Construction Estimator Project Manager

Talascend is seeking candidates for a direct-hire Construction Estimator Project Manager position located in Livonia, MI.

SUMMARY :

We are seeking a detail-oriented, thorough, and organized Construction Estimator Project Manager to join our growing Concrete Restoration team.

Your primary responsibilities will be accurate cost estimates, research products, preparing reports, project management functions, and monitoring forecasts.

You will also oversee communications with your clients and conduct risk assessments.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Estimating

Identifies labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, construction plans, specifications, and related documents.

Visits project sites when necessary.

• Identify and evaluate bid opportunities
• Develop competitor profiles
• Coordinate pre-bid review process
• Coordinate post-bid analysis
• Obtains bids from vendors and subcontractors by specifying materials, identifying qualified subcontractors, and negotiating prices.
• Computes cost factors and prepares estimates. Coordinate successful estimates with field personnel.
• Calculate and analyze costs to ensure all requirements are met.
• Copy and submit the bid / quote on time either in person, by fax, or electronically.
• Executes contract agreements, and assists with plan preparation, and estimates. Negotiates and prepares change orders as necessary.
• Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.

Project Management

• Write correspondence letters compile submittal information, and review shop drawings, material designs, and all other necessary documents so that the project can begin and function properly.
• Coordinate project handoff process
• Reevaluate the project before work begins
• Coordinate project progress analysis and post-project cost reviews.
• Ensure accurate trend reports and monthly projections
• Assist in scheduling.
• Notify subcontractors and suppliers of anticipated start and delivery needs.
• Schedule pre-job meetings and progress meetings both internally and with the owner.
• Assist and support the Area Superintendent and Foremen as needed.
• Review job quantities, approve invoices, and subcontractor payments, prepare extra work change orders, and monitor job costs.
• Maintain and analyze monthly cost projections and report projections to Management.
• Review, tabulate, and negotiate final quantity agreements with owner and / or Prime contractor to ensure 100% payment for all work performed.
• Review monthly account receivables and cash aging reports.

REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor’s Degree Construction Management or related experience and / or training; or equivalent
• Proficient with Windows, Excel, Word, and Power-Point.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Manual of Safety Practices and Procedures.
• Travel To and from job sites is required. RAM will compensate for travel expenses, if applicable.
• Will be subject to both an office and job-site / field setting.
30+ days ago