Commercial Construction Project Manager/Estimator

Job DescriptionJob Description

The Project Manager/Estimator serves as the primary point of contact on one project, or multiple smaller projects. They are responsible for all aspects of the project(s) including estimating, project team performance, cost, quality, schedule, and safety. Maintain relationships with Clients, Architects, Consultants and Subcontractors. Daily activities are conducted to promote the company’s vision, mission and core values.

Thomas May Construction Company

We are a Commercial GC based in Orange Park, FL that has been in business for 40 years. Beyond providing quality workmanship and comprehensive construction services, our company strives to build a relationship of mutual trust and confidence with each of its clients large and small. We accomplish this by conducting ourselves with integrity in every aspect of our business. As a result, most of our customers today are return clients or client referrals. Our projects have a wide range in scope, size, and function.

Job Responsibilities:

• Preparation of estimates, schedules, and other proposal documents.
• Participates in client presentations if required.
• Monitors the progress of design documents. Participates in design review meetings and provides input regarding constructability, as well as scope and cost changes.
• Prepares detailed estimates, cost code input, and cost control.
• Responsible for preparing bid packages and invitation to bid inquiries, receiving, and analyzing bids, qualifying subcontractors, and awarding subcontracts and major purchase orders.
• Works with construction core personnel to establish job organization including the superintendent and selected subcontractors.
• Plans, sequences, and schedules the project with input from the superintendent and subcontractors. Manages the project schedule, conducts job site meetings, and prepares updated schedules.
• Responsible for project cost control including updating labor cost reports, summary cost reports, and project status summaries.
• Project buyout to include bidding and buyout of purchase orders and subcontracts, material takeoffs and budget vs. actual cost analysis.
• Coordinates requirements of governing authorities for permits, inspections, and final approval of the project with Architect/Engineer
• Maintains submittal control, including scheduling, receiving, reviewing, approving, and expediting submittals from suppliers and subcontractors to comply with the progress schedule.
• Manages client relations, including progress meetings, correspondence, periodic reports, change orders, and responses to client inquiries.
• Prepares requisitions for payment and other required project invoicing. Maximizes project cash flow through invoicing and collections.
• Prepares and secures owner acceptance of contract change orders. Issues modifications to subcontracts and purchase orders after owner acceptance and updates budget in the summary cost report.
• Manages the ODP (Owner Direct Purchase) and LEED programs, if applicable to Projects.
• Manages payments to subcontractors and vendors, including reviewing and approving schedules of value, pay requisitions, invoices, and required insurance coverage.
• Manages subcontractor and supplier performance issues including documentation, default notices, and replacement, if necessary
• Reviews and monitors project progress, quality and safety. Works with the superintendent and makes corrections as required to comply with contract and company policy and procedures.
• Effectively manages project close-out tasks and any warranty work.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or equivalent to three years minimum in Commercial Construction/Project Management/Estimating
• Must hold a valid Florida Driver’s License
• Must be able to pass a Level II background check.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, License, Certifications:

• Knowledge in construction
• Expertise in managing resources, including budgets, schedules, and materials in an environment of multiple, competing demands.
• Knowledge of estimating, construction methods, engineering, equipment, and technology
• Excellent understanding of safety procedures
• Excellent organizational, supervisory, communication, collaboration, and analytical skills
• Ability to understand and execute the company vision and values of Team, Excellence, Service, and Trust
• General or Building Contractor License (Not Required)

Benefits

· Paid time off

· Paid holidays

· Year-End Bonus based on performance and profitability.

· Medical, dental, and vision insurance options

· Life Insurance options

· Company Vehicle provided.