Project Manager/Estimator

Since its inception, Midstate Companies has consistently evolved and expanded to become the industry leader in cutting edge pavement recycling.  Starting out with a single dump truck, owner Tom Johnson formed Midstate Trucking in 1984.  Tom's relentless work ethic and vision allowed him to expand the business into a fleet of various belly, end and dump trucks over the next few years.  An insatiable desire for growth resulted in Tom branching out into bituminous reclamation and the formation of Midstate Reclamation in the fall of 1991 with the purchase of Minnesota's first asphalt reclaimer.  With Tom acting as the operator, mechanic and lowboy driver, the company's presence was quickly felt industry wide.  Tom's passion and enthusiasm grew as he entered the market and the stage was set for bituminous milling services being added to Midstate's business arsenal.  Cold in-place recycling and soil stabilization services soon followed.

Never one to rest on his laurels, Tom quickly outgrew his building in Savage and was able to secure a location in Lakeville Minnesota for his corporate office and shop in the spring of 1998.  Although local projects proved quite plentiful, Tom's omnidirectional vision led him toward the great west.  Project opportunity combined with Tom's heightened determination, served as the catalyst which allowed Midstate to realize its full western potential.  Jobs were acquired and completed in Montana, Wyoming, Iowa and the Dakotas to name a few.  In order to take full advantage of the projects in this region of the country, Tom established a regional office in Spearfish South Dakota in late 2001.

Today, Midstate Companies operates in 13 states offering a variety of trucking and reclamation services.  Mid-State is extremely proud of its owner, team and market share.  Midstate is constantly evolving and continues to set the standard in the industry!

Accurate estimating of project assigned.

· Efficient coordination of field and office activities on assigned projects, including job scheduling activities.

· Company liaison with Owners, Prime Contractors Representatives and Engineers.

· The Project Manager/Estimator's function is essential to the successful operation of projects. He/she must have the following qualifications:

· A thorough knowledge and background in the construction industry.

· A thorough knowledge and background in estimating the type of jobs normally performed by the company. Currently company uses excel for estimating program which each Project Manager/Estimator needs to develop thorough knowledge and understanding of projects normally performed by the company.

· Ability to make accurate quantity surveys and to estimate the cost of materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor's work, ascertaining that all areas have been accounted for prior to submitting estimate for review.

· Maintain a high degree of integrity, loyalty and honesty; not divulge to outside parties information of a confidential nature pertaining to the company's operations or bids.

· The ability to get along with people and to communicate in a professional manner with Owners, Inspectors, Prime Contractors, and others having a direct interest in a project being constructed.

· Ability to effectively communicate and partner with Midstate trucking division to coordinate equipment mobilizations amidst a constantly changing schedule.

· Ability to carry out the duties described in the job description in an efficient manner.

Additional Requirements:

The Project Manager/Estimator's essential function is to estimate and manage the daily details of the project, including purchases, subcontracting, changes and coordination of office and field activities during the construction period. Specifically:

1. Study and understand the contract documents of each project before, as well as after estimating to determine areas, including provisions of the general or special conditions, that may be ambiguous or present problems or result in unforeseen costs. Such matters should be brought to the attention of the Management.

2. Estimate accurately each job and when appropriate review the estimate with Management in sufficient time to permit careful analysis, checking of calculations, and corrections as necessary.

3. Purchase major materials and let subcontractors (when necessary) for work awarded at the most competitive price early enough to ensure timely delivery of materials and performance of subcontracts.

4. Prepare at various stages (pre-bid, post award, etc.) and update as necessary the job progress schedule in coordination with the Job Superintendent.

5. Coordinate material deliveries and subcontract work in accordance with progress schedule and adjust as necessary due to changes.

6. Resolve, or assist Job Superintendent in resolving, design and detail problems with owners, prime contractors, suppliers, and inspectors.

7. Attend preconstruction and job meetings, when required.

8. Prepare cost breakdown; review with Job Superintendent for concurrence, have it approved by the Management before release to accounting, and make adjustments as required by changes.

9. Analyze job cost reports to determine recommended action on overruns.

10. Prepare data for invoices and submit in a timely manner to the Accounting Department.

11. Monitor maintenance of applicable contract files.

12. Supervise preparation of bid and job correspondence.

13. Assist and cooperate with Job Superintendents in maintaining good subcontractor relations and activities, as well as other areas requiring coordination between field and office.

14. Attend seminars on estimating, management and construction techniques as the Management requests.

15. Other Duties as assigned

The above outline of duties is not arranged in order of priority. These duties are not meant to restrict initiative, but rather to describe minimum activities. Those duties will from time to time be altered by the Management to suit the needs of the company.

· Ability to sit for long periods of time

· Ability to work the required hours to get the Job in a timely matter.

· Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

· Microsoft Office, Excel, Word and Outlook

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.