Estimator/Project Manager-Heavy Civil Bridges/Structures - Gpac

I am partnered with a well-established Heavy Civil Construction Contractor who is looking for an Estimator/Project Manager to come in and take the reins of our Bridge/Structures Division. This would consist of bidding work and managing projects for 2-3 Bridge Crews currently performing around 4 million a year. 

The successful candidate will have prior experience as a Heavy Civil Estimator in Bridges and Structures.

The position requires strong computer and leadership skills. Organizational skills along with good written and verbal skills are essential. An Estimator/Project Manager accurately estimates the cost, time, materials, labor, and equipment required for a construction project. They perform cost analyses, determine the duration of a project, procure vendors and subcontractors, and ensure that resources are managed, and deadlines are met for all projects. The company values talented professionals and rewards individuals who are responsible for the success of the company. Position offers opportunities for salary growth as it will go as far as he/she can grow revenues. Position would answer to CEO and two owners. 

You must have prior experience as an Estimator/Project Manager to be considered for this position.

7+ years Estimating Bridges, Heavy Highways, and Structures

5+ years as a Project Manager

Essential Skills:

• Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate to determine change order specs • Calculate the cost of electrical constructions based on reviewing and evaluating available documents  • Analyze project for value engineering options while considering specific job conditions that may affect labor and material to be purchased and installed  • Reviews and evaluate project plans and specifications, bid documents, and other relevant project documents to identify what is needed for a project and to create a bid proposal  • Identify any inconsistent issues, conflicts, and other problems in the bid documents  • Solicit subcontractor and/or supplier information and pricing  • Prepares instructions to bidders, bid form, and other bid solicitation information as required.  • Reviews and/or manages the review and scoping of specialty contractor bids  • Analyze alternate means and methods to determine the most economic process  • Build effective relationships with customers, design team, specialty contractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer’s expectations  • Keeps company management, project management, clients, general contractors, and all others involved in project current on bid projects  • Actively participates in industry, client, and community relations to enhance company image  • Develops and maintains a positive relationship with vendors and clients  • Assist on turnover meetings to operations team upon award of a project.  • Promote and enforce a safe working environment

Requirements:

• 5+ years of Bridge / Structure estimating experience  • Skills in MS Office • Experience with Industry Estimating software - B2W Suite of field programs  • Must be accurate, possess attention to detail and be proactive in pointing out potential issues  • Excellent communication (verbal and written) and relationship building skills  • Problem solving and critical thinking skills  • Ability to prioritize and manage time for yourself and others 

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package 

Take the next step in your career. APPLY NOW! Please contact Victoria Powell directly for more information at victoria.powell@gogpac.com or call (504)784-6906

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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