Project Manager/Estimator -Fresno CA

About the role

Certerra is a growing national provider of testing, inspection, and certification services that support innovation in new product development, quality assurance, project delivery, and engineered solutions for asset management. The firm is passionate about contributing to the sustainable development of the communities it serves. As a national firm with global reach, Certerra serves national and international clients from 30+ offices across 10 states and is ranked on ENR's Top 500 list. With a 60-year history, Certerra emphasizes high-end services, constant innovation, and investment in world-class laboratory facilities and interactive management technologies. The consulting firm offers professional services in the southwestern United States in geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, construction materials engineering and testing, nondestructive testing, and welding inspection.

The Fresno, CA office is seeking a qualified Project Manager/Estimator to join the team. This role provides a steppingstone into management with a strong career path. The position plans and manages multiple projects assigned by the Senior Project Manager, including interoffice projects on a larger, more complicated scale.

Responsibilities

• Plans and manages multiple projects assigned by the Senior Project Manager, including interoffice projects on a larger, more complicated scale
• Provides leadership, mentoring, and training of other staff
• Offers technical guidance, reviews progress, and advises procedural changes if required
• Provides technical assistance as requested by team
• Provides project management for the entire project
• Conducts coordination meetings with each client
• Performs site visits and field calculations to compensate for change orders, contract estimates to prepare computations and proposals
• Plans alterations and modifications to improve final product
• Receives communications from clients and responds promptly and professionally
• Uses computer programs to illustrate project specifications
• Estimates costs and work schedules
• Prepares budgets, contracts, and other related financial matters bearing on assigned projects; administers contracts and controls budgets
• Primarily responsible for profit and loss on all assigned projects
• Prepares monthly billings and progress reports for assigned projects
• Assists with the preparation of proposals
• Prepares and presents public reports of analysis, information, technical qualifications, and approach at community forums or selection interviews
• Reviews and analyzes structural and civil plans
• Communicates with team members about upcoming deadlines and specific responsibilities
• Attends technical seminars and conferences to increase technical expertise and for marketing purposes
• Performs related duties, special assignments, and projects as required and assigned by Senior Project Management or designee
• Tracks and logs opportunities across multiple databases
• Uses Salesforce for project and client tracking and analysis

Requirements

Education: Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent experience.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years project management/estimating responsibilities. Construction materials testing and special inspection related experience preferred. General computer expertise, strong organizational skills, and excellent oral and written communication ability required.

Preferred Certifications (not required): UDOT, ACI, WAQTC, NICET Level III, and/or ICC certifications in:

• Field Testing
• Soils / Aggregate Testing
• Asphalt Concrete Testing
• Masonry Testing
• Fireproofing

Physical and Other Requirements: Primarily works in a standard office environment. Frequently required to sit, talk, and listen. Occasionally required to walk; use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and ability to adjust focus to read hand-printed materials and computer documents. Operation of telephone, personal computer (including word processing software), and copy machine required. Current valid driver's license and ability to travel by automobile around the state as needed.

Location

Central California region including Clovis, Easton, Sanger, Fowler, Selma, and Kingsburg.