Project Manager/Estimator

JOB DESCRIPTION – Project Manager/Estimator

Summary/Objective

The Project Manager/Estimator position plans, directs, and coordinates, activities concerned with the construction of heavy/highway projects. Estimates costs of the project and once job is obtained, oversees its organization, materials, scheduling, and implementation.

Essential Functions

• Reviews construction documents and understands scope of work to bid using state and federal standards.
• Executes take-offs of construction documents.
• Obtains quotes from subcontractors and vendors for materials and labor as needed.
• Prepares cost analysis in computer by recapitulating material, labor, equipment, subcontractor, and overhead costs incurred in the installation of items.
• Communicates with Managing Member of any observed inaccuracies or omissions in quoted or contract items
• Develops and maintains company resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, government requirements, etc.
• Attends departmental meetings as required.

Other Assigned Duties

· Work well with project management team, Operations Manager, Superintendent, and Foremen to plan, organize and direct activities concerned with construction projects.

· Confer with Operations Manager, Superintendent, and Foremen to discuss such matters as work procedures, complaints and constructability problems.

· Establish project objectives, enforce policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of company policy and contract specifications.

· Initiate and maintain liaison with owners and other contacts to facilitate project activities.

· Monitor and control project through administrative direction of on-site foremen to ensure project is completed on schedule and within budget.

· Investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures.

· Represent the company in project meetings and attend strategy meetings

· Work with project management team to manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company’s interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with the customer.

· Requisition supplies and materials to complete project.

· Communicate plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients.

· Formulate reports concerning such areas as work progress, costs and scheduling.

Competencies

• Communication.
• Leadership.
• Mathematics.
• Knowledge of Construction Industry.
• Project Management.
• Team Player.
• Technologically Capable.
• Highly Organized.

Work Environment

Mostly office setting however, the employee is expected to go onsite on as-needed basis and is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, and a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

Required Education and Experience

4 year degree in Construction Management or related field. Or 10 years of Project Manager/Estimator experience

Job Type: Full-time

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

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Metairie, LA 70002 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $100,000