Account Manager

Account Manager - Construction Estimating & Project Oversight

Purpose:

As an Account Manager, you will play a critical role in overseeing and documenting all aspects of one or more scopes of work, including plumbing, HVAC, and electrical. You will work closely with the estimating department, upper management, field personnel, general contractors, and other internal and external stakeholders to ensure projects are accurately estimated, stay on schedule, and remain within budget.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the estimating department to review and refine budget allocations for each scope of work, ensuring accurate cost projections.
• Analyze construction estimates to identify cost-saving opportunities and risk factors.
• Maintain an effective relationship with field personnel, working with general superintendents and site superintendents to keep projects progressing efficiently.
• Provide detailed reports on job progress, cost analysis, and budget adherence to upper management and other departments.
• Ensure project quality and compliance by overseeing installation standards, cost control, and procurement strategies.
• Manage all aspects of construction estimating, including bid analysis, takeoffs, labor/material costs, and change order pricing.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, including budget management, subcontractor agreements and payments, submittals, change orders, and material coordination.
• Monitor and manage accruals, billing, and financial tracking for each scope of work.
• Lead, mentor, and instill company values in direct and indirect reports to foster a culture of accountability and efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of construction estimating principles, including takeoffs, labor, material pricing, and bid analysis.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control in construction projects.
• Complex problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Negotiation and conflict resolution expertise.
• General computer proficiency, including estimating software and project management tools.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with builders, general contractors, and project managers.
• Leadership ability to empower teams and drive project success.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and initiative in decision-making.
• Flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and work under pressure.

*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This position is a safety sensitive position.

Why work for Kimbel Mechanical?

Kimbel Mechanical Systems, LLC is Arkansas' largest mechanical contractor performing work nationwide. We perform all phases of plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work on projects such as single-family homes, apartments, condominiums, hotels, and student housing. Kimbel offers employees year-round employment, top pay, and great benefits with opportunities for professional growth, and much more. At Kimbel, your career is our priority. With a structured Career Path laid out in front of you the day you walk in the door, Kimbel dedicates its commitment and resources to ensure you reach your career goals.

• Upon hire, PTO hours are added to your PTO account

• Health coverage: Choose either PPO or HDHP plan

• Dental and vision coverage

• Basic Life Insurance provided by Kimbel, additional voluntary life insurance policies available

• Short-term disability policy. At your one year anniversary Kimbel automatically enrolls employees in the company-paid short term and long-term disability policies at no cost.

• Supplemental Accident and Critical Illness

• Secure Save Emergency Savings Fund

• 401(k) retirement plan with a match

• Seven paid holidays, two paid volunteer days per calendar year

• 2 weeks paid parental leave, 4 weeks paid birth recovery leave
• First 6 months of diapers and wipes provided by Kimbel for newborns