Estimator/Project Manager - Division 7

Job Description

DPR Construction is seeking a division 7 estimator/project manager with a minimum of 5 years of commercial construction experience. This individual will be ultimately responsible for the engaging in preconstruction efforts, day-to-day execution, project controls, project engineering, cost, risk and business management of a particular project.

Management will be of commercial projects within our core markets: healthcare, higher education, advanced technology, life sciences and commercial. The estimator/project manager will work closely with all members of the project team, project executives and regional leadership teams and will be responsible for the following:

• Engaging in preconstruction efforts for DPR self-perform division 7 scope of work.
• Produce complete and detailed estimates for many different project and contract types, each requiring unique attention to details and extensive communication with the project teams.
• Create proposals with detailed specific clarifications, inclusions, and exclusions.
• Read and interpret bid documents, construction plans, and specifications.
• Provide constructability comments and creative construction alternatives. Attend architect and owner meetings for review of costs and ideas to bring projects in on budget.
• Management of all project team members (senior project engineer, project engineers, superintendents, and field office coordinator).
• Mentor, develop and train project engineers for fast-paced growth.
• 100% detailed/hands-on knowledge of project scope.
• Cost control/billings/collections/change management/cash flows/monthly status reports.
• Challenge and support jobsite and self-perform work team.
• Accountable for project completion and financials, critical success factors, and customer satisfaction results.
• Coordinate and manage the execution of planning and scheduling of projects.

Qualifications

We are looking for a flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines. The successful candidate will possess:

• Excellent listening and strong communication skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Ability to create and support team morale.
• Demonstrated understanding of building processes and systems.
• Work scope requires complete understanding of cost estimating, budgeting and forecasting.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software (Prolog or similar), accounting cost management software (CMIC or similar), and scheduling software (Primavera or similar).
• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction, preferably within DPR’s core markets.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field.
• A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.
• This position is salaried.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

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