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Company Overview

For over thirty-eight (38) years Jersen Construction Group has been recognized as an award-winning multi-disciplined company who concentrates in an array of specialized construction areas such as: earthwork, heavy construction, civil, wastewater facilities, commercial, municipality, health care, retail, and educational facilities throughout New York State with emphasis on quality workmanship and safety.

Job Profile

The Estimator Coordinator (EC) provides the knowledge, skills and experience required to provided administrative support to the entire Pre-construction & Estimating departments. The goal of the EC will be to prepare accurate estimate reports for projects by gathering information, analyzing important metrics, review the contract documents/specifications and drawings to accurately compile and obtain quotations from subcontractors and vendors to assist in the preparation of the bid proposal The EC will be responsible for the production and the gathering of project-related information, and then track, file and distribute this information to all prospective subcontractors/vendors.

Core Essentials

• Upload and Download bid requests documents from the internet.
• Internet research and utilizing other technology/software as required.
• Analyze Contract Documents/Specifications/Drawings.
• Answer calls and calendar deadlines.
• Coordinating meetings and preparing meeting minutes.
• Send Bid Invitations.
• Posting of Advertisement for Projects
• Daily correspondence with project teams and subcontractors/vendors.
• Managing and recording subcontractor’s participation
• Logging bids into the estimating database and updating contact lists.
• Assisting with quantity takeoffs
• Scope evaluation and review of subcontractor/vendors proposals.
• Attending/documenting pre-bid visits.
• Calling and emailing subcontractors/vendors for quotes, qualifications, and other information.
• Assist in prequalification’s of vendors/subcontractors.
• Requires thorough knowledge and understanding of process flow to ensure information released to estimators and project management is complete, accurate and well organized.
• Communicate ideas for improving company process with a positive and constructive attitude and developing this attitude in others.

Minimum Qualifications

• Working towards PMP certification or working towards a degree in construction management or a related field with a minimum of some experience within the construction industry.
• Ability to manage multiple projects/activities in a dynamic fast paced environment.
• Fluent in mathematics.
• Outgoing and self-motivated Individual.
• Proven Organizational Skills.
• Analytical and effective with Time Management.
• Relevant experience is preferred, but not required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Excellent Compensation
• Dental Insurance
• 401(K) & Impressive 401(K) Matching
• Performance Based Bonuses
• Supplemental Insurances
• Career Development Training
• Volunteering Opportunities
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Gas/Cell Phone Allowance

Employer’s Commitment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge is based on job requirements, individual qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability (includes physical or mental), citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, civil union or domestic partnership status, military or veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.

Company Overview

For over thirty-eight (38) years Jersen Construction Group has been recognized as an award-winning multi-disciplined company who concentrates in an array of specialized construction areas such as: earthwork, heavy construction, civil, wastewater facilities, commercial, municipality, health care, retail, and educational facilities throughout New York State with emphasis on quality workmanship and safety.

Job Profile

The Earthwork Superintendent (ES) is responsible for the overall field work on a project, ensuring that company policies and procedures are met in regard to safety, scheduling, budget, quality and customer satisfaction. Direct the day-to-day coordination of all labor, equipment and subcontractors and their sub-contractors to ensure they turn out high-quality work that meets the approved project schedule. Develop, document and communicate the work plan regarding changes made in the field. Maintain a thorough understanding of contract documents to be able to plan ahead and anticipate potential problems before they arise. Obtain or verify that the subcontractors obtain all necessary permits for construction purposes. Act as primary safety representative in the field and enforce quality control policies. Establish credibility among owners, subcontractors, unions etc. by maintaining a fair and trustworthy environment. Maintain daily reports and documentation using Procore. Coordinate and manage jobsite logistics.

Core Essentials

• Prepare for project startup with the Project Manager.
• Execute project activities as required to meet day-to-day and overall objectives.
• Understand and apply the requirements in project documents with regard to quality control procedures such as testing, shop drawings, material approvals, samples, mock-ups, execution of the work, etc.
• Become familiar with each job estimate for general condition items and follow the direction of the Project Manager with regard to performing work within the boundaries of the estimate.
• Ensure adherence to company safety policies
• Keep the Project Manager apprised of any change in activity or cost prior to incurring additional time or materials outside of the project scope.
• Provide input on scheduling and placement of production crews. Plan and review the construction project with the Project Manager on a weekly basis.
• Supervise the scheduling and completion of warranty issues.
• Supervise the scheduling and completion of warranty issues.
• Preparation of progress schedules, keep them properly updated, and ensure that everything feasible is done for the project to meet required dates.
• Forecast the labor, material and equipment needs in two weeks advancement periods to ensure the project schedule is consistently being met.
• Work with the Safety Committee to establish and maintain good safety and security practices for the entire project in accordance with applicable safety codes and regulations.
• Develop final punch lists and ensure all project tasks are completed.
• Communicate ideas for improving company process with a positive and constructive attitude and developing this attitude in others.

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 to 5 years’ of building construction experience with at least two of those years being in charge of the project in the role of Earthwork Superintendent.
• Experience must include soil stabilization, mass excavation of basements and footings, excavation of ponds and channels, new parking lot grading and clearing.
• Ability to use a laptop and company designated software on a daily basis on the job site
• Experience must be on projects of $1M to $6M dollars or more or equivalent work experience.

