Hybrid Estimator: Bids, Takeoffs & Risk (Civil)

Forgen; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plans

Bonuses

Paid time off

Flexible work model

Education assistance

Wellness programs

Employee awards

Job summary

Forgen, a geotechnical and specialty civil construction company, seeks an Estimator I or Estimator II in Centennial, CO. You will perform take-offs, prepare detailed cost estimates for heavy-civil and environmental projects, and collaborate with capture teams to align estimates with client expectations and company standards.

This hybrid role requires Primavera/MS Project, Bid2Win/B2W, HCSS, and AutoCAD/Agtek skills, plus a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or related field and 2+ years of

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).

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.

Skills

Estimating experience

Bidding and cost estimation

Attention to detail

Communication with clients

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering/Construction

Tools

Primavera/MS Project

Bid2Win/B2W

HCSS

Agtek

AutoCAD

Job description

Forgen, a geotechnical and specialty civil construction company, seeks an Estimator I or Estimator II in Centennial, CO. You will perform take-offs, prepare detailed cost estimates for heavy-civil and environmental projects, and collaborate with capture teams to align estimates with client expectations and company standards.

This hybrid role requires Primavera/MS Project, Bid2Win/B2W, HCSS, and AutoCAD/Agtek skills, plus a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or related field and 2+ years of