Estimator​/Project Manager

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Position Description

Job Title:
Estimator/Project Manager

We are seeking a highly motivated and professional individual to join our Estimating and Management team. The successful candidate will be responsible for pursuing construction projects and managing them from estimation through final completion.

Job Duties:

• Complete quantity takeoffs on assigned bids including earthwork takeoffs using Trimble Business Center (TBC)
• Develop detailed cost estimates using B2W Estimate
• Review each bid with a manager or peer group prior to submission
• Complete project setup on successful bids
• Prepare submittals, project schedules and permits as required
• Manage documents using Plan Grid cloud
• Work directly with project supervisors to ensure their success and the success of the project
• Facilitate progress billing as required to ensure timely payments and positive cash flow
• Review and approve subcontractor and vendor payments
• Monitor contract progress including costs, cash flow and overall performance using various reports in B2W Track and Viewpoint Vista
• Closely monitor progress against the project schedule through completion.

Salary:

• Competitive salary: $75,000-$105,000
• Commensurate with experience and negotiable

Benefits:

• Very strong profit sharing/retirement savings plan
• BCBS health insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Company vehicle
• Eligible for annual performance-based bonus

Job Location:

Battle Creek, Michigan

About the Company:

Established in 1947, Hoffman Bros., Inc. has a 77-year history of completing large earthmoving, underground utility, and road/highway building projects. Our workforce includes approximately 200 Union Operating Engineers and Construction Laborers. We own and operate a fleet of over 200 pieces of heavy construction equipment. Hoffman Bros., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Requirements

Essential

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field
• Detail oriented with exceptional organization skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals inside and outside the organization
• Strong computer skills including basic software such as Microsoft Office suite of programs
• Construction industry experience

Beneficial

Qualifications:

• Experience with B2W Software Estimate and Track, Viewpoint Vista, and Trimble Business Center (TBC) or other CAD software
• Specific experience with excavating, grading, earthworks, and utility operations.
• MDOT project experience beneficial

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Hoffman Bros., Inc. to ensure applicants and employees will be treated without regard to their race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status , height, weight, arrest record or handicap. This shall include employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, recruitment, layoff or termination, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection of training including apprenticeships, and on-the-job training.