Beaver Excavating Company
Project Manager/Estimator - Masonry
Beaver Excavating Company, East Canton, Ohio, United States, 44730
Beaver Constructors Inc. is looking for a Masonry Project Manager/Estimator responsible for all aspects of planning and execution of assigned projects. The role works closely with superintendents, owners, engineers, and construction managers. It also supervises and trains project management team members, advocates a teamwork approach, and keeps communication lines open to ensure the best possible outcome for the customer. Masonry takeoff and estimating is a priority.
This includes the ability to read and understand construction documents, review plans/specs/RFPs, perform detailed quantity takeoffs, prepare accurate masonry estimates, and develop competitive bids.
Responsibilities
Actively participate in ensuring job site safety according to Beaver safety policies.
Run ‘Pre-Job’, ‘Mid-Job’, and ‘Post-Job’ meetings.
Communicate production goals clearly to field supervision.
Manage multiple projects at one time.
Develop and communicate project schedule.
Ensure that the activities of subcontractors and suppliers are monitored, completed appropriately, and understood by job site superintendents and foremen.
Ensure that subcontracts and purchase orders are completed correctly with all pertinent information and submitted in a timely fashion.
Provide mentorship to subcontractors to meet project goals and requirements.
Communicate with owners and their representatives regarding budgets, schedules, and change management in a professional manner, ensuring a long‑term relationship.
Lead project reviews and problem resolution with owners, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Respond timely to customers’ needs without compromising safety, quality, or reputation.
Maintain project quality and conformance to drawings and specifications.
Seek to meet project DBE, MBE, and EEO requirements.
Inform customers of the Beaver Company’s abilities and areas of expertise.
Maintain a vision of value engineering and actively pursue implementation within the project.
Proactively look ahead to identify and avoid potential challenges.
Maintain full awareness of all current project conditions and issues, including union, environment, geotechnical, government regulations and permits, materials supply, subcontractors, and schedules.
Coordinate with field supervisors, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Schedule and manage resources to keep masonry work on time.
Conduct jobsite visits to monitor masonry progress, quality, and safety.
Coordinate project close‑out and ensure completion of proper documentation.
Prepare close‑out documentation and ensure masonry project compliance.
Estimating & Bidding responsibilities:
Accurately and efficiently take off and bid projects.
Develop pricing for RFPs, change orders, change authorizations, bulletins, etc.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of how each project was bid and communicate efficiently with project superintendents.
Review construction drawings, specifications, and RFPs related to masonry work.
Read and interpret construction documents.
Perform estimating, detailed takeoffs, and scheduling functions for masonry projects.
Prepare detailed and accurate masonry construction estimates using industry‑standard software.
Possess conceptual estimating ability to understand project requirements with limited information (Design/Build).
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for masonry scopes of work.
Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes.
Develop competitive bids, cost estimates, schedules, and value‑engineering options.
Prepare and present proposals to leadership and clients.
Ensure all masonry estimates include accurate quantities, production rates, and evaluated quotes.
Cost Management responsibilities:
Identify and manage project scope changes.
Coordinate job set‑up, cost codes, and reporting project costs.
Manage project payment applications.
Track quantities to update project revenues.
Direct pre‑job planning, turnover, lessons learned, etc.
Manage project claims and change orders.
Takes the lead to address and solve issues that impact safety, job costs, production, quality, and profitability.
Manage budgets, cost tracking, change orders, and billing for masonry scopes.
Marketing & New Work Development responsibilities:
Develop and maintain positive relationships both publicly and professionally in and outside of the workplace.
Management & Development responsibilities:
Weigh‑in on performance reviews for assigned personnel when necessary.
Maintain strong relationships with clients, inspectors, and stakeholders related to masonry work.
Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company.
Skills & Requirements
Ability to read and understand construction documents.
Ability to review plans, specs, and RFPs for masonry projects.
Ability to perform estimating, detailed take‑off, and scheduling functions.
Ability to take off masonry and estimate.
Ability to solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes and develop competitive bids.
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and estimating software.
Ability to demonstrate an understanding of industry practices and the impacts of project activities.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Strong leadership skills and complex problem‑solving skills as it relates to customers, equipment, personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, governmental agencies, etc.
Competent use of MS Office and construction software skills.
Demonstrates respect for coworkers and customers.
Ability to take off masonry and estimate.
