Adams & Ruxton Career Opportunities

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Commercial Construction Estimator

Immediate Opening

Responsibilities

  • Report directly to the VP of Construction
  • Interface with client representatives, subcontractors, consultants, etc.
  • Review plans and architectural drawings; prepare quantity take-offs on assigned projects. Gain complete understanding of project scope and specifications.
  • Visiting project sites to gather information.
  • Solicit vendors and subcontractor bids for assigned projects. Obtain multiple bids for each subcontractor. Review and analyze bids for conformance to project specifications, price, material quality, and related items. Discusses and resolves any questions with subcontractor prior to submission of final estimate.
  • Executes take-offs of construction documents. Utilize Microsoft Excel program to calculate, record and track estimates.
  • Accurately price change orders for on-going work.
  • Assess the financial, technical, and operational risks of the project.
  • Staying aware of the latest construction technologies
  • Keeping up to date with the latest regulatory and legislative requirements
  • Ensure that the information required to begin the estimating process is accurate and available.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience in the construction industry, preferably with a background in project management and estimating, business leadership/ownership. Experience in both public and private commercial estimating.
  • Deep understanding of construction techniques, building codes, and regulations.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills to effectively manage teams and client relationships.
  • Proven ability to manage complex projects within budget and schedule constraints. 
  • Ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong attention to detail; ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Proficient with computer skills, proficiency in Microsoft Project, Office and Teams preferred.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with all levels in the organization, customers, and vendors.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $90,000.00 – $110,000.00 per year, negotiable based on experience

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person, negotiable remote flexibility


Assistant Project Manager

Immediate Opening

Job Description

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include but not limited to assisting in the construction effort of the company to ensure projects are executed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule. The assistant project manager will:

  • Assist project managers with the successful full cycle of assigned projects, from initiation to completion.
  • Assist with project team communication and interactions.
  • Assist field personnel with deliveries of supplies, tools, or other items to the job sites.
  • Assist project teams with project related research and drawing or specification reviews.
  • Assist in the creation and maintenance of project required reporting.
  • Organize, compile, and submit supporting documentation for projects and project closeout.
  • Assist the estimating team with project bid solicitations, documentation, and follow-up.
  • Communicate with potential subcontractors or vendors regarding bid submissions.
  • Collect and organize bid submissions the estimating dept.
  • Assist with planning and set up of Company events
  • Perform tasks required by the teams in support of project needs.
  • Print project documents on wide format printers.
  • Assist all departments in other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Detail oriented
  • Highly organized and able to manage multiple duties at once while working independently
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving history.

Entry level, willing to train the right person.

Job Type: Full-time, M-F         Schedule: M-F flexibility between 7am and 7pm

Salary: $55,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year, negotiable based on experience