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Rieth-Riley Construction Company Estimator / Project Manager in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Join Rieth-Riley and help our team Pave the Road to Success! Rieth-Riley is a team of motivated, highly qualified individuals who are committed to the success of each and every project. The employee-owners at Rieth-Riley proudly remain dedicated to moving forward. It's the way we think, the way we act — the way we approach every road, parking lot, and residential driveway project. We are a 100% employee-owned company. So, we truly think like owners and take personal pride and care in every project we construct. We offer competitive wages and an excellent fringe benefits package.

Summary

Oversees and directs all onsite administrative, operational, and technical aspects of projects including estimating, labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Accurately estimate quantities and productions/crews required

  • Evaluate design options and recommend alternative solutions or approaches as needed to secure work

  • Review proposal requirements, plans/specifications

  • Negotiate and secure contracts

  • Complete job setup including subcontracts and purchase orders

  • Schedule work, equipment, personnel, supplies, materials, and subcontractors to complete projects as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible

  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues for the project including coordinating with customers, city, county, state engineers, craft unions and subcontractors

  • Accounts receivables

  • Ensure company procedures, policies, quality, and labor agreements are followed

  • Ensure implementation of safety programs

  • Authorize and approve all project transactions for materials and subcontractors

  • Track job costs and accurately forecast cost to complete – complete fiscal responsibility

  • Monitor daily job costs/receivables to understand current costs/trends of the ongoing work

  • Maintain positive customer relationships and ensure customer satisfaction.

  • Review and approve pay estimates and/or generate billings for work completed

    Qualifications

  • College degree or 4 years of road construction experience preferred

  • Experience with estimating software and Excel workbooks preferred

  • Must have good organization skills

  • Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

  • Problem-solving skills with attention to detail

  • Self-motivated; ability to work independently

  • Good written and verbal communication skills

    Equal Opportunity Employer – It is the policy of Rieth-Riley to assure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, citizen status, and/or any other applicable legally-recognized protected class under local, state, or federal law.

    Individuals with disabilities that require reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process should contact Rieth-Riley’s Human Resources Department by phone 574-875-5183 or by email hr@rieth-riley.com .

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