Project Manager

2 weeks ago

Des Plaines, United States Pepper Construction Full time
Project Manager (365 Equipment & Supply) Des Plaines, IL, USA Req #325 Friday, April 12, 2024

With offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio, Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm that primarily serves the private sector. Pepper Construction provides clients the experience and resources of a national company, combined with the hands-on approach of a local company.

At 365, we are committed to making sure that our customers have everything they need to get the job done right. It is our mission to offer sales and rentals of the best building supply products and construction equipment in Chicagoland and beyond. With our unwavering commitment to excellence and dedication to exceeding your expectations, we strive to continuously improve upon our products, services, and value.

365 Equipment & Supply provides consumable products to both general contractors and subcontractors throughout the Midwest. To meet the diverse needs of our customers, we sell and rent out a wide selection of supplies and equipment. 365 Equipment & Supply is your one-stop-shop for everything construction-related and beyond. We have extensive experience working with contractors to provide supplies, materials and equipment required to keep a job on schedule and on budget.

At the center of everything we do are our core values: safety, stewardship, integrity, diversity, partnership, leadership & enjoying life. Our core values help us to serve our customers. We have no purpose if our customers have no work, therefore, your success is our success.

Join our team of world-class employees. We strive to be the best supply and equipment provider but also the best workplace as well. We are an entrepreneurial company with a fulfilling and fun work environment. In addition to our fantastic environment, we offer excellent benefits, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentives, flexible work schedules, fun office events, and more

PROJECT ESTIMATOR & MANAGER

With the support and direction from the 365 Equipment & Supply Director of Operations, this position will estimate, value engineer, and develop project proposals for indirect and direct materials on construction jobsites (including division 10 items and operable partition installations). This position will work cross departmental to ensure that all lines of business (re-rental, heavy equipment, etc.) are working to produce full take-offs and distribute project specific estimates. Jobs will need to be organized, tracked, analyzed, and planned from cradle to grave.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Estimating:

  • Solicit and analyze cost estimates from suppliers and other third-party vendors while ensuring the price of materials and labor costs align with the market.
  • Perform full take offs and pricing of project scope both manually and electronically.
  • Ensure customer satisfaction by identifying and exceeding client needs.
  • Facilitate the subcontractor bid process to include processing, distribution and tracking of all project bidding documentation.

Project Management:

  • Negotiate material supplier buyout; develop and negotiate subcontracts.
  • Plan and schedule projects
  • Manage jobs in progress including subcontractor coordination, conflict resolution, documentation and ensuring quality and safety on every job.
  • Manage project costs through the ongoing evaluation of labor, material, and equipment; continue to forecast and analyze construction costs, exposures, and profits through project completion.

Productivity Management:

  • Gather and analyze productivity data using software programs and templates.
  • Formulate and maintain historical database of production based on types of jobs and types of job conditions.
  • Adjust bid rates as needed based on actual production results.
  • Visit under-performing jobsites to assist with resolutions related to materials and equipment.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Interact with clients and potential clients to identify and pursue potential work.
  • Prepare and participate in client presentations and project interviews; negotiate and secure new business under direct and close supervision.
  • Perform project closeout.
  • Work with Field Supervision to establish operation priorities and ensure safety and quality.
  • Provide leadership through building relationships, motivating others, providing clear direction, and cooperative teamwork.
  • Provide training and serve as a mentor to less experienced personnel.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor's degree in construction engineering or related work experience.
  • 5-10 years of experience in the construction field with commercial experience.
  • Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.
  • A high level of communication and interpersonal skills is required.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to utilize software programs and templates to process, distribute and track all project documentation.

Pepper Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Please note: Pepper does not sponsor work visas.

Other details
  • Job Family Equipment
  • Pay Type Salary
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