Project Estimator - Milliner Talent Solutions : Job Details

Our client is seeking a Project Manager/Estimator is responsible for both preparing accurate cost estimates and managing awarded plumbing and mechanical piping projects from start to finish. This hybrid role ensures continuity from preconstruction through project completion, delivering quality work on time and within budget. It will involve overseeing project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, budgeting, and quality control while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards. The Project Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and internal teams, ensuring timely and profitable project completion. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable juggling both estimating and project management responsibilities.

Estimating Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for mechanical construction projects

• Analyze project plans, specifications, and other documents to determine project requirements.

• Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to gather necessary information for estimating purposes.

• Utilize industry software such as Trimble.

• Evaluate subcontractor bids and negotiate pricing to ensure competitive pricing • Review contracts and identify potential risks or discrepancies.

• Monitor project costs throughout the bidding process and adjust as necessary.

• Maintain accurate records of estimates, bids, and related documentation.

Project Management Responsibilities:

• Implementing and managing the project schedule, to ensure adequate progress towards key milestones

• Acting as primary point of contact for owner representatives and continually building and maintaining a positive relationship

• Communicating key objectives and targets to the Project Team

• Managing resources to ensure the availability of materials, equipment, and manpower

• Review submittals for accuracy and release equipment to meet the project schedule

• Participating in coordination meetings and communicating project schedules with the BIM team

• Budgeting and controlling expenses and man hours to ensure profitable completion

• Interfacing with subcontractors to ensure timely completion of work as planned

• Coaching Project Engineers to facilitate both productivity and career/knowledge growth

• Providing executive level reports to management team on a regular basis

• Timely reviewing and completing of project close out documents and tasks

• Ensuring safe work practices, compliance with all Federal and State safety rules and managing safety risk at all levels

• Coordinating and scheduling equipment start up with manufacturers and internal service group

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred.

• 3–7 years of experience in estimating and/or project management (construction experience required).

• Proficient with estimating and project management software.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills, with an adaptable and flexible style in working with all types of individuals

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and motivate team members effectively.

• Demonstrates a strong ability to manage time effectively, ensuring deadlines are consistently met and projects are completed on schedule.