Junior Project Manager / Estimator

Progressive Staffing LLC•Buffalo, NY

1d•$24 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Our client, an established MEP contracting company in WNY, is looking to hire a Junior Project Manager / Estimator to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on both industrial and commercial projects, building experience, and growing your career. Company is looking to train and develop someone long-term.

Requirements

Degree preferred in Construction Management or Engineering
Experience, knowledge, or education in AutoCAD preferred to read blueprints
Strong mathematical skills
Professional demeanor and ability to interact with clients
Great interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
Strong organization skills, analytical, and time management skills
Meticulous attention to detail
Self-motivated
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available

Responsibilities

Perform daily responsibilities contributing to the overall success of each project
Draft proposals that detail project needs, eliminating any issues for the general contractors
Visit job site locations to ensure project development plans align with on-site realities
Collaborate with Sales team members to analyze project data and numbers and accurately create estimates
Utilize AutoCAD review drawings and conduct takeoffs in order to accurately ensure each project’s estimates
Take part in the development of in-house budgets, buyouts, and submittals
Create and develop relationships with vendors and contractors, gathering necessary engineering data and negotiating pricing on equipment/products necessary
Work with Engineers to ensure equipment and products are approved for each project
Attend meetings with internal and external team members to ensure numbers and drawings make sense
Analyze data and drawings to identify cost-saving opportunities and effectively communicate findings, ensuring full transparency if the project’s scope changes
Manage several projects at a time, maneuvering from one to the other with ease
Monitor the status of each project to ensure they remain on schedule according to each specific deadline
Ensure smooth and efficient project handoffs takes place when transitioning files to the Project Manger
Work well in a team environment as well as independently
Other duties as assigned/as necessary