Estimator Project Manager

Pennsy Supply is a CRH company. CRH is the leading vertically integrated supplier of asphalt, aggregates, cement, ready-mix concrete, and paving and construction services in North America. Our 24,100 employees at 1,300 operating locations provide our customers with top-quality, innovative products and services.

Position Overview

Safety-minded, motivated, and high energy Estimator/Project Manager to perform primary responsibilities of accurate cost estimates, Project management functions, and assist in forecasting and construction reporting. This position will also require supporting operations, and contract administration.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

The duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Estimating:

• Identifies labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, construction plans, specifications, and related documents. Visits project sites when necessary.
• Identify and evaluate bid opportunities
• Develop competitor profiles
• Coordinate pre-bid review process
• Coordinate post bid analysis
• Obtains bids from vendors and subcontractors by specifying materials, identifying qualified subcontractors, and negotiating prices.
• Computes cost factors and prepares estimates. Coordinates estimates with field personnel.
• Calculate and analyze costs to ensure all DBE/Edge requirements are met.
• Copy and submit bid/quote on time either in person, by fax, or electronically (EBS/PENNDOT).
• Executes contract agreements and assists with plan preparation and estimates. Negotiates and prepares change orders as necessary.
• Conducts special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or effect cost reductions.
• Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Roll up and condense bid details in HCSS, export and send file to PA assigned for project download in Viewpoint.
• Ability to analyze bid statistics and develop competitor profiles.

Project Management:

• Write correspondence letters, compile submittal information, review shop drawings, mix designs, and all other necessary documents so that the project can begin and function properly.
• Coordinate project hand off process
• Reevaluate project prior to work begins
• Take part in branch operations meetings
• Coordinate project progress review/post mortem/post project cost reviews.
• Ensure accurate trend reports and monthly projections
• Take part in performance dialogues and meetings
• Assist in scheduling.
• Notify subcontractors and suppliers of anticipated start and delivery needs.
• Schedule Pre-job meeting and progress meetings both internally and with owner.
• Assist and support Area Superintendent and Foremen as needed.
• Review job quantities, approve invoices, subcontractor payments, prepare extra work change orders and monitor job cost.
• Maintain and analyze monthly cost projections using a % complete method and report projections to Area Management monthly.
• Review, tabulate, and negotiate final quantity agreements with owner and/or Prime contractor to ensure 100% payment for all work performed.
• Review monthly account receivables and cash aging reports.
• Responsible for project yields (pipe, bedding, backfill, dirt, stone, and asphalt).
• Performs other job related responsibilities and special projects as requested.

Other Requirements:

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Report to the assigned job site ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Manual of Safety Practices and Procedures.
• Strict adherence to Pennsy Supply policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Book of Policies.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Timely and regular attendance is an expectation of performance for all Pennsy Supply employees. Employees will be held accountable for adhering to their workplace schedule.

Attend training and safety classes as necessary.

• Entertaining and customer/client interaction to ensure strategic market objectives within the means of the budget.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Candidate must have a good skill set on the following competencies: Drives for Results, Collaboration, and Developing Talent.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a four-year college or technical school; or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Proficient with Windows, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Competencies:

Applicant shall possess strong skill sets on the following competencies:

1. Drive for results
2. Collaboration
3. Developing Talent

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Pennsy Supply, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.