Project Manager/Estimator

2 weeks ago


Urbandale, United States Forman Ford Full time
FormanFord is a leading Midwest glass and glazing contractor that fabricates and installs challenging and unique glass and panel projects. Our Des Moines office is looking for an organized professional to successfully manage multiple projects from estimator handoff until the project close.

Why FormanFord? We offer:
  • Development opportunities
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Support of an Engineering Service Department and On-site Fabrication Group
What you'll do:
  • Oversee all project controls including costs, scheduling, safety, quality, efficiencies, and documentation
  • Review project proposals, determine needed processes, materials, labor, and time frames
  • Complete material takeoffs and peer review takeoffs for quality control
  • Evaluate vendors, obtain quotes for materials, review costs/value, and direct Purchasing on procurement
  • Understand contract specifics, prepare submittals, and track approval. Complete and track RFIs and change orders
What you'll need to have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, or related field, with at least 3 years project management experience in the commercial glazing industry or equivalent training and work experience
  • In depth experience with aluminum and glass suppliers and strong business relationships with area contractors is preferred
  • Proficient mathematical ability to calculate various figures and amounts, and apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
  • Experience using project management, estimating and spreadsheet software
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and creative problem solving
  • Strong written communication skills including writing reports and business correspondence
  • A valid driver's license and acceptable insurability for regular business travel
  • Physical ability to work in both an office and construction environment

FormanFord is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Any offer of employment is contingent upon that candidate successfully completing drug and background screenings.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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