Project Manager & Estimator

Experience Level:
Estimating – 2 years (required)
Structural Steel/Misc. Metal Fabrication Project Management – 2 years (required)
Education: Construction Management, Structural Engineering, Construction Engineering or equivalent degree (required)
Position Type: Full-time, day shift (M-F)
Location: Wayne, MI (in-person)
Travel: required throughout Southeast/Central Michigan and northern Ohio.

Description
Successful applicants will have a proven track record as a Project Manager/Estimator of a structural steel fabrication company. This may include managing or coordinating a team of Project Coordinators, Project Administrators, and other Project Managers.

Responsibilities

• Enforce all safety and quality standards.
• Provide business development and lead generation to meet sales goals.
• Communicate with necessary departments to determine the schedule of work and material purchases.
• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates.
• Prepare reports for management.
• Assure proper documentation and accounting for project RFI’s, change requests, and change orders.
• Review contract documents and understand the project scope of work.
• Review plans and proposals to determine proper procedures in order to accomplish company and project goals.
• Review addenda, construction bulletins, RFPs, and other change documentation.
• Ensure all aspects of projects are properly and thoroughly documented to ensure company interests are protected.
• Ensure that all contractual terms and obligations of projects are maintained.
• Buy-out projects to ensure they meet cost requirements.
• Meet with key personnel to identify potential barriers with resolutions that maximize production, minimize cost and ensure timeliness of projects.
• Visit job sites as needed for field measuring, meetings and project coordination.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam and Tekla Power Fab.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Fabsuite, SDS2, Tekla or similar applications is a bonus.
• Knowledge of current AISC standards and AWS codes.
• Experience reviewing construction drawings (i.e. architectural, structural).
• Ability to understand contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedules.
• Excellent written, verbal and digital communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to quality and precision.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects while meeting strict deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize safety.
• Ability to work independently.
• Self-motivated and results-driven.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Knowledge of all phases of the construction and design processes.
• Ability to adhere to the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and professionalism.

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Health and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Why You Should Apply

• Competitive benefit package including a 401k retirement plan, medical and dental insurance, paid time off (PTO) and more.
• Excellent opportunity that supports career development and encourages employee success.
• Competitive salary offered based on experience and ability.

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Morkin and Sowards is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Morkin and Sowards is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunities for all employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Morkin and Sowards are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics, or any other status protected by the law.