Job Opportunity: (Construction) Project Estimator

Job Location: Sarasota, Florida

Tandem Construction is now actively seeking to employ a Construction Project Estimator. This individual

will support pre-construction and construction services on commercial construction projects in Southwest Florida. The Estimator will work with Company Principals, Sr. Estimator, Project Managers and Contract

Administrators. The Estimator’s responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Solicit subcontractor and supplier quotes for concurrent projects

- Develop rapport with subcontractors and suppliers

- Communicate with subcontractors regarding scope of work and value engineering alternatives

- Review bid documents and develop scope of work for each discipline

- Create bid tabulation sheets for subcontractor bid comparison

- Perform digital takeoffs using on-screen takeoff software

- Qualify subcontractor and supplier proposals to ensure in accordance to plans and specifications

- Assist in developing estimates from conceptual, schematic, design development and final bid construction documents

- Collaborate with design team in regards to details and product specifications

- Prepare qualifications to accompany each level of estimate

- Review projects with Company Principals in regards to subcontractor selection and final estimate preparation

- Prepare all exhibits to accompany Owner contract

- Assist in developing internal project database

- Assist in developing customized data for estimating software

- Attend local industry related networking events

- Assist in preparing bid packages for state and/or local government projects

Preferred Skill Set:

the following represents PREFERRED criteria to apply for this position:

- 3+ Years of Experience in Commercial Construction Estimating in the fields of: Higher Education,

Sports & Recreation, Government, Multi-Family, Commercial Office Construction, K-12 and Hotel

- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or a related field

- Understanding of Plans and Specifications

- Communication, Multi-Tasking, Time Management and Organizational Skills

- Detail oriented and ability to work to deadlines

- Experience with Construction Management Software:

o Estimating –MC2 or Equal, Planswift or Equal

o Scheduling-Primavera, Microsoft Project or Equal

o Invitation to Bid-Pipeline or Equal

Software Used: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Plan Swift, ICE, SAGE PM and Accounting Modules, Autodesk Navisworks, Bluebeam, Plangrid, and others.

Job Opportunity: (Construction) Project Superintendent

Job Location: Sarasota, Florida

Tandem Construction is pleased to announce that we are actively interviewing for a Project

Superintendent. This role will support construction services on commercial construction projects in Southwest Florida. The Project Superintendent will work with Company Principals, Project Managers, Asst.

Superintendents, Project Engineers, Interns and Contract Administrators. The Project Superintendent’s responsibilities are to ensure that schedule, cost, safety and quality objectives are met daily by:

- Supervising all onsite construction activities

- Ensuring adherence of all work in accordance with plans and specifications

- Coordinating construction activities to maintain the project schedule

- Identifying and resolving potential problems and/or conflicts in the contract documents

- Maintaining jobsite safety

- Conducting pre-installation meetings with subcontractors

- Acting as the quality control coordinator

- Attending project meetings

- Assisting Project Managers and Executives with additional tasks

Preferred Skill Set: the following represents PREFERRED criteria to apply for this position:

- 5-10 Years of Experience in Commercial Construction in the fields of: Higher Education, Sports &

Recreation, Government, Multi-Family, and Commercial Office Construction

- High School Diploma

- Multi-Tasking, Time Management and Organizational Skills

Software Used: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Plan Swift, ICE, SAGE PM and Accounting Modules, Autodesk Navisworks, Bluebeam, Plangrid, and others.

