Project Manager/Estimator

Greensburg, IN
Full Time
Experienced
Schutte Excavating, Inc.
Project Manager/Estimator

Estimator/ Project Manager is responsible for preparing job estimates and managing all aspects of multiple commercial and civil construction projects. This position will also be responsible for customer and vendor communication, budgeting, scheduling, contract and project administration.


What you'll get to do:
  • Review estimated productions with management to finalize the bid.
  • Maintain regular communication with GC/Owner early in bidding process when bidding as a subcontractor.
  • Oversee bid process by assisting with prioritizing, answering questions, managing deadlines and resolving issues associated with putting a bid together.
  • Communicate with owners, architects, engineers and general contractors/sub’s to develop winning bids.
  • Understand the components of an estimate and project bidding
  • Set up projects when they are awarded including preconstruction meeting and activities, and all other coordination aspects to start up a job
  • Work with Safety and field managers to prepare site safety, security, and maintenance of traffic and storm water pollution plans.
  • Work with Field Managers to establish, track and manage project schedule.
  • Review sub-contractor and supplier quote comparisons with finalize scope and pricing
  • Work with admins to prepare subcontracts and purchase orders to define scope and pricing and provide the necessary documentation to perform the project as bid or better.
  • Prepare, review and return submittals for items to be manufactured or provided.
  • Make sure that permits, if required, are obtained.
  • Understand the details of the Contract with the Owner, and work with the Field Managers to ensure they understand those aspects in the execution of the job.
  • Coordinate construction activities with local officials to maintain a positive working relationship with local government and residents.
About you:
  • High school diploma with additional schooling preferred but not required
  • 4-6 years’ experience estimating/managing construction projects
  • Previous experience estimating projects into the $5 million range
  • Estimating scopes: Earthwork, roadways, utilities (waterline, storm and sanitary sewer), concrete flatwork, concrete structures, building construction
  • Have a working knowledge of means and methods of constructability, production rates and crew sizing
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong computer skills and the ability to navigate multiple CM portals
  • Strong ability to work as part of a team.
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Committed to getting the job done right the first time – and the willingness to work hard and do whatever it takes to make that happen
  • Possess a strong personal character including the ability to both accept positive feedback and constructive criticism, strong personal expectations, and willingness to improve and grow in a project management role.
  • Ability to understand the construction process and visualize the projects.
Even better (but not required) if:
  • Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management
What’s in it for you:
 
  • Well-being/stability
    • 100% employer paid family health, dental, vision, life, disability, and illness/accident – Enrollment period 30 days
    • Employee assistance program
  • Financial support
    • Simple IRA with 100% match up to 3%
    • Personal cell phone allowance
  • Work/life balance
    • Full-Time
    • Paid holidays plus a paid week off between Christmas and New Years
    •  Paid Vacations

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year based on experience
Work Location: In person
 
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