Project Manager - Estimator

Insteel Industries • Columbia, MO

23h

About The Position

Project Manager/Estimator – Cast-in-Place Position Snapshot Provides cost estimates of projects consisting of varying scope of material volume, complexity, and engineering/project management resources under the direction of the Estimating Manager. Essential Duties and Responsibilities An individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Evaluates bid specifications and drawings as inputs. Creates accurate estimates thorough take-offs from plans. Communicates effectively with clients to ensure proper scope is quoted. Obtains competitive quotes for subcontracted work from subcontractors. Develops and issues competitive proposals to customers. Ensures that the organization is fully aware of the necessary tools or information required to successfully bid and acquire a project. Participates in project reviews. Shows creativity and resourcefulness to gain the best profit and pricing balance. Contributes to a database/library of pricing inputs and outputs to refine and streamline the estimating process. Examples include the following at a minimum: Regional rebar costs for supply and placement Reinforcing accessories Detailing/engineering Position requires a person with good interpersonal skills and the ability to be a team player Participation in the process by which customer expectations are managed and satisfied Technical comprehension of customer-provided information to the degree necessary for preparation of competitive ESM drawings, and the tactful and effective communication skills necessary to foster this comprehension and maintain customer trust. Provision of detail on ESM documents and drawings that is thorough, accurate, and complete in proportion to the level of customer-information provided for our use, and consistent in its presentation for Insteel sales interpretation. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities to analyze complex issues and develop effective solutions.
• Proven ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams and across organizational levels.
• Demonstrated initiative and resourcefulness in researching, troubleshooting, and resolving challenges.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with integrity.
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Professional, technical, or administrative training (Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management) preferred.
• Knowledge of construction markets, computer skills, and able to work in a team environment.
• Minimum of one year experience in similar industry; estimating experience in similar industry preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and work-related experience may be acceptable.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the engineered structural mesh and/or prestressed concrete industries is preferred.
• estimating experience in similar industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates bid specifications and drawings as inputs.
• Creates accurate estimates thorough take-offs from plans.
• Communicates effectively with clients to ensure proper scope is quoted.
• Obtains competitive quotes for subcontracted work from subcontractors.
• Develops and issues competitive proposals to customers.
• Ensures that the organization is fully aware of the necessary tools or information required to successfully bid and acquire a project.
• Participates in project reviews.
• Shows creativity and resourcefulness to gain the best profit and pricing balance.
• Contributes to a database/library of pricing inputs and outputs to refine and streamline the estimating process.
• Position requires a person with good interpersonal skills and the ability to be a team player
• Participation in the process by which customer expectations are managed and satisfied
• Technical comprehension of customer-provided information to the degree necessary for preparation of competitive ESM drawings, and the tactful and effective communication skills necessary to foster this comprehension and maintain customer trust.
• Provision of detail on ESM documents and drawings that is thorough, accurate, and complete in proportion to the level of customer-information provided for our use, and consistent in its presentation for Insteel sales interpretation.
• Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay with bonus eligibility based on company performance
• Opportunity for professional growth
• Paid time off including holidays and vacation
• Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees