Senior Project Manager/Estimator (Foundations)

About the Role

The Senior Project Manager/Estimator's primary duty is to finalize bids and secure projects. Once projects are awarded, the role provides overall management direction of contract work from start to finish including scheduling, cost containment, monitoring progress, compliance, and client contact. Responsible for overall direction of large revenue projects for group, establishes project objectives, and prepares and/or coordinates preparation of full estimates on large complex work.

Responsibilities

• Finalize client and public entity estimates and proposals.
• Seek out and complete bid opportunities through client relationships, network opportunities, public/private postings, assigned bid opportunities, etc.
• Prepare and/or coordinate preparation of full estimates on large complex work including reviewing plan and specifications, calculating quantities, gathering quotes and submittals, constructing the bid, and creating the bid submittal.
• Provide overall management direction to multiple projects, establishing project directives including coordinating pre-construction meetings for projects awarded to ensure communication and coordination between project managers, field, and office support.
• Work with operations staff to coordinate appropriate construction methods and staffing needs.
• Obtain necessary permits and licensing.
• Manage costs by tracking labor and materials.
• Manage billing, with Project Coordinators, to ensure accuracy of invoicing, preparation of payables, accounts receivable collections, approval of accounts payable in a timely manner and management of over/under billing monthly.
• Communicate and work with appropriate staff to meet all EEO/DBE project requirements.
• Ensure all aspects of project are met safely, on/under budget and in the appropriate time frame allowed.
• Use appropriate resources to troubleshoot any project issues that may arise.
• Seek approval for all project change orders (before work is completed) and manage changes to the scope of work to maintain profitability.
• Coordinate efforts and communication with the project owner/general contractor to work toward safe and timely project completion and adjust project scope of work and timelines as needed.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with current clients; responsible for creating relationships with potential future clients.
• Assure that Veit's Leadership is informed on all matters of relative importance.
• Supervise Estimator I, Estimator II, and Project Manager/Estimators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• 15+ years of estimating and managing large complex projects experience in related scope of work.
• Valid Driver's License and ability to maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record.
• Occasional travel and overnight stays to jobsites and client meetings.

Skills

• Good communication skills both oral and written when working with all levels of management, employees, external vendors, and other business associates. Must clearly communicate directions and information and speak effectively before groups as well as individuals. Must also have good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions. 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 interpret an extensive variety of situations and events and respond accordingly. Ability to seek counsel, when needed and use a variety of resources.
• Ability to develop and nurture lasting client relationships.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all Veit policies and procedures.
• Working knowledge of Viewpoint Vista and HCSS construction software is preferred.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The employee is regularly required to stand and/or sit in a stationary position for extended periods of time; 50%+. 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. The employee occasionally may encounter high noise levels, but hearing protection is provided/required.

Work Environment

Most often an office environment, however jobsite travel is required. Employees frequently work 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.

Benefits

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.