VEIT · 1 month ago
Traveling Project Manager / Estimator - Mission Critical
Veit is one of the country’s leading specialty contractors, with over 96 years of experience and the best people in the industry. The Project Manager/Estimator’s primary duty is to bid and secure construction projects, and manage the contract work from start to finish including scheduling, cost containment, and client contact.
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Responsibilities
Seeks out/completes bid opportunities through client relationships, networking opportunities, public/private postings, assigned bid opportunities, and various other means
Develops and maintains positive working relationships with current clients; responsible for creating relationships with potential future clients
Estimates projects for bid submittal by reviewing plans and specifications, calculating quantities, gathering quotes and submittals, constructing the bid, and creating the bid submittal
Coordinates pre-construction meetings for projects awarded to ensure communication and coordination between project managers, field, and office support. Works with operations staff to coordinate appropriate construction methods and staffing needs
Obtains necessary permits and licensing
Manages costs by tracking labor, equipment, and materials
Manages 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
Communicates and is responsible for meeting EEO/DBE project requirements
Ensures all aspects of the project are met safely, on/under budget and in the appropriate time frame allowed
Uses appropriate resources to troubleshoot any project issues that may arise
Seeks approval for all project change orders (before work is completed) and manages changes to the scope of work to maintain profitability
Coordinates 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
Assures that Leadership is informed on all matters of relative importance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree; minimum of 5 years experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated proficiency with Construction Bidding and Project Management software
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate information to all levels of management, employees, external vendors, and other business associates
Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, clients, and/or regulatory agencies
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 company policies and procedures
Valid Driver's License and ability to maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
Occasional travel and overnight stays to jobsites outside of office location area (10%)
Preferred
Experience with MS Teams is desirable but not required
Working knowledge of Viewpoint Vista and HCSS construction software is preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Retirement plans with matching contributions
Generous paid time off
Profit sharing
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Company
VEIT
Veit is a leading Midwest specialty contractor with over 97 years of experience specializing in demolition, foundations, earthwork, utilities, marine services, industrial cleaning, cured-in-place pipelining, and waste disposal.
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