Job Opportunity: (Construction) Assistant Project Manager

Job Location: Sarasota, Florida

Tandem Construction is pleased to announce that we are actively interviewing for an Assistant Project Manager. This role will support pre-construction and construction services on commercial construction projects in Southwest Florida. The Asst. Project Manager will work with Company Principals, Project Managers, Project Superintendents, Asst. Superintendents, Project Engineers, Interns and Contract Administrators. The Asst. Project Manager’s responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Identify and qualify subcontractors for assigned scopes of work

- Prepare, receive, analyze and negotiate bid packages

- Participate in design review meetings, emphasizing constructability

- Prepare permit applications and participate in agency coordination meetings

- Prepare and manage subcontracts and change orders

- Check, approve, transmit and track all submittals/RFIs

- Support team in preparing and updating progress schedules, assist in project sequencing

- Assist superintendent with subcontractor coordination, safety and quality management

- Assist with preparing close-out documents including O&E manuals, punch lists and inspections

- Attend meetings for all assigned projects

- Assist project managers and executives with additional daily tasks

Preferred Skill Set: the following represents PREFERRED criteria to apply for this position:

- 3-5 Years of Experience in Commercial Construction in the fields of: Higher Education, Sports &

Recreation, Government, Multi-Family, and Commercial Office Construction

- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or a related field

- Communication, Multi-Tasking, Time Management and Organizational Skills

- Experience with Construction Management Software:

o Estimating

o Scheduling

o Additional PM Tools (Finance and Accounting)

Software Used: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Plan Swift, ICE, SAGE PM and Accounting Modules, Autodesk Navisworks, Bluebeam, Plangrid, and others.

Tradesmen International is seeking a full-time Field Representative. The rep will be accountable for developing promoting and managing sales activity within a set territory in accordance with company objectives and strategies. Tradesmen International is the construction industry’s premier Construction Labor Support Company with over 100 locations across America. We pride ourselves on establishing bona-fide partnerships with clients, ensuring their labor-oriented needs are met timely and on budget through our unique Total Labor Support program serviced by our trained Field Representative, a.k.a., Sales Representatives. These sales supported services include, labor productivity consultation, staffing of high- caliber craftsmen and various training programs and services. Together or individually, our services help contractors greatly improve their workforce productivity while reducing their labor costs.

Major Responsibilities include:

1. Create and Grow Sales (Primary Function of the Field/Sales Rep)

2. Build and Sustain Strong Client Relationships

3. Manage and Build Strong Relationships with Field Employees

4. Perform Administrative Functions Critical to the Sales Function

 Job Requirements:

 

Field Representatives / Sales Representative must have the ability to work in a high-energy team environment, be self-motivated and goal oriented with a proven track record.  A "team player" attitude is expected.  We find that individuals who have a true passion for sales and are commission-driven are the field representatives who top the income charts.

• Good interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills along with the ability to prioritize activities to ensure client satisfaction is required.

• College degree desired, but not required.  Industry knowledge is a definite plus, but not required.

• Standard computer skills - experience using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes, Outlook or equivalents.

• Experience and success using Salesforce.com or other CRM is a plus

• This is a field-based sales position

Benefits:

 We offer all our Field Representatives an annual salary plus very attractive commission structure, as well as a comprehensive benefits package and paid time off. We support your personal efforts and growth through continued training initiatives locally and at the Tradesmen Education Center at our Cleveland, Ohio, corporate office.

Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability

‪Construction Field Manager

‪Job Type: Full-time

Position Job Summary: The Construction Field Manager is a working supervisory position. The position is responsible for the supervision, safety, instruction/training, and overall daily quality of work and scheduling at Habitat build sites. This position is expected to foster an environment of learning, training, and team building for site volunteers, partner contractors, partner families, and staff members while utilizing personal construction skills, knowledge of local and state codes and excellent project management skills.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:

• Build HFHS homes as per house plans, building codes, specifications and Habitat quality requirements.
  
• Provide a detailed budget and scope of work for assigned home build projects.Adhere to Habitat build schedule and funding deadlines.
  
• Acceptance of the strategic plan goals of the organization and the willingness to work within a goal oriented environment to serve more families.
  
• Responsible for maintaining an inventory of tools adequate to perform the scheduled activities and for regularly purging old tools that are unsafe or not functioning. Supervise overall construction activity and provide leadership to volunteers, partner families, subcontractors and staff.
  
