ESTIMATOR / PROJECT MANAGER

KAD Staffing; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

KAD Staffing is seeking a Construction Estimator/Project Manager in the Milwaukee area. The role involves leading 2–3 projects annually, preparing scopes of work and detailed estimates for bids, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy and timely delivery.

Candidates should have a degree in Construction Management (or related) and 3–5 years in PM/Estimating, with steel/metals estimating experience and proficiency in CAD/Tekla or estimating software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Construction Management and 3–5 years of PM or Estimating experience.
• Structural Steel / Miscellaneous metals estimating experience is required.
• Proven track record; CAD or Tekla plus estimating software is a plus; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Stay in constant communication with cross functional teams to understand current and future work opportunities.
• Create & maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors and subcontractors.
• Prepare a detailed scope of work for each job to be quoted from an on-site project review and gathering all bid documents
• Provide a detailed estimate for each job including cost of materials, drawing/detailing, labor, equipment, travel expenses, subcontractors, permits, etc.
• Work closely with suppliers and Purchasing to understand best price and lead times available to meet project requirements.
• All contract language must be reviewed prior to completing and sending a quote; this includes schedules, subcontractor agreements, payment terms, insurance/bonding requirements, liquidated damages, etc.
• Handoff meeting with the project manager and fabrication department to review the job scope, bid, hours, materials, etc. to explain the requirements and specifics of the job.
• Coordinate with the fabrication department regarding material ordering and availability.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, vendors and subcontractors to get all necessary materials and services ordered.
• Be an active resource/team member during the project and be readily available to support the job as necessary.
• Monitor schedule and financial performance of assigned jobs and raise concerns to the appropriate manager
• Make constant adjustments to estimating strategy based on past performance of jobs while being mindful of new technology and efficiency gains in the fabrication department.
• Be an active participant in post-job review to understand contributing factors to successes/failures of jobs as it pertains to future estimating.
• Full project management for 2-3 projects a year to get a holistic understanding of the estimating/project management cycle.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking under pressure

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in Construction Management

Tools

CAD

Tekla

MS Office

Estimating software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Stay in constant communication with cross functional teams to understand current and future work opportunities.
• Create & maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors and subcontractors.
• Prepare a detailed scope of work for each job to be quoted from an on-site project review and gathering all bid documents
• Provide a detailed estimate for each job including cost of materials, drawing/detailing, labor, equipment, travel expenses, subcontractors, permits, etc.
• Work closely with suppliers and Purchasing to understand best price and lead times available to meet project requirements.
• All contract language must be reviewed prior to completing and sending a quote; this includes schedules, subcontractor agreements, payment terms, insurance/bonding requirements, liquidated damages, etc.
• Handoff meeting with the project manager and fabrication department to review the job scope, bid, hours, materials, etc. to explain the requirements and specifics of the job.
• Coordinate with the fabrication department regarding material ordering and availability.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, vendors and subcontractors to get all necessary materials and services ordered.
• Be an active resource/team member during the project and be readily available to support the job as necessary.
• Monitor schedule and financial performance of assigned jobs and raise concerns to the appropriate manager
• Make constant adjustments to estimating strategy based on past performance of jobs while being mindful of new technology and efficiency gains in the fabrication department.
• Be an active participant in post-job review to understand contributing factors to successes/failures of jobs as it pertains to future estimating.
• Full project management for 2-3 projects a year to get a holistic understanding of the estimating/project management cycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Construction Management and/or 3-5 years of industry experience in a Project Management or Estimating position.
• Structural Steel / Miscellaneous metals estimating experience is required.
• Demonstrated Success in prior roles/projects. Project portfolio/examples preferred.
• Experienced with a PC and Microsoft Office, ability to use CAD or Tekla is a plus. Experience with estimating software a plus.
• Good oral and written communication skills required.
• Ability to remain cool under pressure and handle multiple jobs/responsibilities at the same time.