MAREK
Job Summary
The Estimator-Project Manager sells and/or manages commercial construction projects. He or she builds strong relationships with both new and existing customers, consistently secures successful projects, and leads the project team to complete projects in partnership with the General Contractor and in line with the Owner’s vision. He or she also builds relationships with vendors and other partners and acts as the key contact for escalation of issues. Honesty, strong communication and organizational skills, a drive for results, and an ability to cultivate a spirit of teamwork are all critical to his or her success.
Job Responsibilities Business Development
Proactively identifies and pursues target customers and projects in alignment with Marek goals
Creates and maintains close, trusting relationships with customers and potential customers
Develops insights into customers’ business plans with their clients
Influences recommendations, project scope, decision criteria, schedule, etc. on the front end to best position Marek and customer for win-win outcomes
Consistently secures profitable and/or strategic customers and projects
Delivers a complete, well-informed customer presentation
Effectively balances potential risks and rewards when negotiating
Actively participates in industry or related organizations
Cost Estimating
Effectively assesses and prioritizes opportunities to bid
Accurately assesses all factors of project scope which may affect cost, including probable scope which may have been left out or is unspecified
Reviews plan, drawings, specifications, schedule and may visit construction site to note geographic features, site access, logistics for material staging, etc.
Works closely with potential suppliers, manufacturers and subcontractors on quotes
Manages time and abilities to deliver an on-time bid
Project Management Plans and Coordinates Pre-Job
Partners with field leaders and customer to plan pre-job, including identifying and resolving potential scope, schedule, sequence, contract, budget, safety, material staging or manpower issues, and developing appropriate internal cost code structure
Effectively solicits competitive proposals and buyout of materials, vendors and subcontractors
Engages in regularly scheduled production look-ahead meetings
Maximizes Profitability
Develops and gains agreement from customer on a schedule of values which ensures project is funded appropriately and pre-empts risky cost questions at the end of the job
Ensures timely and effective billing and collections
Works side-by-side with Marek field leadership and the customer to manage ongoing labor and material costs and beat the budget
Manages Project Delivery
Serves as a resource to the field, is regularly present on the job to support Marek field team and effectively navigate safety, cost and quality-impact issues
Effectively manages cost, schedule, sequence and resources (labor, materials, third parties) to ensure precision project delivery
Confronts customer with issues affecting safety, cost, production or quality, offering solutions leading to a positive resolution
Effectively documents customer agreements through the RFI and/or change order process
Generates all closing documentation and closing actions
Ensures both GC and Owner are satisfied with the value Marek provided
Job Requirements Education
High School Diploma/GED with equivalent work experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field of study a plus
Experience
3+ years of progressive experience in commercial or residential construction industry selling, estimating and managing projects, preferably in general contracting or drywall and interiors.
Proven track record developing new customers and selling projects to both new and existing customers, field experience a plus.
Demonstrated experience using various estimating, scheduling, and/or project management technology (Quick Bid, On-Screen Take-Off, project management and blueprint collaboration software such as BlueBeam, PlanGrid, etc.)
Skills
Strong knowledge of construction practices, estimating, and project management methods
Strong numerical and reason skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail
Action and results oriented
Customer service skills and ability to be flexible
Team player with the ability to interact professionally with all levels both internally and externally
Strong organizational skills
Working Conditions
Able to work a varied schedule to complete projects and meet deadlines in response to changing demands.
Able to work overtime (scheduled and/or unscheduled, nights and/or weekends) as needed or required to meet established deadlines.
Able to work in fast paced environment with high daily pressure to meet deadlines.
Able to perform work indoors in an office environment, regardless of whether cubicle, open office or private office.
Physical Requirements
Able to demonstrate the manual dexterity to operate a personal computer effectively.
Able to communicate orally in a clear manner.
Able to hear oral communication either in person or on equipment such as telephone or mobile phone.
Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop, for extended periods of time creating, composing and reviewing documents and spreadsheets.
Able to operate office equipment, including telephone, mobile phone, photocopier, fax machine, scanner and calculator.
Direct Reports This position may have direct reports
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industry Construction
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Job Responsibilities Business Development
Proactively identifies and pursues target customers and projects in alignment with Marek goals
Creates and maintains close, trusting relationships with customers and potential customers
Develops insights into customers’ business plans with their clients
Influences recommendations, project scope, decision criteria, schedule, etc. on the front end to best position Marek and customer for win-win outcomes
Consistently secures profitable and/or strategic customers and projects
Delivers a complete, well-informed customer presentation
Effectively balances potential risks and rewards when negotiating
Actively participates in industry or related organizations
Cost Estimating
Effectively assesses and prioritizes opportunities to bid
Accurately assesses all factors of project scope which may affect cost, including probable scope which may have been left out or is unspecified
Reviews plan, drawings, specifications, schedule and may visit construction site to note geographic features, site access, logistics for material staging, etc.
Works closely with potential suppliers, manufacturers and subcontractors on quotes
Manages time and abilities to deliver an on-time bid
Project Management Plans and Coordinates Pre-Job
Partners with field leaders and customer to plan pre-job, including identifying and resolving potential scope, schedule, sequence, contract, budget, safety, material staging or manpower issues, and developing appropriate internal cost code structure
Effectively solicits competitive proposals and buyout of materials, vendors and subcontractors
Engages in regularly scheduled production look-ahead meetings
Maximizes Profitability
Develops and gains agreement from customer on a schedule of values which ensures project is funded appropriately and pre-empts risky cost questions at the end of the job
Ensures timely and effective billing and collections
Works side-by-side with Marek field leadership and the customer to manage ongoing labor and material costs and beat the budget
Manages Project Delivery
Serves as a resource to the field, is regularly present on the job to support Marek field team and effectively navigate safety, cost and quality-impact issues
Effectively manages cost, schedule, sequence and resources (labor, materials, third parties) to ensure precision project delivery
Confronts customer with issues affecting safety, cost, production or quality, offering solutions leading to a positive resolution
Effectively documents customer agreements through the RFI and/or change order process
Generates all closing documentation and closing actions
Ensures both GC and Owner are satisfied with the value Marek provided
Job Requirements Education
High School Diploma/GED with equivalent work experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field of study a plus
Experience
3+ years of progressive experience in commercial or residential construction industry selling, estimating and managing projects, preferably in general contracting or drywall and interiors.
Proven track record developing new customers and selling projects to both new and existing customers, field experience a plus.
Demonstrated experience using various estimating, scheduling, and/or project management technology (Quick Bid, On-Screen Take-Off, project management and blueprint collaboration software such as BlueBeam, PlanGrid, etc.)
Skills
Strong knowledge of construction practices, estimating, and project management methods
Strong numerical and reason skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail
Action and results oriented
Customer service skills and ability to be flexible
Team player with the ability to interact professionally with all levels both internally and externally
Strong organizational skills
Working Conditions
Able to work a varied schedule to complete projects and meet deadlines in response to changing demands.
Able to work overtime (scheduled and/or unscheduled, nights and/or weekends) as needed or required to meet established deadlines.
Able to work in fast paced environment with high daily pressure to meet deadlines.
Able to perform work indoors in an office environment, regardless of whether cubicle, open office or private office.
Physical Requirements
Able to demonstrate the manual dexterity to operate a personal computer effectively.
Able to communicate orally in a clear manner.
Able to hear oral communication either in person or on equipment such as telephone or mobile phone.
Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop, for extended periods of time creating, composing and reviewing documents and spreadsheets.
Able to operate office equipment, including telephone, mobile phone, photocopier, fax machine, scanner and calculator.
Direct Reports This position may have direct reports
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industry Construction
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