The estimator/project manager is responsible for bidding, selling and managing construction projects. • Prepare accurate, timely estimates for potential jobs using Edge software and based on expertise • Manage projects, develop and maintain strategic relationships
Specific Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Know and stay abreast of design requirements, codes and materials; use expertise to prepare accurate and competitive proposals and contracts
• Review and understand scope of work and project specifications • Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals and other documentation to prepare time, cost and labor estimates for products, projects or services • Review data to determine material and labor requirements and prepare itemized lists • Compute cost factors and prepare estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing and scheduling work; preparing bids; selecting vendors or subcontractors; and determining cost effectiveness • Organize product information, shop drawings and samples for submittals • Seek to constantly gain knowledge and improve ability to estimate all company products and systems
Develop labor estimates for potential jobs using THE EDGE software
• Work closely with drafting and project management in providing required estimating services, using established labor and material markups for overhead and profit • Provide job packets to foreman to assist with job preparation for safety, HazCom, specifications and labor expectations
Develop and maintain relationships with manufacturers, distributors, suppliers and customers to strategically approach jobs and purchases
• Consult with clients, vendors or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues • Secure required equipment/material process as required • Be responsive to the needs of existing and potential customers and pursue potential business
Track, manage and debrief all projects
• Purchase materials and equipment for all projects • Analyze completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and determine reasons for discrepancies • Maintain accurate, complete and organized files • Maintain job communication for change-order management with field personnel • Follow up on outstanding estimates as required or assigned by the general manager • Assist the production department in scheduling and coordinating jobs • Act as project manager when required • Process manufacturer warranties • Review project assignments, plans procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times, and analyze staffing and material requirements for each phase of construction • Confer with building owners / managers, direct supervisory personnel and subcontractors in interpreting specifications or blueprints, and coordinate various phases of construction to meet project and customer requirements and prevent delays • Confer with supervisors, vendors and inspectors to resolve problems and improve methods • Perform final walk-through with owner or building manager or General Contractor or assist field operation personnel to do so • Review jobs after close-out to determine overall job performance • Be responsible for communicating and coordinating with superintendents and/or foremen
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Work Skills - Estimators must exhibit technical and management skills necessary to bid, sell and manage system installations.
Effective communication -Ability to convey information, concepts and concerns to people with differing communication styles
Language skills - Ability to read, analyze and interpret: • English
Oral communication - Speak in a clear and professional manner • English • Spanish a plus
Written communication - Able to read and interpret written information • English
Math - Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as • arithmetic • Including problem solving
Technology - Ability to use phones, tablets and other technology tools; knowledge of and ability to use the following software applications: • Microsoft • Excel
Analysis - Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications; collect and research data, and use intuition and experience to complement information
Project management - Coordinate projects, communicate changes and monitor progress
Safety and security - Ability to identify, correct and report unsafe conditions according to company and OSHA standards: 29 CFR 1926
Productivity - Demonstrate the ability to meet and exceed productivity standards; works quickly and accurately
Budgeting - Ability to understand implications of change orders and loss/gain production on job budgets
Cost consciousness - Understand budgeting and implications to jobs
Relational Interaction - Estimators must be able to thrive in a dynamic, interactive company environment as well as develop and maintain relationships with key partners
Customer service - Seek to help customers even in difficult situations; seek to maintain customer relationships
Problem solving - Understand complex problems and make decisions to benefit everyone as much as possible
Leadership, Management and Teamwork - Estimators must be able to work well with others within and outside of the company system.
Leadership -Exert informal leadership with individuals at all levels of a company as well as customers, vendors, manufacturers, suppliers and distributors Represent the company in project meetings and attend strategy meetings.
Management - Ability to juggle schedules, details and outcomes; prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently. Investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures. Formulate reports concerning such areas as work progress, costs and scheduling. Work with field superintendent's to assign workers to construction sites to work on specified projects
Teamwork - Ability to work with others to accomplish goals; balance team and individual responsibilities; give and welcome feedback. Work with Contract Administrator closely to manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company's interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with customer.
Education and Experience
Essential (The following items are essential for applicants to possess.) • Bachelor's or equivalent degree/experience combination • English fluency • OSHA 10-hour card • Valid driver's license • Ability to use/learn business technology • Estimating in construction 5+ years, industry experience a plus • Estimating Software The EDGE