Assistant Project Manager/Estimator - Electrical

Penn Line Service Inc, a company of Penn Line Enterprises, is recruiting for an Assistant Project Manager/Estimator (Electrical) to help provide project oversight and to assemble construction estimates for highway electrical and intelligent traffic solutions (ITS) projects in the heavy highway and private markets.

This position will report to our office in Hunker, PA and/or to one of various job sites. The job can also be based in/around State College, PA,

We are an Employee-Owned Company.

Responsibilities:

• Track quantities of work performed by crews, compare to owners pay quantities, and resolve differences
• Assist in preparing invoices for completed work
• Analyze bid documents, specifications, and project plans to gain a thorough understanding of the project
• Understand project logistics and project schedule
• Obtain quotes from material suppliers and subcontractors and compare them with the best value.
• Assembles estimates for extra work order items and change orders
• Identify custom material requirements and how best to source approved materials
• Ensure accurate and detailed follow up with suppliers, customers, and field leadership on project details
• Provide submittals to customers for review/approval, (shop drawings, material cut sheets and other technical data).
• Provide technical assistance to internal and external customers, i.e., the interpretation of drawings and construction standards
• Prepare and submit Requests for Information to customers and DOTs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers and suppliers
• Occasional travel required to visit job sites or other offices

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Construction Management or 3 years of relevant experience
• Previous estimating and/or project management experience preferred
• Knowledge of DOT standards and specifications a plus
• Strong attention to detail and extremely organized
• Must be adept at critical thinking and problem solving
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision or as a team
• Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to execute projects on-time
• Excellent written and verbal communicator

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation with an incentive program
• Eligible to participate in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and the company sponsored 401K plan
• Health, dental, and vision programs
• Paid time off
• Long-term disability and life insurance

Physical Demands:

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Light lifting (under 25 lbs.)
• Sitting 6-7 hours per day
• Occasional kneeling or bending
• Ability to travel
• Ability to see
• Ability to hear (aid permitted)
• Ability to write messages
• Ability to speak clearly

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Primarily, work is performed inside, in an office setting; no unusual environmental factors.

We are a Drug-Free Workplace.

We encourage minorities and females to apply.

EOE, including disability/vets.