Construction Estimator/Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role

Power Line Constructors, Inc., a leading electrical construction firm, seeks a skilled and detail-oriented Estimator/Project Manager to join our dynamic team. This role combines project estimation and management responsibilities, requiring strong analytical skills, organizational expertise, and the ability to coordinate multiple aspects of construction projects effectively. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, ensuring projects are bid accurately and executed efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating Duties

• Monitor platforms such as NYSDOT, NYSTA, and Builder’s Exchange to identify projects of interest for bidding.
• Perform takeoffs to determine or confirm project items and quantities.
• Review bid documents, identifying unclear or incomplete aspects and requesting necessary clarifications.
• Solicit and evaluate quotations for materials and subcontractors to ensure compliance with project specifications and cost-effectiveness.
• Secure participation from MBE, WBE, SVDOB, or DBE firms as required to meet project award criteria.
• Compile labor, equipment, and material quantities to prepare comprehensive and competitive bids.

Project Management Duties

• Prepare and submit catalog cuts, shop drawings, and material certifications for project approval.
• Manage the buyout of materials and subcontracted work to align with project budgets and timelines.
• Act as a liaison with general contractors to schedule work around crew and material availability.
• Coordinate material deliveries and ensure timely availability on-site.
• Monitor project quantities and billings to ensure alignment between installations and invoiced amounts.
• Develop and submit Agreed Prices using Weighted Average Bid Price or new workup (MURK) for added project items.
• Create and submit as-built drawings and project-specific drawings as required.
• Manage Digsafe tickets and Electric Service Orders and coordinate electrical inspections to ensure compliance and safety.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a construction-related field is preferred but not required.
• 3+ years of proven experience in construction estimating and project management.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to read and understand construction plans, perform accurate takeoffs, and create cost estimates.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software, like NYSDOT, NYSTA, and similar bidding platforms and processes, is an added advantage.
• Strong organizational and communication skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proficient in coordinating with subcontractors, suppliers, and general contractors.
• Familiarity with MBE/WBE/SVDOB/DBE participation requirements.
• Knowledge of Digsafe protocols, electrical inspections, and construction documentation processes.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary based on experience and certifications, along with benefits that include:

• Health insurance with 60% employer-paid premiums.
• 100% employer-paid Dental & Vision Insurance (when enrolled in the health plan).
• 401K & Profit Sharing Plan.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and impactful projects with a reputable company.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Who We Are

Power Line Constructors, Inc. is a leader in outside electrical construction across the Northeastern USA. We specialize in Smart Highway traffic signal systems, highway and decorative lighting systems, fiber optic telecommunication networks, and more. Headquartered in Clinton, NY, we bring over 60 years of industry experience and a commitment to innovation, safety, and excellence. For more information about Power Line Constructors, Inc., visit our website. 

Power Line Constructors, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce.