Assistant Project Manager/Estimator

The Assistant Project Manager/Estimator’s primary duty is to assist the Project Manager/Estimator in managing contract work from start to finish, including scheduling, cost containment, monitoring progress, ensuring compliance, and maintaining client contact, which may involve working on job sites for the duration of the project. Review plans and specifications, gather quantities, and work with the Project Manager to execute the final bid proposal. Work directly with the Project Manager, managing the project from start to finish, may include working on jobsite for the project duration. Review plans and specifications to determine the scope of the work required for the project. Maintains project schedules. Assists with planning, organization, execution, and managing the day-to-day operations while keeping the project within budget. Monitor project performance. Informs the Project Manager of job progress daily. Review job sites before bidding to make appropriate estimates. Completes an accurate material takeoff utilizing industry-specific software programs including but not limited to AGTEK, Excel, Bluebeam, etc., and perform hand takeoff quantities for various aspects of each project. for each project to factor materials needed and material movement. Solicits quotes from subcontractors for bid preparation and final numbers. Keeps DBE/MBE requirements in mind with subcontractor invitations to bid. Collects quotes on materials required for the project. Constructs the bid by adding activities (work to be completed), crews, and equipment and adjusting production rates. Sends/delivers to the owner or general contractor of each bid in the time frame required. Determines results of bids by contacting General Contractors or communication from the bid runner for publicly awarded jobs. Works with the Project Manager to manage the project after the job is awarded. Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Construction Management or Civil Engineering from a four-year college or university; or a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience managing projects and bidding/estimating projects; Good communication skills, both oral and written, when working with all levels of management, employees, external vendors, and other business associates. Must know standard conversions used in the construction industry. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret policies, reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from clients, regulatory agencies, and internal safety complaints. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or regulatory agencies. Knowledge of Bidding and Project Management software, Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams). Ability to define problems, collect and document data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to maintain compliance with all Company policies and procedures. Working knowledge of Viewpoint Vista and HCSS construction software is preferred. Occasional travel and overnight stays to job sites and client meetings Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The employee is regularly required to use a computer/laptop/iPad in an office environment with natural and/or florescent lighting, navigate between office building floors, and on occasion, attend off-site meetings. Most often an office environment, however jobsite travel is required. Employee frequently works alone and with others. Frequently exposed to variable work environments, including unique conditions outside a typical office environment. Occasionally exposed to moving machinery, odors, dust, pressurized equipment. Occasionally exposed to electrical hazards. May be exposed to environmental conditions, loud noises, and variable weather including rain, snow, wind, cold, and heat. We offer our full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement plans with matching contributions, and generous paid time off. Additionally, we provide profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program. Veit is one of the country’s leading specialty contractors, with nearly a century of experience and the best people in the industry. We specialize in foundations, earthwork, utilities, marine services, industrial cleaning, cured‑in‑place pipelining, and waste disposal. We pride ourselves on our relentless pursuit to push the construction industry forward and deliver for our customers. Our modern fleet of iron, diverse expertise, and unmatched determination allow us to successfully tackle some of the largest and most complex projects across every sector while also living out our values every day. We want every one of our employees to look forward to each day at work and make it home safe and happy at the end of the day. Deliberately Safe We believe all safety incidents are avoidable when everyone operates with a deliberate mindset. We are deliberately proactive and thorough in training and job planning. We are deliberately safe in our everyday operations and decision-making. Whether in the office or the field, we work with grit and determination toward a better future for everyone involved. Whether you’re a client partner, vendor, or team member, we make an effort to build a more meaningful connection with you by communicating with respect and honesty. VEIT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, INCLUDING VET/DISABILITY