Estimator/Project Manager

RUSSCO, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading interior general contractors, specializing in finishing commercial and interior space. Founded in 1952, Russell Pichette as Russell & Co., began building and maintaining drive-in theaters. For over 35 years, RUSSCO has a specialty in retail and commercial construction for clients such as Tesla, Under Armour, Starbucks, Sephora, Lululemon, , The North Face, Victoria Secret, Williams Sonoma and more.

Based in Fall River, Massachusetts, Russco performs 70% of work outside of New England extending to projects in over 35 states. Russco is known for genuine customer service and being an organization that cares about our clients and all people.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Manager of Estimating and Bidding, the Estimator is responsible for contributing to the creation of bids and estimates. The Estimator will be team focused, detail oriented, and understand methods and processes for estimating and deliver against those methods and processes. This role is critical to Russco as each project awarded drives our revenue.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Ensure the preparation of detailed cost estimates for all phases of design and construction.
• Analyze architectural drawings, perform material takeoffs, obtain material pricing, and conform to specifications.
• Collects and analyzes data on all of the factors which may affect costs, such as materials, labor, location, duration of the project, utilities, etc.
• Develops an estimate for each project based on the site and building plan parameters and submits it to the Estimating Manager and collaborates with the team prior to submitting.
• Creates and maintain detailed bid documents.
• Develop & maintain positive relationships with the team, suppliers, sub-contractors and customers.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three (3) years experience estimating and/or Project Manager in the areas of construction and/or development and/or design in commercial construction
• An understanding of construction means and methods associated with the renovation and construction of retail/interior buildings and site-work related thereto.
• A working knowledge of civil, architectural, mechanical and electrical work.
• Technologically savvy: Microsoft Office, Apple (macOS/iOS), Timberline, Procore, etc
• Strong team player abilities and experience, with the ability to coordinate work on multiple facets of a project.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets, email, and other software used in the construction industry.
• A “Push” personality - biased toward action - constantly striving to be the best.
• Ability to analyze and track projects from origination to award.
• Excellent planning, communication, and analytic skills.
• An ability to switch focus when needed to deal with problems as they arise or to go after best-fit projects for the company

Desired Experience:

• Desired experience in the areas of retail and/or restaurant and/or other high-end construction in the capacity of a general contractor and/or Owner’s Rep and/or Consultant (engineer, architect, etc)

Ideal Attributes:

• Positive attitude and team-focused
• Drive for extremely high standards and high comprehension of best-in-class customer service
• Able to give and receive candid feedback
• Understands deeply the importance of client relationships

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. RUSSCO is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics) or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Boston, MA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $100,000