Project Manager/Estimator

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Estimating Position Summary: Prepares work to be estimated by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work and advise at the direction of Estimating Manager.
• Provide input to the Estimating Manager on what projects to bid.
• Help develop and implement departmental standards and procedures.
• Provide support to other estimators on assignments made within the estimating department and ask for project management help if required.
• Preparing work to be estimated by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents.
• Identify and compute labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents.
• Update and maintain cost data base.
• Participate in turn over meetings.
• Attend job cost reviews. Job costs reviews should be used to adjust estimating labor and equipment efficiencies.
• Communicate with the project management department on the availability of the following resources:
  • • Manpower
    • Equipment
    • Subcontractors
    • Vendors
• Develop and support subcontractor and vendor relations.
• Attend meetings with clients and sales department.
• Coordinate efforts with the sales department in the development of proposals for private clients.
• Participate in the proposal presentations to clients.
• Attending training classes and in-house safety seminars as required and beneficial.

Project Manager Position Summary: Direct, plan, coordinate, assist, and perform all aspects of Project Management

Job Responsibilities – Project Manager:

• Work and advise at the direction of Tim Essinger, President.
• Initiate hand-off meetings with Estimating, as required.
• Negotiation and procurement of all material and subcontracts required by the bid.
• Prepare project files, in Timberline / Procore and hard copy.
• Project filing – including follow-up documentation.
• Coordinate all submittals and develop submittal list.
• Prepare, copy, and send purchase orders.
• Estimate and prepare change requests to the owners.
• Prepare, copy, and send purchase order change orders.
• Approve submittals and coordinate material deliveries with project superintendent.
• Prepare submittals and transmittals.
• Copy plans and specs to vendors.
• Maintain and distribute sub/supplier list for each project.
• Prepare O & M manuals.
• Type all project management correspondence.
• Project scheduling coordinated with the superintendent.
• Distribute project schedules on at least a monthly basis to subcontractors and suppliers.
• Review, scan and distribute weekly superintendent paperwork.
• Record subcontractors on jobsite each week.
• Assist general superintendent and project superintendent in coordinating the proper manpower (and trades) and equipment to perform the required tasks safely and efficiently.
• Responsible to work with the supervisor for proper means and methods of construction.
• Communication and correspondence with design engineers on all contract issues and meetings including pre-construction meetings.
• Develop for billing purposes a schedule of values to be approved by engineers. After engineer approves schedule of values, forward information to accounting for incorporation into a pay application format for billing purposes.
• Track labor and equipment efficiencies.
• Approve all project invoices in Timberscan prior to payment.
• Prepare monthly pay applications for all projects.
• Print job cost reports on each job and review with applicable superintendent on a bi-weekly basis.
• Recognize and correct safety issues on jobsites.
• Communicate as needed with the Vice President of Operations regarding site conditions and issues.
• Update cost to complete reports for all ongoing projects as directed by the Vice President of Operations. Review findings with the Vice President of Operations.
• Recognize, manage, and determine responsibility for risk. This includes out of scope or unforeseen conditions, with interference and delays.
• Provide input to the estimating department on bids as needed.
• Always be aware of the availability of the following resources:
  • • Manpower
    • Equipment
    • Subcontractors
    • Vendors

Promotional Activities:

• Develop and maintain relationships with customers and vendors.
• Represent the company in a professional manner at selected public functions.
• Promote Kirk Bros. Co., Inc., and Kirk Corporation within the construction industry to other contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.

Internal Communication:

• Communicate with KBC shop foreman on new tool and equipment purchases.
• Consult with the Safety Director on safety concerns or issues on jobsites.
• Assist and collaborate with project management and estimating department.
• Interact with other departments and department heads within Kirk Corporation to make certain there is a consistent flow of information and good working relationships.

Additional Items:

• Interact with counterparts within Kirk Corporation and make certain other key personnel do the same to ensure all companies benefit from each other’s resources and experiences.
• Collaborate with executive staff to ensure KBC continues to support the best business and construction practices in the industry.
• Promote, with in the Kirk Corporation organization, the following attributes:
  • • Team Player
    • Collaboration with others
    • Effective communication skills
    • Motivated
    • Innovative and creative thinker

Why Kirk Bros. Co., Inc.?

• Family-focused company with over 55 years of success in the construction industry.
• Competitive compensation based on experience, with opportunities for growth.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including a company vehicle, gas card, housing, per diem, and medical coverage.
• No weekend work, providing work-life balance.
• A company culture built on integrity, hard work, and craftsmanship, ensuring quality work and long-lasting client relationships.

About Us:

Kirk Bros. Co., Inc. is a family-formed construction firm with deep roots in the industry. Our focus is on the construction and renovation of municipal water and wastewater treatment facilities, with a reputation built on 55 years of professionalism and attention to detail. We believe our employees are our most valuable resource, and we are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and rewarding work environment.

At Kirk Bros. Co., Inc., we aim to exceed expectations, build trust with our clients, and complete every project on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of safety and quality.

Kirk Bros. Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the Drug-Free Safety Program.

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Kirk Bros. Co., Inc. - Public Works projects including water and wastewater treatment plants. Projects include new building facilities, additions, modifications, and renovations.

ACI Const. Co., Inc. - General Construction, Construction Management, Design-Build and self-perform trades.

Kirk Bros. Masonry, Inc. - Construction and renovation in masonry construction.

Alvada Trucking, Inc. - Commercial and Residential hauling company

Bodie Mechanical Services, Inc. - Electrical and Mechanical services for commercial, industrial, and institutional building projects