Careers
Murnane Building Contractors, Inc., is growing its clientele, and we have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join our award-winning business in ur Plattsburgh, NY office, and a Project Manager in our Syracuse, NY office. The ideal candidates will have previous experience in construction, be organized, motivated, detail-oriented and driven. We are offering a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with an outstanding benefits package, including fully paid healthcare and dental insurance. This is the perfect opportunity to build a career at a leading general construction firm. To apply, send a resume indicating what position you’re applying for and for which office location to Monica Ha at monicaha@murnanebuilding.com.
Construction Estimator (Plattsburgh, NY)
Our Estimator will:
- Review and evaluate detailed cost estimates
- Prepare estimates and purchase orders in detail for all products
- Ensure timely completion of estimates
- Understand scope of work to bid
- Manage bid pricing from all vendors
- Prepare cost analysis
- Perform risk assessment
- Establish and maintain working relationships with vendors and subcontractors
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- 401(k) and company Profit Sharing contributions
- Fully paid Health and Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
Experience:
- Proven experience as a General Construction Estimator
- Strong understanding of Concrete, Masonry, Carpentry, Metal Framing and Drywall Construction
- 5+ years’ experience preferred
- Proficiency with estimating software, on-screen take-offs
- Excellent communication and negotiating skills
- Well-organized and reliable
- BSc/BA in engineering, construction, or relevant field
Work Remotely:
Primarily work in the office with the flexibility to work from home when needed.
Project Manager (Syracuse Office)
Our Project Manager will:
- Determine and define scope of work and deliverables
- Prepare budgets, cost estimates, schedules and timelines
- Predict resources needed to complete projects
- Obtain necessary permits, approvals, and other regulatory and legal prerequisites
- Coordinate efforts across entire project between architects, designers, engineers, and subcontractors
- Manage costs in order to meet budget
- Manage subcontractor and supplier relationships
- Manage construction schedule and activities
- Issue progress updates as needed regarding costs and timelines
- Ensure work is done in compliance with all relevant building and safety codes
- Explain contract and technical matters in a clear manner
- Problem-solve to address delays, emergencies or other issues
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Project Manager
- Project Manager Preferred 1+ years of experience
- Strong understanding of Concrete, Masonry, Carpentry, Metal Framing and Drywall Construction
- Exceptional time management skills, ability to estimate work effort and time needed for various construction jobs
- Ability to budget, schedule, negotiate, and control costs
- Good writing skills for proposals and reports
- Excellent technical skills and understanding of construction methods, contracts and blueprints
- Excellent communication and negotiating skills
- Well-organized and reliable
- BSc/BA in engineering, construction, or relevant field
- Understanding of scheduling software, MS Project or Primavera
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- 401(k) and company Profit Sharing contributions
- Fully paid Health and Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
Work Location:
- Project Manager: Syracuse, NY, office
Work Remotely:
Primarily work in the office with the flexibility to work from home when needed.
Murnane Building Contractors, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.