Couch Group LLC is a commercial construction company based in Alpharetta, GA. We provide construction and renovation services for office, retail, restaurant, medical, salons, shell building, interiors, and niche markets. Couch Group LLC is in search of a diligent, dependable, and committed individual to join our team.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for an Estimator/Project Manager at Couch Group. The Estimator/Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing construction projects from start to finish. Daily tasks will include preconstruction, estimating, preparation of proposals, project planning, scheduling, budget management, subcontractor coordination, quality control, and client communication. The Estimator/Project Manager will work closely with the construction team and other stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
Responsibilities
- Review design drawings and specifications, and compile bid packages.
- Solicit pricing from Subcontractors and Vendors to ensure comprehensive coverage.
- Evaluate proposals to minimize scope gaps or double coverage risks.
- Conduct quantity take-offs and pricing analysis for various construction scopes.
- Develop detailed scopes of work.
- Lead in preparing detailed estimates and bid proposals.
- Manage multiple projects concurrently at different stages.
- Participate in presentations and project interviews.
- Lead and manage multiple commercial construction projects simultaneously
- Build strong relationships with client/owner, architect, subcontractors and suppliers
- Oversee the estimating of assigned projects
- Complete material take-offs and establish cost estimates
- Identify and mitigate project risks and issues
- Familiar with owner contract requirements and delivery methods
- Support the permitting, testing and inspection requirements of the project
- Negotiate subcontractor agreements and material purchase orders
- Create a Schedule of Values and generate monthly payment applications
- Review and approve subcontractor and vendor invoices
- Manage execution of contracts, bonds, insurance certificates, contract compliance, and warranties
- Facilitate Owner and Subcontractor coordination/progress meetings and document meeting minutes
- Monitor budgets, schedules, cost reports and job progress and review with the project team on a weekly basis
- Develop and maintain the project schedule
- Manage RFI and submittal processes
- Review drawing changes to determine impact on schedule or job cost
- Manage change orders, extra work orders, and disputed claims to a successful conclusion
- Evaluate and track subcontractor change management
- Resolve major disputes with subcontractors and vendors
- Provide prompt responses throughout project
- Provide Owner training to the end user and turn-over contract closeout deliverables
- Ensure safety regulations are followed on job site
- Other responsibilities as needed to deliver successful results
Qualifications
- Developing leader and team player with five (5) plus years of experience in commercial construction
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both verbal and written communication with clients, management, team members, and subcontractors.
- Strong attention to detail and organization
- Display strong time management and decision-making skills
- Strong work ethic and goal oriented
- Experienced in working in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive, positive and professional nature
- Meet deadlines with minimal supervision
- Experienced with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and Bluebeam required
- Experienced with estimating and project management of renovations, additions, new construction, etc.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development within our company
- A supportive and collaborative work environment
- Paid time off and paid holidays
The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.
