GPI Construction is a rapidly growing 48+ year old General Contracting/Construction Management firm located in Brattleboro Vermont, we are seeking a qualified Project Manager and Estimator. Most of our sales volume is commercial and from repeat clients, our geographic coverage area is approximately a 60-mile radius of Brattleboro, VT.
We perform a mix of Public/Private construction management and hard bid projects with a focus on commercial construction and renovation. Our projects range from small renovations to projects up to $6 Million.
Responsibilities
Perform plan reviews
Review proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meeting, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
Write Scopes of Work and Prepare Subcontract Agreement
Taking lead with Estimating, Budgeting and Bidding of projects
Reviewing RFP, Project specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
Preparing estimates by calculating complete take-off of scope of work
Preparing requests for subcontractor quotations and analysis of subcontractor quotes
Preparing conceptual estimates from preliminary design documents
Providing assistance to field operations with Change Order estimates and pricing
Providing assistance with pre-construction activities
Planning, execution and close-out of construction projects
Communicate effectively with other key staff, contractors and subcontractors.
Processing submittals and RFI's.
Communicate effectively with Owner, coordinate meetings, and prepare mtg. minutes
Draft meeting agendas for all preconstruction meetings
Establish and maintain relationships with clients and subcontractors
Ensure that all work is planning consistently with the contract documents and will meet or exceed client expectations
Attend periodic meetings including owner meetings, subcontractor meetings, etc.
Estimate and execute small projects and service calls
Ideal candidate will have:
Minimum of 10 years of commercial construction experience
2- or 4-year degree in engineering or construction management a plus
Ability to multi-task on a high level
General knowledge of all aspects of construction
Possess judgement to negotiate the critical balance between budget and the construction process
Have excellent problem-solving skills to manage details necessary for a successful project
High attention to detail and quality
Ability to read architectural & MEP prints and perform quantity take-offs
Excellent written verbal and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft office products including MS project
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle a variety of duties with minimal supervision
Proficiency with Sage/Timberline, Planswift and Procore a plus
Compensation/Benefits:
Salary - $95K - $130K commensurate with experience and ability