PROJECT MANAGER/ESTIMATOR – JOB DESCRIPTION
Core Responsibilities:
Responsible for the preparation of estimates. Will work closely with general contractors, owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors and others.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required; meticulous attention to detail.
Review plans and specifications, attend pre-bid meetings, determine the scope of work and required contents of the estimate.
Prepare estimates by calculating various statistical data, prepare quantity takeoff, labor and material pricing and equipment costs.
Create, send and manage subcontractor and material supplier requests for pricing.
Review design options and recommend the best solution based on cost, quality or availability of materials.
Interpret project plans and specifications.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations; calculate mathematical extensions.
A general understanding of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing.
Knowledge of estimating and scheduling software, internet and project management software, spreadsheet and word processing software is a plus.
Frequently work within tight time restraints to quickly place bids on jobs or help determine the cost feasibility.
Develop and maintain relationships with general contractors, owners and architects.
Responsible for the overall project including cost, schedule, quality, safety and promoting a good relationship with the client.
Write subcontract and material purchase order agreements using the company’s standard forms; track and monitor the issuance and return in a contract log.
Use the company’s computer system, records, files, and programs for estimating and project management, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Excel and other programs as needed.
Must possess a valid driver license.
Must be able to read and speak English, second language in Spanish would be a plus.
All employees are subject to pre-employment drug and physical health screen.
Benefits: paid holidays, health and life insurance, 401K
Salary based on experience
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