Project Estimator/Project Manager

Hugo Tree is looking to add a Project Estimator to our team to help us continue to grow into the Land Clearing market. Established in 1997, we have the experience and the people to get the job done right the first time. We are quality driven team enjoys solving the land clearing problems no else wants to.

The Project Estimator analyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projects by performing the following duties. Leads project estimation process, partnering with a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities:

• Develop strong relationships with contractors to drive increased participation, return after not winning prior bid, and drive a two-way dialog to improve timely communications.
• Review proposal specifications, drawings, contract documents, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of project estimate.
• Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and manhour figures.
• Perform computerized quantity take-off and pricing to build accurate estimates.
• Partners with Pre-Construction Coordinator to solicit proposals from subcontractors and material suppliers to complete project scope.
• Participates in creating preliminary project schedule and/or budget, as requested.
• Identify missing scope, uncertain scope, areas of risk (including contractor and subcontractor questions) and develop strategy to resolve issue/mitigate risk through architect, RFI, proposal clarification, input from project manager, project executive, superintendent, etc.
• Apply production rates, labor/material/equipment costs, proper mark-up to RCCI self-performed work to establish cost estimate.
• Review all final estimate packages to insure accuracy and completeness, prior to formal quotation.
• Participate in final bid preparation and bid day activities, sometimes in partnership with other estimators and pre-construction coordinators.
• Follow awarded contracts as required - may include estimating/pricing extra work items, change orders, credits; procuring material, etc.
• Help develope relationships with new clients.
• Work with leadership team to develope demolition and general excavation work.

Requirements:

• Background in Land Clearing and/or Construction Management, or similar discipline
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience
• Strong math skills
• Experience with commercial construction projects
• Knowledge of web based project lead sources
• Leadership skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Hugo, MN 55038: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Construction estimating: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hugo, MN 55038

Salary : $60,000 - $75,000