• Monitor, schedule and coordinate the activities of subcontractors.
  
• Promote a work site environment that contributes to a successful experience for volunteers and partner family members that encourages them to return.
  
• Lead, train and supervises construction staff, volunteers and family partner members on construction techniques and HFHS safety standards and promote Habitat’s overall mission.
  
• Anticipate potential problem areas, analyze and recommend solutions or corrective actions.
  
• Constantly evaluate work site safety to ensure safe work practices are followed all times.
  
• Treat all individuals with the respect and dignity that reflects the ministry of HFHS.
  
• Demonstrate transparent reporting to management and work collaboratively with other functional areas of the organization.
  
• Promote use of volunteer tracking system
  
• Additional duties as may have assigned.
  

Required Qualifications:

• Commitment to and willingness to advocate for Habitat’s mission
  
• Understanding and commitment to HFHS’s Strategic Plan
  
• Professional construction appearance
  
• Ability to work well with diverse individuals
  
• Sensitivity to the needs of low-income and diverse family units
  
• Capacity to develop and maintain successful and productive relationships with Homeowner Candidates, Volunteers, Donors, Contractors and Staff.
  
• Manage permit requirements such as scheduling of building inspections.
  
• Minimum three years of general construction and project management required with a proven experience and track record.
  
• Comprehensive knowledge of local and state building codes.
  
• Demonstrate excellent communication, listening, organizational and interpersonal skills
  
• Demonstrate willingness & patience to work with unskilled volunteers
  
• Demonstrate ability to work within in a team environment
  
• Previous construction scheduling and project management is a requirement for this position.
  
• Demonstrate ability to teach and lead construction skills
  
• Demonstrate proper communication and email etiquette.
  
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule Tuesday through Saturday when required. Work schedule may fluctuate between Monday and Saturday scheduled days off during peak activities or depending on vacation schedules and or build site staff coverage.
  
• Maintain a valid driver’s license with good driving record and provide appropriate transportation to perform duties.
  
• Competent computer skills; advanced in Microsoft Office/Excel.
  

Education Requirements: High School Diploma/GED required, trade school or some college preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to communicate and exchange information effectively
  
• Ability to routinely lift and/or move up to 75lbs – unassisted
  
• Ability to routinely lift over 75lbs with assistance
  
• Ability to bend, stand, crawl for extended periods of time
  
• Ability to walk for extended periods of time
  
• Ability to reach & pull
  
• Ability to use fingers to type, grab & manipulate
  
• Ability to climb
  
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions
  
• Ability to work at levels over 6’ high for extended periods of time
  
• Ability to work in small or confined spaces
  
• Good eye to hand coordination
  
• Good sense of balance
  

Habitat for Humanity Sarasota is a drug free work place and an equal opportunity employer. Successful candidate subject to drug screening and DMV driving record check for verification of safe driving record.

Compensation: Full time, starting rate $25.00 hourly, PTO (paid time off), paid holidays, life insurance, medical and dental.

To apply: Please complete the online application. Job applications are also available at Habitat for Humanity Sarasota administrative office located at: 1757 North East Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34234 (9:00am - 5:00 pm; Monday- Friday)

No phone calls please.

Position Description: Construction Site Assistant

Classification: Part time

Responsibilities: Listed below are the key responsibilities. This list is not all inclusive, but is a general guideline regarding expected responsibilities of the position. The construction site assistant may be asked to perform other duties as deemed necessary.

• Supports the construction activities of HFHS.
  
• Assist in the delivery and set up of materials and tools as needed
  
• Assist in warehouse inventory maintenance of tools and supplies for build sites.
  
• Works as a team member to provide affordable homes for working families in need.
  
• Minimum two years in the construction field or field education in substitution of experience.
  
• Must demonstrate the ability to reason, process change in work plans, must demonstrate the ability to work in an environment with diverse volunteers and staff with varying talents, temperaments and skills.
  

