Street Lighting Project Manager/Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Thomas Electrical, Inc., a company with a strong presence in the Southwest US, currently has an opening for highly a qualified  Estimator/Project Manager.

Estimating

• Solicit bid opportunities from ADOT, cities, municipalities, and private firms.
• Perform bid takeoffs for projects.
• Obtain quotes from vendors and subcontractors by specifying materials; identifying qualified subcontractors; negotiating price.
• Prepare construction budget by studying plans, identifying, and projecting costs.
• Maintain an effective balance between pricing to win and optimizing margin.
• Navigate agency or private sector websites and find projects bidding or bid result information.

Project Management

• Prepare work to be accomplished by gathering information and requirements, setting priorities.
• Generate concise and correct submittal packages as required for agency construction contracts
• Plan required manpower, materials, equipment, tools, and any other services to ensure project schedule is maintained.
• Administer the contractual aspects of the project to maximize profitability and minimize the risk for the company.
• Compile accurate and complete project documentation.
• Adhere to and comply with all accident prevention and safety requirements, including Health & Safety programs of Michiana Contracting, Inc./Thomas Electrical, Inc., OSHA, or other site-specific policies.
• Develop and manage customer, engineer, subcontractor and vendor, relationships by proactively communicating and managing expectations.
• Understand and manage project budgets to control costs
• Work with other team members to successfully complete projects
• Manage compliance with contracts, specifications, and regulations
• Planning and scheduling resources for successful project completion
• Supervising Project Personnel to ensure that planning and execution of the work is achieved.
• Regularly review and forecast job costs.
• Negotiate change orders.
• Documentation of claims.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 5 years’ experience with Arizona DOT, traffic signal, highway/roadway lighting, and ITS installations
• Solid decision making, communication and problem-solving skills
• Experience in a supervisory/leadership position with strong people skills
• Knowledge and experience with, project planning, resource scheduling, procurement, and general project management principles.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Estimating Software (Heavy Bid preferred)
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general procedures and governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and proposals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor Certification  preferred
• IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Certification  preferred

This position required a person who has a problem solving attitude. Someone who can multitask and has a problem solving attitude. Communication skills are a must. Must be a team player and willing to work with the different divisions within TEI.

Competitive Compensation based on experience level. Bonus Opportunities.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Project management: 5 years (Required)

For more than 30 years, Thomas Electrical, Inc. has been providing electrical installation and service on a wide variety of commercial and industrial projects. Typical project size ranges from $500,000 to $5 million. From installation to service, from design to value engineering, TEI is the preferred contractor.

Company Description

For more than 30 years, Thomas Electrical, Inc. has been providing electrical installation and service on a wide variety of commercial and industrial projects. Typical project size ranges from $500,000 to $5 million. From installation to service, from design to value engineering, TEI is the preferred contractor.