Overview

The PM/Estimator works on a project from bid stage to award, followed by execution and completion. Will plan, direct, and coordinate activities of designated project to ensure
that goals or objectives of projects are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters by performing duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.
Responsible for the preparation of proposals including cost, technical and commercial responses. The PM/Estimator will provide analysis of blueprints, specifications, and other
documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for products, projects, or services. Must learn and understand how to interpret safety hazards related to the work and
effectively implement a construction strategy. Participate in post-bid Q&A and negotiation for award of project work. The PM/Estimator may be required to work in a plant
operations or construction jobsite setting.

Responsibilities

The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

• Conduct a pre-job checklist that will define scope of work
• Prepare technical and commercial approach to proposal cost
• Ensure contract T&Cs are reviewed by appropriate counsel for exceptions or comments
• Perform quantity take-off and price take-off
• Prepare and understand bid schedules, as well as review bids from client and other companies for conformity to contract requirements to determine acceptable bids
• Compute cost factors and prepare estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work; preparing bids; selecting vendors or subcontractors; and determining cost effectiveness
• Consult with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
• Review material and labor requirements, equipment and production costs, performance requirements, and project schedules to ensure completeness and accuracy
• Provide monthly projections of the status of the project and review status reports prepared by project personnel and modify schedules or plans as required
• Award and administer subcontracts, including final approval of payment
• Advise superintendents and construction manager of contractual rights and obligations
• Act as liaison between company, client and subcontractors
• Aggressive collection through invoicing on time, pursuing payment within terms of contract, and using best judgement with schedule of values
• Coordinate project activities with activities of government regulatory or other governmental agencies when applicable
• Assist other workers as needed

Qualifications

Physical

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs., but may occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Hearing and comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions
• Will need to perform sedentary to heavy work
• Will operate office equipment of all types
• Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
• Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, reaching overhead, squatting, sitting or standing and lifting
• Must be able to manipulate and traverse uneven terrain, ladders, and multi-floor buildings with no elevator
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
• Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to drive cars/trucks as needed

Mental

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision and field workers
• Talking and reading & writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy
• Ability to use math/complete calculations
• Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
• Decision making skills necessary
• Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details
• Requires strong leadership and motivational skills