Project Manager/Estimator

The Beaver Companies • Canton, OH

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About The Position

We are looking for a goal‑driven Project Manager/Estimator responsible for all aspects of planning and executing assigned projects, with a primary focus on geotechnical construction work. This position works closely with project superintendents, owners, engineers, and construction managers, and supervises and trains project engineers and other related project staff.
The Project Manager/Estimator creates clear and attainable project objectives while keeping a focus on quality, cost, and time. Experience or interest in geotechnical, earthwork, and foundation-related projects is strongly preferred. This role advocates a teamwork approach and keeps the lines of communication open to ensure the best possible outcome for the customer.

Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of industry practices and the impacts of project activities
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Strong leadership skills and complex problem-solving skills as it relates to customers, equipment, personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, governmental agencies, etc.
• Competent use of MS Office and construction software skills
• Demonstrates respect for coworkers and customers
• Ability and willingness to travel overnight as required by project needs
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent required; equivalent field experience will be considered
• 5 years’ experience in the construction industry required

Nice To Haves

• Previous field experience preferred
• Previous experience in a supervisory role preferred
• Experience or interest in geotechnical, earthwork, and foundation-related projects is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively participates in ensuring job site safety according to Beaver safety policies
• Runs ‘Pre-Job’, ‘Mid-Job’, and ‘Post-Job’ meetings
• Communicates production goals clearly to field supervision
• Manages multiple projects at one time
• Develops and communicates project schedule
• Ensures that the activities of subcontractors and suppliers are monitored, completed appropriately, and are understood by job site Superintendents and Foreman
• Ensures that subcontracts and purchase orders are completed correctly with all pertinent information and submitted in a timely fashion
• Provides mentorship to subcontractors to meet project goals and requirements
• Communicates with owners and their representatives regarding budgets, schedules, and change management in a professional manner, ensuring a long term relationship
• Leads project reviews and problem resolution with owners, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Responds timely to customer's needs without compromising safety, quality, or reputation
• Coordinates project close-out and ensures completion of proper documentation
• Maintains project quality and conformance to drawings and specifications
• Seeks to meet project DBE, MBE, and EEO requirements
• Informs customers of the Beaver Companies’ abilities and areas of expertise
• Maintains a vision of value engineering and actively pursues implementation within the project
• Proactively looks ahead to identify and avoid potential challenges
• Maintains full awareness of all current project conditions and issues, including union, environment, geotechnical, government regulations and permits, materials supply, subcontractors, and schedules
• Develops and maintains positive relationships both publicly and professionally in and outside of the workplace
• Weighs-in on performance reviews for assigned personnel when necessary
• Accurately and efficiently bids projects
• Develops pricing for RFPs, change orders, change authorizations, bulletins, etc.
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of how each project was bid and communicates efficiently with project Superintendents
• Identifies and manages project scope changes
• Coordinates job set-up, cost codes, and reporting project costs
• Manages project payment applications
• Tracks quantities to update project revenues
• Directs pre-job planning, turnover, lessons learned, etc.
• Manages project claims and change orders
• Takes the lead to address and solve issues that impact safety, job costs, production, quality, and profitability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees