook, and Excel.
  • Working knowledge of data collection, data analysis, evaluation, and scientific method.
  • Direct experience advising project leadership on complex issues.

Preferred Competencies

  • Scope & Complexity: Manage intricate tasks, re-prioritize and triage effectively, maintain a strong attention to detail in data collection, analysis and evaluation.
  • Problem Solving & Risk Assessment: Independently evaluate risks and effectively resolve challenges, look around corners to anticipate risks and escalate to project teams when appropriate.
  • Autonomy & Prioritization: Self-motivated, ability to work independently, versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
  • Collaboration & Feedback: Committed to integrity, communication, teamwork and proactive internal and external customer responsiveness.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This office and field hybrid role requires frequent computer use and effective communication. Site work may involve extended periods of standing or walking and required PPE, with potential exposure to heavy equipment, chemicals, dust, fumes, uneven terrain, and extreme weather.

This job description outlines the general scope of work and is not exhaustive. Employees may be assigned additional duties as needed. Requirements may be adjusted to accommodate disabilities, except where they pose a direct safety risk.

Perks and Benefits

Forgen offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, bonuses, paid time off, and more. We support a flexible work model for most non-craft positions and provide additional perks like education assistance, wellness programs, and employee awards.

Equal Opportunity

Forgen is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on any legally protected status.

Privacy Policy

At Forgen, we are committed to protecting your privacy. We collect and use your personal data to manage the recruitment process, including assessing your application, verifying information, and, if applicable, entering into an employment contract. Your information may be shared with authorized third parties who perform services on our behalf, such as background checks, and only where permitted by law. We implement appropriate security measures to safeguard your information and retain it only as long as necessary for recruitment and legal purposes.

You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your data, and to withdraw your consent at any time where applicable. For questions or to exercise your rights, please contact [email protected].

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