What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager/Estimator position at New Look Contracting?
The Project Manager / Estimator is a construction professional responsible for bidding and managing construction projects from incentive to close-out; Acts as a direct representation of the Company to its customers, suppliers, subcontractors and within the industry.
Responsibilities: Below are the essential duties and responsibilities of the position; other duties may be assigned as directed:
1) Initiates bidding process including, but not limited to, providing detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates, soliciting of and negotiating with subcontractors, material suppliers and other job vendors, reviewing pricing, and presenting proposals.
2) Understands how to read plans, perform take-offs, and create accurate proposals; able to identify specific job requirements (i.e. licensing, permitting, bond needs, etc.).
3) Communicates proactively, clearly and effectively with all parties involved in a project, including: (1) communicates daily with field personnel advising on job progress, issues, additional costs or job scope changes; if job scope changes occur, stays on top of documentation to initiate change order (2) schedules and coordinates with subcontractors, material suppliers, vendors, and employees – updates project team members on project schedule with a strive to look out two weeks for hurdles or acceleration of project timelines (3) assists in scheduling project activities including, but not limited, to delivery of job site materials.
4) Exceeds communication expectations especially as it pertains to inquires from customers, subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, field personnel and other co-workers.
5) Takes initiate in managing project from start to finish including, but not limited to, (1) staying current on billing and pay applications (2) approving subcontractor work and payments (3) assisting with procuring project close-out documents (4) meeting budgetary objectives (5) working with project accountant and assistant controller in project setup from HCSS to Sage, regularly reviewing job costs, costs to complete estimates, and contract quantity adjustments.
6) Participates with other project managers / estimators in bidding activities and discussions.
7) Fosters relationships with field personnel, project owners and/or general contractors
8) Additional responsibilities may be added as necessary.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, a candidate would have the following:
- B.S. degree from a 4-year university in Construction Management or Construction Engineering is preferred
- Past field or job experience is desired
- Proactive, timely, consistent, and accurate communicator
- Calm under pressure, leads and motivates individuals during crunch time
- Strong interpersonal and time management skills
- Knowledge of construction management software and other computer skills a must
- Proficiency with HCSS software a plus
- Valid Drivers License
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
- Software we use: Siteworx, Heavy bid, Heavy job, Bluebeam (take off), Foxit Phantom (PDF editor), Office (excel, word, outlook), Gantt Project or Primavera (scheduling software for some) and Agetk
Compensation: The base salary will be determined based on the candidate's skill and experience level. Access to full benefits, including 401K with a match, medical, dental, and vision insurance.
The position is to be employed by New Look Enterprise, LLC, but 100% of it will be within the operation of New Look Contracting, Inc. New Look Enterprise, LLC, is a management company that employs non-union employees.
New Look Enterprise, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, nation origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. New Look Enterprise, LLC makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.