We are currently searching for a Project Manager / Estimator. We are located in Bayer’s Lake, NS.
Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, with strong problem-solving and analytical skills? It is also important that you display excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to convey complex technical information to individuals at all levels of technological understanding.
In this role, you will work on a variety of flooring projects, establishing basic costing and Project Management in the field and office., as well as strong professional judgment and the ability to execute complex solutions. With a strong base in Customer Service.
As a member of our team, this is a great opportunity to work with a leader in the commercial flooring industry that is committed to embracing new technologies and providing exceptional customer service.
Requirements:
5+ Years of Project Management Experience
Proven track record of developing crews
High level of integrity and accountability
Able to identify challenges and creatively and strategically
Overcome obstacles and meet deadlines
Estimating experience a strong asset, training provided for flooring soft ware
Ability to work under adversity with minimal supervision and direction and within deadlines
Ability to work with others and promote the development of the office team and foster good relations with same and the field staff/supervisors
Ability to liaison with general office staff to ensure the overall office functions to meet project management and estimating requirements
Ability to complete and/or review project estimates and ensure project budgets, materials procurement, schedules and quality control are maintained at all times
Ability to delegate work with clear expectations of the required outcome to staff
Ability to negotiate and complete “buy outs” for contracts and resolve issue of major and minor magnitude with suppliers/vendors.
Ability to competently review project contracts and ensure compatibility with intend of Royales original quotations
Ability to review and process project submittals for compliance with the contract documents (plans and specifications), including project start up and project close out
Ability to facility contract change management requirements including Change Orders/ Change Directives; including negotiating, processing and accessing costs and schedule impacts, Requests for Information (RFI’s), Site Instructions (SI’s), Change Directives etc. and effectively communicating this to Royale field staff.
Ability to organize, schedule and obtain required personnel and equipment to ensure timely completion of projects
Ability to collaborate with Royale Floors and Surfaces Safety Officer/Coordinator to ensure compliance with Royale’s Safety Program
Ability to oversee all close out activities including final warranty inspection, preparation of O&M manuals, creation of deficiency lists, closing of insurance policy(s), warranties, LEED documentation, etc..
Computer skills to include MS Office, including Excel, MS Projects, MS Outlook, Adobe Acrobat and Estimating software
Proficiency with MS Office and specifically MS Office and MS Projects
5 to 10 years estimating experience, preferably in the flooring industry
Knowledge of the major suppliers and subcontractors in the flooring industry
Knowledge of the flooring industry including fundamental understanding of concrete, hard tile, resilient, epoxy and carpet flooring
Continuing education credits, including lunch and Learns
Exceptional at building relationships and can network with ease
Knowledgeable with all insurance requirements as required to operate a flooring subcontracting business
Knowledge with all safety requirements required to operate a flooring subcontracting business
This is a permanent full time position which offers a competitive compensation program, benefit package as well as opportunities for growth and development.
If this sounds like the kind of career move you’ve been looking for, and if you meet our qualifications, we want to talk with you!
Hours of Work This is a full-time position 8:30 to 5 during normal working hours, occasional nights and weekends may be required
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
If you are interested in this career opportunity, please forward your résumé, in confidence, to jessica@royalefloors.ca.
Please reference Project Manager/ Estimator in the subject line of your email.