New York Green Roofs Seeking Project Manager/Estimator
PROJECT MANAGER / ESTIMATOR - LANDSCAPE INSTALLATION AND DESIGN
New York Green Roofs is a design/build and bid/build urban landscape firm specializing in green roofs and other environmental forward green infrastructure and landscape projects. We work in the commercial, high-end residential and institutional markets, creating and maintaining some of the world's most iconic rooftop landscapes. As a small, high caliber team of 20 collaborators who love what we do, we are looking for a career minded, estimating and design focused project manager to join us in producing award-winning landscapes on-structure in and around NYC. You’ll be a part of a management team of seven (including the two owners) and an integral part of the organization’s Sales, Operations and Design Departments. Our office and shop are located in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Our Management team embraces a hybrid work environment; we are in office on Mondays and Thursdays and on site and remote the rest of the week.
In this role you will do the following:
Estimating
Thoroughly examine and understand all bid documents including landscape drawings, specifications, scope sheets, etc.
Perform accurate and reliable area and material take-offs
Communicate RFIs clearly to design team and/or general contractors
Develop accurate, and well written proposals within the company bid format for presentation to the client
Follow company sales strategy throughout the estimating process
Attend site visits / client meetings as needed
Project Management
Act as the main point of contact and client liaison on projects
Work collaboratively with NYGR’s Construction Manager to ensure each job is produced on time and on budget
Meet with architects, landscape architects, general contractors, and clients as needed
Take on-site measurements, field verifications and project photos
Assemble and deliver submittal packages as required per project
Procure, coordinate and schedule materials deliveries and subcontractor activities
Work on occasion with the field team
Review on-site work for quality control and adherence to specifications
Manage and track project changes and adjustments
Work with bookkeeper to ensure work completed is billed
Review job costing and production reports to identify and resolve variances
Design
Produce accurate shop drawings, construction details and plans as needed for project deliverables or in-house production
Opportunity for design/build and consulting related work: drafting, specifications, planting plans, precedent image packages, client presentations
You Must Meet These Qualifications:
3-5 years of experience in the landscape industry
Effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize work to meet deadlines
Be self-motivated and able to work on a team and independently
Friendly and comfortable creating and maintaining relationships with clients, vendors, and crew members of all ages and from all backgrounds (this includes face to face interaction, phone calls, emails, text messages, etc)
Fluency in AutoCAD
Proficiency with Adobe Suite
Mastery of Word and Excel
Self-motivated, responsible, disciplined, and persistent
Have a valid driver's license
Own work boots and clothes that can get dirty when you are out working with the field team
Degree in landscape architecture, horticulture, construction/building management or a related field desired
Experience in the Green Roof Industry a plus
NYC experience is preferable
Salary, Benefits, PTO – Salary commensurate with experience
This position is open immediately. Less than 1% of NYC buildings have green roofs. The need for them is real. This is a great opportunity to join an organization of creative, solutions-based team players as we keep pace with growing demand. Send cover letter, resume and portfolio to amy@newyorkgreenroofs.com and adam@newyorkgreenroofs.com
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