Estimator/Project Coordinator (Construction)

Health insurance ~ Project Manager / Estimator — Allen Supply, LLC Location: Remote (targeting Southwest and Southeast Michigan construction areas) | Reports to: Operations Manager | Travel: Regional jobsite and customer visits, mostly within the Great Lakes Bay Region Allen Supply is a distributor of construction materials specializing in hollow metal doors, wood doors, frames, and door hardware (CSI Division 8). We serve contractors, builders, and building owners from three locations in Saginaw, MI; We're looking for a hands-on Project Manager / Estimator to win and deliver door, frame, and hardware projects out of our Saginaw branch. You'll read the plans, build the bid, and then own the job from award through closeout: submittals, ordering, deliveries, change orders, and final billing. This role suits someone who knows Division 08, likes running their own projects, and wants to see the results on the jobsite and in the margin. Build estimates covering material, freight, labor (where applicable), lead times, and margin; Identify scope gaps, exclusions, and value-engineering alternatives, and document clarifications clearly in each proposal • Build relationships with general contractors, subcontractors, architects, and owners in the Saginaw market Project Management & Delivery

• Own the turnover from estimate to awarded project: review contracts and purchase orders, confirm scope, and set up the job
• Prepare and track submittals, hardware schedules, door and frame shop drawings, and product data through approval
• Order materials, coordinate with vendors on lead times, and schedule deliveries to match the jobsite schedule
• Serve as the customer's primary contact; attend project meetings and visit jobsites as needed
• Manage change orders, RFIs, and backorders, and communicate cost or schedule impacts promptly
• Close out projects: final deliveries, punch items, warranty documents, and final billing

Job Cost & Billing

• Track job costs against the estimate and flag margin risks early
• Support progress billing and pay applications, and work with accounting on collections and retainage

Work with branch sales, purchasing, and warehouse staff to keep projects and inventory aligned • Help improve estimating templates, pricing tools, and project processes as the company grows Awarded projects delivered at or above bid margin

• On-time deliveries with few backorder surprises on site
• Strong working relationships with key general contractors in the Saginaw market

5+ years of estimating and/or project management experience in construction, building products supply, or a related trade. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and perform accurate takeoffs

• Product knowledge in hollow metal and wood doors, frames, and door hardware (Divisions 08 and 10); Experience with Pro-Tech and related door and hardware bid software; Strong math and Excel skills
• Familiarity with commercial contracts, submittal processes, AIA pay applications, and retainage
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Existing relationships with contractors in the Saginaw / Bay City / Midland area a plus
• People who own their projects from takeoff to final invoice
• Clear communicators who earn trust with contractors, vendors, and our warehouse team
• Performance bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Mileage reimbursement
• The chance to help shape a growing company and grow your career alongside it

Send your resume and a short note about your estimating and project experience to View email address on click.appcast.io, or apply through our CareerPlug job posting. Please include "Project Manager / Estimator " in the subject line. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. This is a remote position.