Assistant PM/Estimator - North Dakota

Veit•Bismarck, ND

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY The Assistant Project Manager/Estimator’s primary duty is to assist the Project Manager/Estimator in managing contract work from start to finish, including scheduling, cost containment, monitoring progress, ensuring compliance, and maintaining client contact, which may involve working on job sites for the duration of the project. Review plans and specifications, gather quantities, and work with the Project Manager to execute the final bid proposal. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Work directly with the Project Manager, managing the project from start to finish, may include working on jobsite for the project duration. Review plans and specifications to determine the scope of the work required for the project. Maintains project schedules. Assists with planning, organization, execution, and managing the day-to-day operations while keeping the project within budget. Identify resource requirements and gaps. Assists in recognizing, substantiating, and solidifying change orders. Monitor project performance. Informs the Project Manager of job progress daily. Review job sites before bidding to make appropriate estimates. Completes an accurate material takeoff utilizing industry-specific software programs including but not limited to AGTEK, Excel, Bluebeam, etc., and perform hand takeoff quantities for various aspects of each project. Calculates quantities (square yard, linear feet, cubic yard, each, etc.) for each project to factor materials needed and material movement. Solicits quotes from subcontractors for bid preparation and final numbers. Keeps DBE/MBE requirements in mind with subcontractor invitations to bid. Collects quotes on materials required for the project. Constructs the bid by adding activities (work to be completed), crews, and equipment and adjusting production rates. Prints out bid proposals to create proposals. Sends/delivers to the owner or general contractor of each bid in the time frame required. Determines results of bids by contacting General Contractors or communication from the bid runner for publicly awarded jobs. Works with the Project Manager to manage the project after the job is awarded. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with current clients and be responsible for creating relationships with potential future clients. Assures that Leadership is informed on all matters of relative importance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Construction Management or Civil Engineering from a four-year college or university; or a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience managing projects and bidding/estimating projects; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Good communication skills, both oral and written, when working with all levels of management, employees, external vendors, and other business associates.
Must clearly communicate directions and information and speak effectively before groups as well as individuals. Must also have good interpersonal skills.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions. Must know standard conversions used in the construction industry.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret policies, reports, and legal documents.
Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from clients, regulatory agencies, and internal safety complaints.
Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or regulatory agencies.
Knowledge of Bidding and Project Management software, Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
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 job sites and client meetings

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Viewpoint Vista and HCSS construction software is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work directly with the Project Manager, managing the project from start to finish, may include working on jobsite for the project duration.
Review plans and specifications to determine the scope of the work required for the project.
Maintains project schedules.
Assists with planning, organization, execution, and managing the day-to-day operations while keeping the project within budget.
Identify resource requirements and gaps.
Assists in recognizing, substantiating, and solidifying change orders.
Monitor project performance.
Informs the Project Manager of job progress daily.
Review job sites before bidding to make appropriate estimates.
Completes an accurate material takeoff utilizing industry-specific software programs including but not limited to AGTEK, Excel, Bluebeam, etc., and perform hand takeoff quantities for various aspects of each project.
Calculates quantities (square yard, linear feet, cubic yard, each, etc.) for each project to factor materials needed and material movement.
Solicits quotes from subcontractors for bid preparation and final numbers.
Keeps DBE/MBE requirements in mind with subcontractor invitations to bid.
Collects quotes on materials required for the project.
Constructs the bid by adding activities (work to be completed), crews, and equipment and adjusting production rates.
Prints out bid proposals to create proposals.
Sends/delivers to the owner or general contractor of each bid in the time frame required.
Determines results of bids by contacting General Contractors or communication from the bid runner for publicly awarded jobs.
Works with the Project Manager to manage the project after the job is awarded.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with current clients and be responsible for creating relationships with potential future clients.
Assures that Leadership is informed on all matters of relative importance.