Gaven Industries, Inc.**
**Position Summary:**
Gaven Industries Inc is seeking an experienced Project Proposal/ Cost Estimator with direct experience evaluating specifications and project requirements, outlining approaches for project execution, determining pricing strategies, gathering and documenting pricing data, developing estimating spreadsheets, and completing comprehensive proposals and cost estimates for Commercial and Government opportunities. This position is located in Saxonburg, PA, approximately 25 miles north of Pittsburgh, PA.
The ideal candidate will be someone who can clearly identify key project requirements and work with Gaven teammates to establish a proposed scope of work and provided related cost estimates.
**Job Responsibilities:** Analysis of bid information RFPs, plans and specifications, flow down requirements, etc to ensure compliance is achievedDetermination of preliminary execution approach and pricing strategiesDevelopment of comprehensive and well documented cost estimates, written proposals and preliminary project schedulesPartner with customers, architects, engineers, general trades, and internal stakeholders sales, engineering, etcAdditional duties as assigned. **Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:**
Well-rounded understanding of all trade disciplines. Specific experience in steel fabrication and erection a plus.Ability to read and properly interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specificationsExcellent writing and presentation skillsAbility to multitask develop estimates for multiple projects at onceProficient in Microsoft Office; specifically, MS ExcelGood mechanical problem-solving skills, and attention to detailExisting DoD Security Clearance a plus not required at time of employment. Position will require that the selected candidate apply for and ultimately obtain a DoD Security Clearance process to be supported by Gaven Security Office.Background working with the FAR and DFARS is a plusAbility to travel <5%, pre-bid="" site="" visits,="" scope="" review="" meetings,="">
**Education/Experience Requirements:**Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field preferred, or equivalent work experienceMinimum of 2 years of experience in commercial or government construction
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities
PI274258358
**Position Summary:**
Gaven Industries Inc is seeking an experienced Project Proposal/ Cost Estimator with direct experience evaluating specifications and project requirements, outlining approaches for project execution, determining pricing strategies, gathering and documenting pricing data, developing estimating spreadsheets, and completing comprehensive proposals and cost estimates for Commercial and Government opportunities. This position is located in Saxonburg, PA, approximately 25 miles north of Pittsburgh, PA.
The ideal candidate will be someone who can clearly identify key project requirements and work with Gaven teammates to establish a proposed scope of work and provided related cost estimates.
**Job Responsibilities:** Analysis of bid information RFPs, plans and specifications, flow down requirements, etc to ensure compliance is achievedDetermination of preliminary execution approach and pricing strategiesDevelopment of comprehensive and well documented cost estimates, written proposals and preliminary project schedulesPartner with customers, architects, engineers, general trades, and internal stakeholders sales, engineering, etcAdditional duties as assigned. **Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:**
Well-rounded understanding of all trade disciplines. Specific experience in steel fabrication and erection a plus.Ability to read and properly interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specificationsExcellent writing and presentation skillsAbility to multitask develop estimates for multiple projects at onceProficient in Microsoft Office; specifically, MS ExcelGood mechanical problem-solving skills, and attention to detailExisting DoD Security Clearance a plus not required at time of employment. Position will require that the selected candidate apply for and ultimately obtain a DoD Security Clearance process to be supported by Gaven Security Office.Background working with the FAR and DFARS is a plusAbility to travel <5%, pre-bid="" site="" visits,="" scope="" review="" meetings,="">
**Education/Experience Requirements:**Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field preferred, or equivalent work experienceMinimum of 2 years of experience in commercial or government construction
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities
PI274258358
Job ID: 484368505
Originally Posted on: 7/8/2025
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