Project Manager/Estimator - Foundation - Rochester, MN

$97,500 - $129,000/Yr

Veit National - Des Moines, IA

Full-time - Mid Level

Des Moines, IA

Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction

About the position

Veit is seeking a Project Manager/Estimator to manage various phases of a multi-year, large-scale, civil construction healthcare project in Rochester, MN. This position is accountable for all aspects of the project's success from the initial proposal/bidding process to delivering maximum value to the customer, to the profitable completion of the jobs, with a strong emphasis on safety performance. The Project Manager/Estimator's primary duty is to bid and secure Foundation construction projects. Once projects are awarded, the Project Manager/Estimator manages the contract work from start to finish including scheduling, cost containment, monitoring progress, compliance, and client contact.

Responsibilities

• Seeks out/completes bid opportunities through client relationships, networking opportunities, public/private postings, assigned bid opportunities, and various other means.
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with current clients; responsible for creating relationships with potential future clients.
• Estimates projects for bid submittal by reviewing plans and specifications, calculating quantities, gathering quotes and submittals, constructing the bid, and creating the bid submittal.
• Coordinates pre-construction meetings for projects awarded to ensure communication and coordination between project managers, field, and office support.
• Obtains necessary permits and licensing.
• Manages costs by tracking labor, equipment, and materials.
• Manages billing with Project Coordinators to ensure accuracy of invoicing, preparation of payables, accounts receivable collections, approval of accounts payable in a timely manner and management of over/under billing monthly.
• Communicates and is responsible for meeting EEO/DBE project requirements.
• Ensures all aspects of the project are met safely, on/under budget and in the appropriate time frame allowed.
• Uses appropriate resources to troubleshoot any project issues that may arise.
• Seeks approval for all project change orders (before work is completed) and manages changes to the scope of work to maintain profitability.
• Coordinates efforts and communication with the project owner/general contractor to work toward safe and timely project completion and adjust project scope of work and timelines as needed.
• Assures that Veit's Leadership is informed on all matters of relative importance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree; minimum of 5 years experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Construction Bidding and Project Management software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Experience with MS Teams is desirable but not required.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate information to all levels of management, employees, external vendors, and other business associates.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, clients, and/or regulatory agencies.
• Ability to define problems, collect and document data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to develop and nurture lasting client relationships.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all Veit policies and procedures.

Nice-to-haves

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

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Retirement plans with matching contributions
• Generous paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program