Estimator/Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Estimator/Project Manager – for a large, mid west based specialty contractor

Job Overview:

• Company: Installtec, Inc.
• Salary/Pay Rate: $85,000 to $100,000 per year plus Commission
• Location: North Kansas City, Missouri 64116
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Commercial specialty contractor, Fireproofing, Firestopping, Spray polyurethane foam/Spray acoustical insulation, and Plaster/Stucco/EIFS/ Air Barrier
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: None Required

The Opportunity:

You will join a dynamic commercial specialty contractor that empowers key leaders with real authority and exceptional growth potential. As an Estimator/Project Manager at Installtec, Inc., you will lead high-profile commercial bids and oversee project execution across specialty trades. 

This pivotal role gives you the opportunity to secure major contracts with top General Contractors while directly driving project profitability.

How You Will Make an Impact:

• Prepare precise cost estimates, material takeoffs, and bid packages for commercial construction and specialty insulation projects.
• Drive strategic business development efforts to secure new contracts from large General Contractors.
• Manage daily project operations, budgets, and scheduling from initial bid through final closeout.
• Coordinate on-site workflows with field crews to ensure safety standards and quality control.
• Diagnose and resolve job-site challenges, scope changes, and project timeline adjustments.
• Utilize provided technology packages to track field progress and maintain accurate project documentation.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of related experience in commercial construction estimating and project management.
• Proven track record of building relationships and securing commercial contracts from large General Contractors.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, bid submissions, and field logistics simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% of working hours to regional project sites.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of specialized experience in Fireproofing, Firestopping, Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation, or Plaster/Stucco/EIFS.
• Prior hands-on experience managing specialty trade crews and complex subcontracts.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive annual base salary ($80,000 - $100,000) with lucrative commission incentives.
• Reliable weekly pay cycle.
• 401(k) retirement savings program with employer matching. (10% matching)
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage.
• Paid Time Off encompassing designated holidays, vacation days, and sick leave.
• Paid parental leave (maternity/paternity).
• Relocation assistance and travel project support with per diem.
• Company vehicle provided for business operations.
• Tech package including a smartphone or tablet.
• Safety equipment provided, along with ongoing technical, manufacturer, and safety certifications (OSHA, Fall Protection, Lifts).
• Annual company trips and team outings.

About Us:

Installtec, Inc. is a specialty contractor providing fireproofing, protective coatings, insulation, acoustical, and exterior wall systems for commercial and industrial construction projects. Based in North Kansas City, Missouri, we serve general contractors, steel fabricators, owners, and industrial clients throughout the region.

Our capabilities include spray-applied fireproofing, intumescent fireproofing, shop-applied fireproofing and protective coatings, spray foam insulation, acoustical treatments, EIFS and stucco systems, air barriers, and firestopping.

Installtec also offers controlled shop application of intumescent fireproofing and high-performance coatings. Structural steel can be received directly at our facility, coated under controlled conditions, inspected for quality and specified thickness, and shipped to the project site ready for erection. Our field crews can then complete connection work, touch-ups, and final detailing onsite. Installtec combines experienced project management, estimating, field supervision, and skilled applicators with a strong focus on safety, quality, schedule, and constructability. We work closely with project teams from preconstruction through completion to identify practical solutions, maintain production, and deliver systems that meet project specifications and tested assembly requirements.

Learn more about us

Installtec, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.