Construction Project Manager / Estimator

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER / ESTIMATOR

Well-established General Contractor with over 40 years of experience working in the tri-state area is seeking an efficient and organized Estimator & Project Coordinator. Candidate must have experience working on interior and exterior renovation projects and be familiar with New York City Building codes including Chapter 33.  The Estimator & Project Coordinator will report to the Owner of the company.

As an Estimator & Project Coordinator, you will need to have a thorough understanding of construction principles and techniques, as well as experience working with construction plans and specifications. You should have strong analytical skills and be able to accurately assess the materials and labor needed for a project, as well as any potential challenges or risks that may impact the cost of the project.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meet and communicate project details with clients, contractors and vendors
• Perform drawing take-offs and estimate material quantities
• Review plans and resolve issues and concerns regarding the projects, scopes and identify special requirements during the bid process
• Initiate and manage RFIs and RFPs related to the bid process
• Develop a complete understanding of the projects
• Participate in bid walk-throughs
• Coordinate and compile subcontractor bid packages
• Estimate project costs and assemble final bid packages and proposals
• Provide ongoing support to project management team as required throughout the course of the project, including project hand off, responding to questions, providing back up information, selecting and negotiating with vendors for purchasing, assembling specs, and preparing material submittals for architect review
• Experience preparing project schedules

VALUABLE SKILLS AND QUALITIES:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Construction Management and/or Architecture
• 5+ years of working across commercial/residential projects managing multiple projects
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (including Microsoft Project)
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment (office and field)
• Possess a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
• Must be willing to submit to a full background check
• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Strong working knowledge of NYC building codes, procedures and permitting
• OSHA 40 Hour SST Certificate (required)
• Ability to work on a team as well as independently
• High attention to detail

BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive benefit plan with no employee contribution (to start after 90 days)
• 401K plan with company matching (to start after 90 days)
• Opportunity to work across a variety of construction projects
• Reimbursement for job related expenses
• Company vehicle