F.A. Wilhelm Construction - Estimator/Project Manager - Preconstruction

F.A. Wilhelm; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive benefits: medical,Dental

401K match

Job summary

F.A. Wilhelm Construction is seeking an Estimator/Project Manager in the Preconstruction department. You will review designs, perform quantity take-offs, prepare budgets, and evaluate bids from suppliers and subcontractors for construction projects.

The role requires accurate estimates, risk assessment, and collaboration with vendors, clients, and internal teams to ensure successful project handover to operations. A PE is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• PE license or ability to obtain is a plus.
• 3–5 years engineering, estimating, or similar experience.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze project designs and prepare budgets and estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate quotes from suppliers/subcontractors.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and develop project schedules.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation steps; support handover to operations.

Skills

Quantity take-offs

Bidding/Negotiation

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or Construction Management

PE license a plus

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Primavera P6

Job description

Empowering People to Build What Matters- That is our mission and our legacy.

For over 100 years, we have built the communities where people work and play—a legacy that began with one man and a single dream.Today, we are a company that putsPeople Firstby providingMeaningful Partnerships, insisting on making aPositive Community Impact, withSafety Always, all with aLearn-Do-Sharementality.

F.A. Wilhelm Construction is an industry leader with the culture of doing the right things for our employees, partners, clients, and community.We have an excellent reputation in the construction industry and have enjoyed steady growth and strong financial performances for many years.Wilhelm's construction professionals turn the conceptual, and sometimes seemingly impossible, into fully completed, innovative spaces where life happens.

We are looking for the right person to join our team as an Estimator/Project Manager. Is that you? If so, we want to talk to you!

Responsibilities

An Estimator/Project Manager in our Preconstruction department will review and analyze project designs, evaluate constructability concerns, and prepare budgets, estimates, and solicit/evaluate quotes from suppliers/subcontractors for construction projects.The successful candidate will perform accurate quantity take-offs, develop a plan/schedule for the various work activities, identify risks to the overall success of the project and methods to mitigate them, and prepare the estimate for submittal.

Essential Functions

• Perform accurate and thorough quantity take-offs, including import/export, backfill, piping, etc. as well as organize and format estimates for ease of comprehension by the end user
• Use available historical data to prepare estimates for self-performed while using current software in accordance with company standards
• Conduct site visits as necessary, review design documents and identify value engineering opportunities, and facilitate the subcontractor and supplier bid process and maximize coverage for all scopes
• Assume a proactive role in the bidding and negotiations for the project and effectively communicate and collaborate with Company personnel, vendors, and clients
• Identify and evaluate the potential risk factors of any work and develop steps to mitigate them and have the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Develop project schedules and sequences for work and have knowledge of various means, methods, equipment, and labor required to complete work and participate in transfer of project to operations staff to ensure successful handover
• Remain informed of changes and trends in construction costs, methods, materials, equipment, technology, wage rates, and working rules while pursuing training and education to increase your effectiveness as an estimator
• Represent Company at all times with professionalism and a commitment to quality
• Other duties as assigned by Company Management

Computer Equipment and Software Requirements

• Required
• Microsoft Windows
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Preferred
• Primavera P6 (or similar) Scheduling software

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or relevant work experience related field. A PE license or the ability to obtain is a plus.
• Minimum of 3-5 years engineering, estimating, or similar experience.

F.A. Wilhelmoffers a unique opportunity for the right person to experience a variety of work.Working at F.A Wilhelm, you can expect:

• A competitive compensation package.
• A comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, and 401K match.Basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance is paid for by F.A Wilhelm.