Estimator / Project Manager

Job Title: Estimator and Project Manager

Reports To: VP of Operations

FLSA Status: Exempt

• Summary:

This position provides quoting support and generates new business opportunities. Including

overseeing jobs and major projects to ensure customer satisfaction and budget control. This includes

preparing timely, complete, accurate estimates to support the sales process. The ability to manage

projects from contract requirements through to completion. Our ideal candidate will be an organized,

motivated self-starter with specified experience within the construction industry.

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each of the primary duties

satisfactorily.

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

1. Actively plan, execute, monitor and reschedule (as needed) field activities to manage project

completion to scheduled commitments. This includes the authority to direct daily schedules and

overtime needed to maintain project schedules.

1. Produces quotes from leads, technician follow ups, and direct contact with customers. In most cases

this may require a site visit.

1. Quote project plans based on the customer's scope, budget and site.

1. Ensure the required parts and components are ordered.

1. Involve Field Manager/Operations Team to approve labor and equipment as part of the estimating

process.

1. Develop timely, complete, accurate estimates to support the sales process.

1. Monitor the project from the planning stage through to execution and completion.

1. Troubleshoot project issues and complications as they arise, putting processes in place to prevent

the same issues from occurring again.

1. Manage project budget, including cost of materials, labor hours, travel and equipment rentals.

1. Resolve cost discrepancies through data analysis and information gathering.

1. Process bidding, scope of work documents, contracts, and other project-related paperwork.

1. Visiting project sites to complete a job walk and gathering the necessary information and pictures to

prepare a complete estimate.

1. Propose value-engineering solutions to optimize costs while maintaining project quality.

1. Ensure estimates are coordinating with project management and field operations teams to ensure

they expect to be able to perform project within estimates.

1. Manage customers throughout the process.

1. Collaborating with management and Field Manager to allocate field resources to balance project

requirements.

1. Managing subcontract execution requirements.

1. Managing and scheduling equipment to support field operations.

1. Other duties, as assigned.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Prepares and submits all required paperwork on a timely routine basis.

1. Exhibits good housekeeping practices in all work areas.

1. Be the primary point of contact for the Field Manager and VP of Operations regarding jobs.

1. Manage equipment and material inventory for project.

1. Work to increase team efficiency and uphold high standards of safety at all times.

1. Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and internal team members.

1. Covering for peer project managers in their absence.

Qualifications / Education / Skills and Experience:

1. Two (2) years of experience as a lead estimator and project manager.

1. Ten (10) plus years' experience with the pipe fitting processes and three (3) plus years' experience in

a supervisory role on a job site is preferred.

1. Five (5) years of office and field management or technical services experience.

1. Demonstrated industrial construction/maintenance knowledge in mechanical, electrical and/or

plumbing is preferred.

1. Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and Outlook, is required.

1. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information clearly and

professionally.

1. Close attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and have excellent

follow up skills both internally and externally

1. Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

1. Time management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at one time.

1. Self-motivated with the ability to adapt and excel in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.

1. Strong math skills, with the ability to interpret and work with blueprints and prepare material lists.

1. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

1. Must be self-motivated and punctual.

1. Demonstrate ability to lead others and provide detailed instructions.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to work in a physically demanding environment, including the ability to lift up to 20 pounds. Also requires frequent bending and lifting, standing and walking over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.