Hybrid Sr Project Manager/ Estimator at Herman Weissker Inc.

PURPOSE:  Provide direction and guidance to the field foreman and project engineers on all construction projects assigned to them. Oversee the entire project in conjunction with the project engineer. The ideal person will be responsible for servicing our underground division, telephone systems, cable television, fiber optic (FO), and high-speed data

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leverage existing relationships with government agencies and contractors to secure new opportunities and expand the company’s business development, Customer base & develop new Industry Contacts. 
• Responsible for all assigned projects to ensure budget, schedules, materials, sub-contractors, and crews are on target and profitable
• Monitors overall quantity and quality of work performed on all assigned jobs.
• Responsible for reviewing and approving all expenses for each assigned job; ensure they are applied to the proper job and phase code. 
• Responsible for obtaining purchase order numbers in accordance with company policy.
• Monitors contract compliance for each job to ensure the company is protected regarding liability matters and liens (collection matters).
• Check bid source files to ensure the latest information is available prior to bid day
• Responsible for obtaining signed change orders when appropriate and submitting to their Manager and Accounting for processing. 
• Provides direction to the A/R department to ensure invoices are properly and timely created. 
• Serves as senior technical advisor.

·         Determines type of materials, equipment, labor, and subcontractors required

• Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures. 
• Implements safety programs as directed by the Safety Department.
• Participates in the development of craft and supervision training programs. 
• Follows and ensures compliance with all company safety program requirements.
• Promotes safety among peers, subordinates, and supervisors
• Performs additional assignments at the direction of the Project Manager

EDUCATION: 

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field from an accredited university

LICENSE: Possess or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license

EXPERIENCE:  

• A minimum of 10-15 years of experience in a similar type of construction environment required. 
• Proven experience in effectively managing similar construction personnel and projects. 
• Extensive experience with estimating, bidding, project labor agreements, and execution of and underground infrastructure projects
• Proven experience in effectively managing the financial aspects of jobs to ensure the best possible profit. 
• Proven experience in understanding and effectively managing contracts to ensure compliance with terms and protect the company’s rights in lien and collection matters. 

SKILLS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Excellent organizational, leadership, communication, planning and analytical skills required. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, walk, stand and sit for prolonged periods. 
• The employee is frequently required to use hands to fingers, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. 
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle, required. 

Working conditions consist of temperature-controlled buildings or offices, outside elements such as rain, cold, and heat when working in open environments, driving from various locations or attending meetings, etc. Noise levels are moderate to loud, depending on work location.

                                          Herman Weissker Inc. offers a very competitive pay and benefits package

                                              Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and 401k.

                                                     Herman Weissker Inc.  is an Equal Opportunity Employer