Project Manager/Estimator

Job Description

Position Summary :

GHEMM Company, LLC is seeking a dynamic individual to fill the position of Project Manager / Cost Estimator supporting the Fairbanks, Alaska office.

Essential Duties & Job Functions :

The requirements listed below are representative of the skills, abilities and knowledge required to perform this job successfully.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure individuals with disabilities can perform these functions.

• Determine the project deliverables and specifications, including the project scope, necessary project resources, and estimated labor needed by collaborating with clients, engineers, and architects
• Calculate the cost estimate of all project tasks and accurately manage the project budget
• Plan and schedule the entire construction project, including construction operations and timelines to make sure project deadlines are met
• Acquire the appropriate licenses and permits from the corresponding authorities and ensure construction is up to code
• Work with subcontractors, and external vendors to negotiate profitable contracts
• Communicate the status of the building project to key stakeholders by providing regular progress reports
• Prepare construction project cost estimates, budgets, proposals
• Determine needed resources (manpower, equipment, materials) from project start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations
• Negotiate subcontract agreements, assist with construction contract negotiations
• Familiarity with construction documents, drawings, specifications, addendums, etc.
• Carefully analyze subcontractor proposals, negotiate subcontract agreements and change orders
• Prepare and review submittal packages, interface with designers / engineers for compliance
• Interface with project superintendent to coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, create interim look-ahead work schedules
• Maintenance of job-related documentation
• Track costs and cashflow management throughout assigned projects
• Maintain relationships with existing clients as well as making of new business through these developed relationships
• Conduct project meetings, interface with administrative staff for preparation of minutes
• Attend and participate in required meetings, trainings, and exercises
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Serve as a representative of the company, displaying courtesy, consideration, and discretion in all interactions

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent judgement, integrity, work ethic, and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with little direction on assigned tasks, as well as to accept direction on given tasks
• Good interpersonal and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills written and oral email, phone, face to face
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with an ability to establish and maintain effective relationships
• Innovative aptitude and desire for continuous improvement of accounting systems and processes. Proficient in Excel, Project, and other Microsoft programs

Contingencies :

Offer contingent upon ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the right to alter the scope of work at any time without prior notice.

GHEMM Company, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

GHEMM Company, LLC grants employment preference first to BBNC shareholders, their spouses, or descendants, and second to other Alaska Native Corporation Shareholders in accordance with 93-638

Requirements

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related fields
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in construction management, with increasing levels of responsibility
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a bonus
• In-depth knowledge of the construction industry and entire building process, including building codes, blueprints, permits, construction equipment, material resources, construction processes, and project management principles
• Experience using construction or project management software preferred
• A valid driver’s license is required
30+ days ago