Available Positions

It takes skilled individuals working together to make a company a success. JJH is always looking for quality minded and committed individuals for the following positions. The following position is now available:

Estimator

Primary Function: Prepare estimates for projection ranging in size from $1M to $75M. Typical projects include water and waste water treatment plants, medical and government facilities in a nationwide market with an emphasis on projects in the greater Chicagoland area and Great Falls, Montana markets.

Typical Duties:

Attend pre-bid meetings as required.
Develop subcontract bid list for projects.
Develop relationships with new subcontractors.
Perform quantity take-offs for self performed and other work: typically excavation, site utilities, concrete, carpentry, misc metals, drywall and millwright.
Obtain pricing for all material and equipment to perform own work.
Use past job cost reports and other historical data to assemble quantity take-offs.
Meet with Director of Labor weekly to discuss production for on-going projects.
Work closely with subcontractors.
Work closely with the design build and preconstruction services personnel to develop conceptual estimates.
Preliminary project scheduling utilizing Primavera scheduling.
Meeting with project management team for job hand off.

Preferred Skills, Qualifications & Experience:

Five plus years construction estimating experience.
Proficient in basic computer programs such as Microsoft Office (Excel and Outlook).
Ability to work with minimal supervision when estimating a small to medium sized project.
Excellent communication skills.
Construction or Engineering related BS Degree.

Resumes can be sent to: JobApplicant@JJHenderson.com

Project Manager

Primary Function: Plan, direct and coordinate all activities concerned with a construction project. Oversee project organization, scheduling, implementation and close out from the job site. Typical projects include water and waste water treatment plants, medical and government facilities in a nationwide market with an emphasis on projects in the greater Chicagoland area and Great Falls, Montana markets.

Typical Duties:

Review of project estimate and project documents including contracts, drawings specifications, addendum and the like.
Initiate and maintain relationships with owner, A/E contacts, vendors and subcontractors.
Monitor and control of immediate and overall project schedule.
Represent the company in project meetings and negotiations.
Manage the contracting and purchase of materials and services including approval of invoices for labor and material.
Prepare and present pay applications and necessary documentation through coordination with project accountant in a timely manner.
Manage field labor and productivity with the help of on site superintendent.
Prepare proposed change orders and requests for cost proposals; maintain appropriate documentation and control of this risk.
Manage the submittal process for self performed and contracted work.
Risk management in all facets of project management including job safety.

Preferred Skills, Qualifications & Experience:

Five plus years project management experience with a general contractor.
Proficient in basic computer operations. Experience with Timberline Project Manager (PJ) a plus. Primavera scheduling experience preferred.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Knowledge of multiple disciplines.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Proven experience and judgment.
Construction or Engineering related BS Degree.

Resumes can be sent to: JobApplicant@JJHenderson.com

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