Compensation and Benefits

• Excellent Compensation
• Dental Insurance
• 401(K) & Impressive 401(K) Matching
• Performance Based Bonuses
• Supplemental Insurances
• Career Development Training
• Volunteering Opportunities
• Company Vehicle or Vehicle Allowance
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Gas/Cell Phone Allowance

Employer’s Commitment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge is based on job requirements, individual qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability (includes physical or mental), citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, civil union or domestic partnership status, military or veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.

Our Company
Consistently ranked among the Capital Region’s largest building contractors by the Albany Business Review, Jersen Construction Group is a leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management, and design-build services for public and private sector clients across New York State. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. We care deeply about safety and strive to recruit, hire, train, and retain the very best people.

Our Core Values
-Deliver world class client service above all else
-Grow and develop our people to be the best
-Walk the walk
-Find a better way

Our Search
Jersen Construction Group is seeking an experienced, highly motivated, and dedicated Sr. Project Manager to join our growing team. The right candidate will serve as Jersen’s main point of contact and corporate representative through budgets, proposals, pre-construction, and ensuring successful project completion.

Position Summary
While providing exceptional customer service, the Senior Project Manager is responsible for oversight of the entire project’s life cycle including communication, coordination, and conflict resolution to ensure that construction project goals are met. This individual must be organized and task oriented, able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with multiple deadlines, adapt readily to changing priorities, while energetic and motivated.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This position will be responsible for performing the core essentials as listed below; however, these responsibilities are not necessarily
limited to:
∙Team Leadership
-Support the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of each project; supervises/mentor all project staff.
-Provide leadership in motivating the project team and maintain a positive work environment.
-Provide jobsite leadership in Safety and Quality.
-Prepare contingency plans for potential risks, expanding contractual services, and project profit.
-Serve as a role model and promotes professional behavior.
-Participate in and support company training programs and commit to self-development.
-Evaluate staff performance and identify training needs. Conduct or facilitate training as needed

∙Client Relations
-Proactive creation of opportunities for new work with existing and new clients
-Present at project interviews
-Ability to review and negotiate Owner Contracts with minimal handholding
-Communicate with owners, design team, and subcontractors related to project risk, timetables, costs/budgets, and change
management.

∙Budgeting & Owner Proposals
-GMP Budgeting, conceptual/schematic estimating, hard-bid estimating
-Planning & design, Value Engineering
-Perform quantity take-offs and estimating for self-performed and subcontracted work
-Gather and analyze quotes from subcontractors and material suppliers

∙Pre-Construction & Procurement
-Write subcontracts & purchase orders
-Review terms & conditions
-Constructability review
-Subcontract scope coordinating & planning
-Logistics & Resource planning

∙Document Control
-Read and interpret blueprints/drawings, specifications, proposals and related documents
-Review and approval of design & construction drawings, specifications, bid documents
-RFI’s, submittals, meetings, daily logs, photos

∙Execution of the Work
-Manage the project using established project controls and procedures
-Self-perform cost & coordination
-Subcontractor coordination
-Schedule & resource management
-Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods to increase efficiency
-Ability to find positive solutions to large-scale issues

∙Project Financial Management,
-Prime contract management; preparation & presentation of cost proposals, pay applications, change orders, and
-Subcontract Commitment & PO management;
-Project Budget management; cost control, maintenance of job cost & cash flow, reports, and projections.
-Accounts Payable management; invoice review & approval

∙Safety & Risk Management
-Site safety & inspections
-JHA, PTP, PPE,
-Incident & Accident management

Computer Skills
∙Proficient in the MS suite (i.e. Outlook, Word, and Excel), MS Project or P6 Scheduling software, Bluebeam (or similar).
∙Experience with Sage 300 (Timberline) software
∙Experience with Procore software
∙Experience with Estimating software

Other Skills
∙Exemplify Jersen Construction Group Core Values
∙Good driving record (as travel may be required)
∙Have strong written & verbal communication skills, computer skills, and the ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.
∙Conduct all business in a professional & ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company.
∙Familiarity with regulatory construction standards
∙Experience in facilitating teams and delivering information effectively and resourcefully
∙Experience and knowledge of commercial construction estimating, means and methods, project administration, LEED
certifications and an understanding of industry practices
∙Commitment to work in a collaborative team environment, and ability to work effectively with other team members
∙Excellent time management with the ability to organize, prioritize, plan, and solve problems creatively
∙Capable of managing/scheduling multiple priorities and adhere to deadlines
∙Demonstrate an ability to deal with constantly changing priorities and job requirements
∙Exhibit accountability, sincerity, and a commitment to work
∙Innate desire and internal fortitude to give your time, talents and resources in order to positively impact others and the company
∙Ensure the timely completion of said functions and maintain a high standard of accuracy while performing them.
∙Ability to accurately process and record a large volume of numerical data
∙Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
∙Ability to sit for majority of the workday; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear
∙Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision

Education
∙BS or MS degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related fields
∙10+ years of relevant Project Management experience
∙Any equivalent combination of education and experience as determined by management

Benefits
Jersen Construction Group offers employees competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including:
∙Vehicle (or allowance)
∙Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Insurance Plans
∙401(K) with company match & profit sharing
∙Paid Time Off, and Paid Company Holidays

Jersen Construction Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability,
veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.