Estimating Manager

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

This is a key position in the day-to-day operations of the asphalt paving and heavy construction. Manage construction projects, obtain information, and prepare job costs for project bids.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Project Manager/Estimator has the overall responsibility for coordination and planning of paving projects, preparing job cost for project bids, and tracking job cost along the building process. Responsible for crews having the materials, equipment, information, and manpower to complete the project on time and within budget. Also responsible for scheduling, coordinating subcontractors, quantity take offs, and invoicing.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Assisting paving by obtaining information and preparing job cost for projects to be bid
• Attending pre-bid meetings and site showings
• Visiting job sites and reviewing plans and specifications
• Contacting suppliers for their quotes on materials
• Preparing estimates for labor and equipment cost for projects to be bid based on information obtained from project plans, specifications, and verbal instructions
• Participating in bid reviews
• Visiting job sites on which we are successful bidders, to see if job is being performed as planned when bid
• Visiting job sites to provide assistance to Foremen
• Serving as a positive role model, reinforcing company values and expectations through personal commitment and involvement
• Providing leadership that:
• Creates continuous improvement
• Creates self-motivation
• Adapts rapidly to changing situations
• Managing projects in the most efficient and effective manner
• Preparing project schedules
• Ordering materials as needed
• Coordinating with subcontractors
• Performing Construction Staking, layout and surveying as needed
• Utilizes various surveying tools and instruments to gather information and data for existing, proposed and as-built conditions
• Monitoring progress and instituting changes as needed
• Monitoring costs incurred on projects and making corrections as needed
• Reviewing and amending monthly job costs as needed
• Maintaining communication with customers, subcontractors and suppliers
• Monitoring customer satisfaction with the company’s services
• Working with administration on pay applications/billing
• Creating opportunities for initiative and self-directed responsibility
• Recognizing employees’ contributions to achieving objectives
• Being safety oriented

POSITION REQUIREMENTS (continued):

• Provides an environment for employees to share input and make decisions on the job
• Provides equal opportunity for employees to develop professionally and personally
• Ensures that field personnel adhere to safety policies, procedures, and regulations while identifying and correcting safety problems
• Makes decisions based on reliable data and facts pertaining to customers, employees and processes
• Supports company’s commitment to enrich the communities in which we work and live
• Seeks feedback from employees and peers and takes steps to improve own performance
• Attends business development meetings and participates in strategic planning

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate Degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or a high school graduate with equivalent experience
• Basic computer skills, plan reading, scheduling, estimating, negotiating and management.
• 2 years of experience in the paving industry with supervision of others
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must have the ability to work effectively in a high pressure, multi-tasking environment, drive projects forward, and meet or exceed goals
• Professional ethics, tact, and courtesy in dealing with management, team members, vendors, and customers
• Ability to travel as needed

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This position will be divided between office and job sites.

The above job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The incumbent is expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the business.

If you are a motivated professional looking to take on a leadership role in estimating within the construction industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Idaho Falls, ID 83401 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $72,000