Project Manager Estimator - Special Projects - Milwaukee

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Summary

Our client is looking for an experienced Special Projects Project Manager who will also prepare cost and labor estimates for construction projects by way of analyzing project drawings, specifications, and RFP's. We want someone who can manage multiple projects at once and ensures a clear understanding of all aspects of assigned projects under $3M in value.

Client Details

This commercial General Contractor has been around for several decades and still is one of the faster growing construction companies in Wisconsin. They specialize in commercial construction including: Education, Health care, Light Industrial, Retail and Multi-family. The company offers an excellent benefits package with amazing bonus potential and focuses very heavily on their employees' career development and work flexibility.

Career growth for this position would very likely lead into a Senior PM or Senior Estimator role within 1-3 years time and the opportunity up from there extends into the company's leadership and director level team. You will be expected to make a small impact from Day 1 and be put through a two month company training program, with the expectation you're up on your feet and running by the end of six months.

Company culture is excellent and we provide a very team-oriented and supportive environment. We are growing tremendously and need someone with the passion and motivation to come into this already great construction contractor and build with us upward as we grow.

Description

• Coordinate and direct the Design, Estimating, Purchasing, Engineering, Accounting, Cost, and Construction functions as they relate to the completion of the project.
• Take the lead in seeing that the master progress schedule is established and maintained, incorporating dates and times for owner decisions, availability of design information, procurement of materials and subcontracts, and lead times for fabrication and field installation.
• Prepare cost and labor estimates for construction projects by way of analyzing project drawings, specifications, and RFP's.
• Submit timely questions for clarification during the bid process.
• Attend pre-bid meetings.
• Prepare qualified subcontractor lists.
• Solicit bids from a comprehensive set of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Create, use and manage all cost control tools including logs and budget reports.
• To execute projects in conformance with the contract documents and achieve expected financial results.

Profile

• Minimum of 3-10 years of related construction experience, yes, it's a wide range.
• Commercial construction strongly preferred, either in healthcare, education, industrial, government, multi-family or large retail construction.
• A bachelor's degree preferably in construction management, engineering, architecture or related field.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• The ability to multi-task and keep a calm demeanor while managing several projects at once.
• A sense of urgency while maintaining strong attention to detail and accuracy is crucial.
• Has an ability to communicate regularly with subcontractors.
• Leadership skills are always a plus, we're looking for future business leaders.

Job Offer

• Up to $95,000 base salary.
• Individual performance bonuses.
• Company profit sharing bonuses.
• Health insurance benefits.
• Dental insurance benefits.
• Vision insurance benefits.
• 401k company match.
• Company vehicle allowance.
• 3 weeks PTO + sick/personal days
• Company cell phone
• Company iPad/Computer
• Maternal and Paternal leave