Ferguson Brothers Excavating, an excavation company that values high-quality work, good relationships, and a family like work environment, is currently accepting applications for a full-time ESTIMATOR / PROJECT MANAGER for our COMMERICAL PROJECTS.
The ideal candidate will have experience with all facets of grading, excavating, underground utilities and other construction types of projects. This position is a mix of estimating and project management related tasks. The ideal candidate would be respectful, self-motivated and an experienced individual who shares our passion for the building industry we serve. The rapid growth of our client company has created the demand for a self-starter who can step in and immediately estimate and effectively manage small and large projects. This dynamic company provides an exciting, fun, and fast paced environment to work in as well as competitive base compensation.
Drug and alcohol testing will be done prior to 1st day of work.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Obtain plans for bidding and determine scope of work
- Identify and contact potential subcontractors
- Accurately and timely completion of quantity take-offs and estimates for jobs of all types of grading and excavating projects
- Write bid proposals for small and medium excavating and other types of excavating projects
- Establish relationships with as many potential bidders as possible
- Maintain current material and subcontractor pricing
- Participate in plan and specifications reviews
- Effectively manage and control the bidding process
- Provide upper management with reports on bids won/lost
- Responsible for running multiple projects from start to finish
- Create and manage schedules, manpower, pricing, vendors, and customers during all projects
- Maintain relationships with current clients
- Manage crews and subcontractors on all projects
- Create a dynamic work environment with the potential responsibility of building the departmentPrepare the bid for submission
- Lead external and internal Pre-Con meetings
- Produce and regularly update project schedules
- Identify and negotiate change orders with clients and engineers
- Monthly reporting of anticipated change order and projected costs to create accurate profitability forecasts
- Cultivate new client relationships and maximize current client relationships
- Prioritization of daily activities while working towards strategic goals
Job Qualifications:
- 4-5 years minimum Project Management experience
- Proven ability to read and understand all types of take offs, blueprints plans and specifications
- Experience using estimating software: Bluebeam, AGTEK, Timberline, Civil 3D, HCSS (HeavyBid & HeavyJob), MS Project
- Verifiable experience using Microsoft Office Products which include Excel, Word and Outlook is required
- Demonstrated success at forecasting material, equipment, and manpower
- Knowledge of and experience in total site prep with site development, land clearing, grading, and excavating and other types of construction projects is required
- Leadership by Example with positive, hardworking, can-do attitude
- Proven math abilities with creative problem-solving abilities
- High School Diploma or GED is required
- Clean driving record with a current and valid driver’s license
- Associates or Trade School Certification or equivalent work experience
- Highly motivated and a willingness to learn
- Ability to work individually and in team settings
- Post-secondary education in construction or engineering related disciplines a plus
WE OFFER
- Competitive salary, paid holidays, health insurance, 401k contribute, and a fast paced and friendly work environment.
SCHEDULE:
- Generally Monday to Friday w/ some Saturdays possible
- Seasonal work w/ option for year-round work depending on work load and skill
Drug and alcohol testing will be done before the 1st day of work.
Medical Health DOT Card is Needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 65 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Construction estimating: 4 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Alexandria, MN 56308 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Alexandria, MN 56308: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
