Project Manager/Estimator - Foundations

R.R. Cassidy, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, founded in 1975 brings together more than 45 years of hands-on construction expertise and specialized equipment to handle a diverse range of sub-surface and pole setting projects. Our capabilities allow us to perform conventional work, but our focus and expertise are on the projects that present unique challenges.

Our footprint is throughout the southern half of the U.S. with a growing presence in the MidWest and other regions.

Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

R.R. Cassidy, a Quanta Services Company, is looking for experienced Project Manager/Estimator to join our Foundations team in Prairieville, LA. (Baton Rouge Area)

The Project Manager/Estimator will be responsible for managing the scheduling, assisting with estimates, coordinating with the project estimation team to stay aware of current bid proposals, assessing cost effectiveness of products/projects/services and tracking the actual costs relative to bids as the project develops.

• Responsible for overseeing and tracking daily production outputs and projecting future production outputs.
• Completes and submits accurate and timely production logs and QA/QC reports to all applicable parties.
• Creates and tracks all RFIs, change orders, and job-specific procedures, ensuring internal and external expectations are regularly being met.
• Collect historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products.
• Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments, or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
• Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects, or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops.
• Prepare estimates for use in selecting vendors or subcontractors.
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures.
• Establish and maintain tendering process and conduct negotiations.
• Review material and labor requirements to decide whether it is more cost-effective to produce or purchase components.
• Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation at regular intervals for the duration of the project.
• Identifies, tracks, and communicates any resource delays, or issues that arise concerning the project’s permitting status, Right-of-Way status, etc.
• Manages contracts, such as ensuring specific contract milestones or stipulations are appropriately met.
• Works with Superintendents and General Superintendents so projects flow as expected.
• Serves as the project point of contact for offsite administrative team to ensure completion of all administrative paperwork and reporting, including timesheets, credit card receipts, invoices, etc.
• Manages project required equipment, including rentals, leases, breakdowns, relocations, etc.
• Ensures project required consumables, materials, etc. are ordered, onsite, and ready to be utilized.

• College Degree and 5+ years of working experience that directly relates to this position.
• Current TWIC card or the ability to obtain one.
• Strong commitment to safety practices.
• General knowledge and understanding of construction jobsite processes and procedures.
• Ability to properly interpret documents such as blueprints, emergency action plans, JSA’s, procedure manuals, boring logs, survey results, and operating/maintenance instructions.
• Experience with construction management software (Procore, Primavera P6, HeavyBid.)
• Experienced with Microsoft-related applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.)
• The ability to travel up to, but not necessarily, 50% of the time.
• Pass drug and alcohol screening (pre-employment & random.)

As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
• Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
• Short term and long-term benefits
• Employee discounts on consumer goods

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.