Commercial Painting Estimator/Project Manager - Western Partitions Inc.
Sumner, WA 98390
About the Job
- Understand and comply with all WPI policies, procedures, and corporate safety program.
- Actively participate in the safety plans and measures of the assigned projects.
- Manage projects from start to finish.
- Working with our other departments, put together complete estimates.
- Review drawings, specifications, bid forms, and other paperwork to prepare detailed proposals.
- Communicates with the client during the bidding phase and on any modifications of a project.
- Assess budget and plan profitability status and objectives.
- Ask feedback on corrective actions to enhance the continuous identification and reliability of cost figures.
- Thoroughly analyze different areas of a project to collect relevant data.
- Participate in job walks to assess site conditions to inform a reliable and realistic bid.
- Review contract language, scope of work, and special provisions in the contract. Make sure project team members are aware of these items.
- Get material, subcontractor, and engineering quotes from at least three (3) separate vendors (project buyout).
- Prepare RFI’s, submittals, and shop drawings.
- Price change requests and update the budget promptly.
- Review the weekly job cost report with the project Foreman and team.
- Prepare billings and approve invoices for payment.
- Track progress and spending, ensuring the work is completed on time and within budget.
- Coordinate warranties, O&M’s, and closeout on projects.
- Complete and be accountable for the job cost control measures through monthly Financial Projections on assigned projects.
- Provides project team leadership throughout construction project development
- Ability to diagnose and process key information, recognize critical areas on the job that could impact profitability, and then actively navigate the project away from risks and liabilities for a successful outcome.
- Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook).
- Strong oral and written communication skills is required.
- Ability to work in team environment is required.
- Strong customer service skills are required.
- Ability to multitask, think critically, and problem-solve is required.
- Ability to learn new job skills by engaging in the technical aspects of the job and applying new skills as they are taught is required.
- Must be able to work independently, make decisions, and follow through on all assignments.
- Must possess strong organizational and computer use skills and have a high level of competency to read/write/speak English and communicate with coworkers.
Preferred Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, Business, Accounting, or related field.
- 3 - 5 years of experience as a Project Manager/Estimator in the commercial painting industry.
- Local to office is preferred
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
- Competitive pay
- Incentive bonus plan
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
- Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option
- Life insurance, accidental death, and disability benefits
- Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays
WPI provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
About Western Partitions Inc.:
Western Partitions, Inc. (WPI) is one of the largest and most reputable interior/exterior contracting firms in the western United States. WPI provides superior contracting services for drywall, metal studs, acoustic ceilings, wall panels, fireproofing, firestopping, stucco, and painting. We also provide contracting services for doors, frames, and related hardware.Headquartered in Wilsonville, Oregon, WPI also has offices in Eugene, Seattle, Reno, Las Vegas, Albuquerque, Salt Lake City, Spokane and Phoenix. WPI serves the West including Oregon, Washington, California, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Hawaii, Alaska and other regions determined by our growing national customer base.