Estimator/Project Manager - Division 10

About the position

DPR Construction is seeking a division 10 estimator/project manager with a minimum of 5 years of commercial construction experience. This individual will be ultimately responsible for the engaging in preconstruction efforts, day-to-day execution, project controls, project engineering, cost, risk and business management of a particular project. Management will be of commercial projects within our core markets: healthcare, higher education, advanced technology, life sciences and commercial. The estimator/project manager will work closely with all members of the project team, project executives and regional leadership teams.

Responsibilities

• Engaging in preconstruction efforts for DPR self-perform division 10 scope of work.
• Produce complete and detailed estimates for many different project and contract types, each requiring unique attention to details and extensive communication with the project teams.
• Create proposals with detailed specific clarifications, inclusions, and exclusions.
• Read and interpret bid documents, construction plans, and specifications.
• Provide constructability comments and creative construction alternatives.
• Attend architect and owner meetings for review of costs and ideas to bring projects in on budget.
• Management of all project team members (senior project engineer, project engineers, superintendents, and field office coordinator).
• Mentor, develop and train project engineers for fast-paced growth.
• 100% detailed/hands-on knowledge of project scope.
• Cost control/billings/collections/change management/cash flows/monthly status reports.
• Challenge and support jobsite and self-perform work team.
• Accountable for project completion and financials, critical success factors, and customer satisfaction results.
• Coordinate and manage the execution of planning and scheduling of projects.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction, preferably within DPR’s core markets.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field.
• Excellent listening and strong communication skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Ability to create and support team morale.
• Demonstrated understanding of building processes and systems.
• Work scope requires complete understanding of cost estimating, budgeting and forecasting.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software (Prolog or similar), accounting cost management software (CMIC or similar), and scheduling software (Primavera or similar).
• A strong work ethic and a 'can-do' attitude.