Qualifications: Listed below are the minimum and preferred qualifications

• Must maintain a safe driving record.
  
• Ability to work independently and reliability in a construction filed environment
  
• Ability to solve practical and problems
  
• Work in varied weather and climate conditions
  
• Ability to stoop, bend, lift properly, and haul construction materials and tools.
  
• Minimum two- year work history in construction, construction related field or construction trade school.
  
• General knowledge of building materials and construction terminology.
  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to communicate and exchange information effectively
  
• Ability to routinely lift and/or move up to 75lbs – unassisted
  
• Ability to routinely lift over 75lbs with assistance
  
• Ability to bend, stand, crawl for extended periods of time
  
• Ability to walk for extended periods of time
  
• Ability to reach & pull
  
• Ability to use fingers to type, grab & manipulate
  
• Ability to climb
  
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions
  
• Ability to work at levels over 6’ high for extended periods of time
  
• Ability to work in small or confined spaces
  
• Good eye to hand coordination
  
• Good sense of balance
  

Habitat for Humanity Sarasota is a drug free work place and an equal opportunity employer. Successful candidate subject to drug screening and DMV driving record check for verification of safe driving record.

Compensation: Hourly part time position, approximately 32 hours per week at $17.00 per hour, Tuesday through Saturday. Benefits include; paid vacation time and paid holidays.

To apply: Please complete the online application. Job applications are also available at Habitat for Humanity Sarasota administrative office located at: 1757 North East Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34234 (9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Monday- Friday)

No phone calls please.

HAVE YOU CONSIDERED HIRING A VETERAN?

Every business has a need for a talented workforce and today’s veterans are a great fit for any company looking for hard-working, intelligent men and women with a unique mission-focused attitude.

Veterans Florida is here to help your business recruit, hire and train America’s best talent resource, our veterans.

Whether you are hiring your first veteran or you are a seasoned veteran-friendly employer, we can help you:

• Understand why veterans make great employees
  
• Tailor your job descriptions to attract veterans
  
• Learn about the financial incentives and benefits available to businesses who hire veterans
  
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• Reach veterans through career fairs and hiring events

Building Trades and Construction Design Technology

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment or advanced training in the building construction industry.

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Architecture and Construction career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Architecture and Construction career cluster.

The content includes but is not limited to applying construction techniques; reading plans and specifications; and developing trade skills in carpentry, masonry, electricity, plumbing and air conditioning

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Quest Design Group, Inc. is a full service mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection engineering design firm located in Sarasota, Florida seeking a variety of staff positions with various levels of design experience as described below.

Drafter:

We are seeking drafting support from an individual with experience in the ACAD and/or Revit design platforms.  The ideal candidate will be a team player and have a passion for design.  An understanding of HVAC, plumbing or electrical systems is beneficial for this position but not required.

• A basic understanding of HVAC, Plumbing or electrical systems
• AutoCAD or Revit skills
• Some level of verbal and written communication skills
• Limited understanding of the construction process
• This is a full time position

• Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
• Do NOT contact us with unsolicited services or offers
• OK to highlight this job opening for persons with disabilities

Starting pay level will be based on experience.

Send resume’s to:  rcave@questdg.com

Quest Design Group, Inc. is a full service mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection engineering design firm located in Sarasota, Florida seeking a variety of staff positions with various levels of design experience as described below.

Designer:

We are seeking a project designer with experience in the construction industry.  The ideal candidate will bring innovative thinking and passion for design to the position.  An understanding of HVAC, plumbing or electrical systems is required including the following;

• 1-5 years of experience designing HVAC, Plumbing or electrical systems for commercial, institutional, or industrial faculties
• Strong AutoCAD experience
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of the construction process
• This is a full time position

• Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
• Do NOT contact us with unsolicited services or offers
• OK to highlight this job opening for persons with disabilities

Starting pay level will be based on experience.

Send resume’s to:  rcave@questdg.com