Travel Ability and willingness to travel overnight as required by project needs.
Education & Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering; equivalent degree or field experience will be considered.
5 years’ experience in the construction industry required.
Previous field experience preferred.
Previous experience in a supervisory role preferred.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Equal Opportunity The Beaver Companies provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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This includes the ability to read and understand construction documents, review plans/specs/RFPs, perform detailed quantity takeoffs, prepare accurate masonry estimates, and develop competitive bids.
Responsibilities
Actively participate in ensuring job site safety according to Beaver safety policies.
Run ‘Pre-Job’, ‘Mid-Job’, and ‘Post-Job’ meetings.
Communicate production goals clearly to field supervision.
Manage multiple projects at one time.
Develop and communicate project schedule.
Ensure that the activities of subcontractors and suppliers are monitored, completed appropriately, and understood by job site superintendents and foremen.
Ensure that subcontracts and purchase orders are completed correctly with all pertinent information and submitted in a timely fashion.
Provide mentorship to subcontractors to meet project goals and requirements.
Communicate with owners and their representatives regarding budgets, schedules, and change management in a professional manner, ensuring a long‑term relationship.
Lead project reviews and problem resolution with owners, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Respond timely to customers’ needs without compromising safety, quality, or reputation.
Maintain project quality and conformance to drawings and specifications.
Seek to meet project DBE, MBE, and EEO requirements.
Inform customers of the Beaver Company’s abilities and areas of expertise.
Maintain a vision of value engineering and actively pursue implementation within the project.
Proactively look ahead to identify and avoid potential challenges.
Maintain full awareness of all current project conditions and issues, including union, environment, geotechnical, government regulations and permits, materials supply, subcontractors, and schedules.
Coordinate with field supervisors, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Schedule and manage resources to keep masonry work on time.
Conduct jobsite visits to monitor masonry progress, quality, and safety.
Coordinate project close‑out and ensure completion of proper documentation.
Prepare close‑out documentation and ensure masonry project compliance.
Estimating & Bidding responsibilities:
Accurately and efficiently take off and bid projects.
Develop pricing for RFPs, change orders, change authorizations, bulletins, etc.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of how each project was bid and communicate efficiently with project superintendents.
Review construction drawings, specifications, and RFPs related to masonry work.
Read and interpret construction documents.
Perform estimating, detailed takeoffs, and scheduling functions for masonry projects.
Prepare detailed and accurate masonry construction estimates using industry‑standard software.
Possess conceptual estimating ability to understand project requirements with limited information (Design/Build).
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for masonry scopes of work.
Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes.
Develop competitive bids, cost estimates, schedules, and value‑engineering options.
Prepare and present proposals to leadership and clients.
Ensure all masonry estimates include accurate quantities, production rates, and evaluated quotes.
Cost Management responsibilities:
Identify and manage project scope changes.
Coordinate job set‑up, cost codes, and reporting project costs.
Manage project payment applications.
Track quantities to update project revenues.
Direct pre‑job planning, turnover, lessons learned, etc.
Manage project claims and change orders.
Takes the lead to address and solve issues that impact safety, job costs, production, quality, and profitability.
Manage budgets, cost tracking, change orders, and billing for masonry scopes.
Marketing & New Work Development responsibilities:
Develop and maintain positive relationships both publicly and professionally in and outside of the workplace.
Management & Development responsibilities:
Weigh‑in on performance reviews for assigned personnel when necessary.
Maintain strong relationships with clients, inspectors, and stakeholders related to masonry work.
Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company.
Skills & Requirements
Ability to read and understand construction documents.
Ability to review plans, specs, and RFPs for masonry projects.
Ability to perform estimating, detailed take‑off, and scheduling functions.
Ability to take off masonry and estimate.
Ability to solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes and develop competitive bids.
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and estimating software.
Ability to demonstrate an understanding of industry practices and the impacts of project activities.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Strong leadership skills and complex problem‑solving skills as it relates to customers, equipment, personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, governmental agencies, etc.
Competent use of MS Office and construction software skills.
Demonstrates respect for coworkers and customers.
Ability to take off masonry and estimate.
Travel Ability and willingness to travel overnight as required by project needs.
Education & Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering; equivalent degree or field experience will be considered.
5 years’ experience in the construction industry required.
Previous field experience preferred.
Previous experience in a supervisory role preferred.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Equal Opportunity The Beaver Companies provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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