Exeter Cost Jobs in Usa

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for monitoring costs associated with products in both development and construction phases, collaborating with other departments to identify and implement new and more cost-efficient methods and materials, sourcing new vendors and trades, vendor/trade negotiations to obtain reduced costs, and purchase order/work order execution. Duties include:

Controlling and Reducing Costs

• Choose vendors using a balanced approach, including quality, cost, and service.                                    
• Procure contracts and material costs at the lowest possible cost while maintaining quality and service standards.                                    
• Work with other departments to value engineer new product and projects.
• Provide support and feedback for purchasing strategy adjustments.
• Work with peers to come up with ideas to cut costs; motivate each other to achieve these goals.                                    
• Complete detailed estimates of costs and quantities of residential products using comparative and differential estimating techniques in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets.                                    
• Design and implement strategies that reduce build-times, cost, and maintain or increase quality standards.                                    
• Directly responsible for purchasing information accuracy on sales documents (option prices, custom option costing and pricing, selection, colors, etc.).

New Communities

• Provide accurate quantity takeoffs for new plans.                                    
• Create accurate material list for each new plan.                                    
• Create accurate contract budget for each new plan.                                    
• Negotiate with trade contractors and vendors to deliver high value.
• Create accurate lot premium budget for each new subdivision.

Variance Reporting

• Track VPOs on a dialy basis on the VPO Log.                                    
• Forward all "VPO Approved" e-mails to the appropriate Superintendent to make them aware of the extra material thiat is ordered.                                    
• Review the VPO Log at month end and give recommendations for changes to improve future variances.                                    
• Submit Variance Report to the Purchasing Manager by the 25th of the month for all homes closed in the previous month.                                    
• Process Exception Reports within 3 to 5 hours of receipt from Accounting (submit to Construction by 12PM and to Accounting by 1:30PM).

Hard Costs

• Complete all hard cost updates by the assigned deadline.
• Bid lumber by the assigned deadline.                                     
• Run and review Hard Cost Report (following Hard Cost Process exactly).                                    
• Run and review Option Price Updates (following Option Price Update Process exactly) and turn into Purchasing Manager 3 days prior to option price deadline.                                    
• Enforce vendor increase policies.                                    

Custom Options

• Track custom option requests and status on Custom Option Tracker.
• Estimate custom options (ensure all estimates are completed within 3 days of the request or within 5 days for structural requests that require a drawing).
• Responsible for the accuracy of all custom option estimates for Sales.

House Release

• Follow House Release process exactly to ensure correct variance reporting.
• Provide detailed Load Budget Request Sheet to Accounting with proper expectations when asking for budgets to be loaded.

Cost Cuts

• Strive to achieve cost cut goals each quarter through negotiating and value engineering.                        
• Record progress on Cost Cut Tracker.

Vendor Paperwork

• Update Vendor Paperwork Tracker every Thursday.                                    
• Record date of the most recently signed Schedule A for all vendors.

Rebates

• Ensure that Hakes Brothers is submitting and collecting on all rebate programs on a quarterly basis by the 10th of the month.

Builder of Choice

• Help Hakes Brothers become the Builder of Choice for our trade contractors. Manage trade contractors and supplier relationships so they can accomplish their jobs effectively and efficiently. Work with trade contractors to create value for them, as well as for Hakes Brothers. Be firm but fair; be consistent and reliable;instill discipline; give ample lead times; provide proper materials to execute the job; pay on time; be a good listener, and show respect.

Manage Professional Relationships

• Cooperate with other departments and work to better the overall culture at Hakes Brothers.

Professional Appearance / Team Player

• Always look, dress and speak professionally.                                    
• Be a Leader. Be an example to other Purchasing Agents. Be the top performer of each of the Purchasing Agent responsibilities. Be a positive voice for the company.

Vehicle

• Must own or have access to vehicle for daily work.                                    
• Must carry a valid driver's icense and auto liability insurance.

Other

• Other duties as assigned.

Education

• Required: High School diploma or GED

Experience / Qualifications

• Preferred: At least two years' relevant experience

Skills / Abilities

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail                                    
• Excellent problem-solving skills                                    
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills\

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas under consideration in all types of weather                       
• Ability to work in various weather conditions - heat, rain, cold, etc.

Company: JP Tank, Inc.

Location: Rosendale, Wisconsin

Position Type: Full-Time – Office Based

JP Tank is a growing industrial concrete construction company specializing in large concrete tanks, digesters, waste storage structures, lagoons, and other agricultural infrastructure projects across the Midwest and United States.

Our projects involve complex reinforced concrete structures that require careful planning, strong field coordination, and disciplined project execution.

We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to support our estimating and operations team by managing project documentation, budgets, job costing, and project controls.

This position works directly with the company President and estimator and offers a career path into construction estimating and project management.

The Construction Project Controls & Estimating Coordinator is responsible for converting estimates into proposals, setting up project budgets, managing project documentation, and tracking project performance through job costing and key performance indicators (KPIs).

This role serves as the administrative and financial control center for construction projects, ensuring estimates, budgets, field reporting, and job costing remain aligned throughout the life of each project. 

The role also provides a growth path toward assisting with construction estimating.

Convert completed estimates into professional customer proposals

Review estimate scope and inclusions with the estimator

Format proposal documents using company templates

Submit proposals to customers

Track proposal status and maintain bid logs

Maintain the company bid pipeline tracking system

Assist the estimator with bid documentation and organization

When projects are awarded, the coordinator will:

Set up new projects in the company accounting system (Intuit Enterprise Suite)

Create cost-coded project budgets aligned with the estimate

Enter labor budgets, equipment budgets, and material budgets

Ensure estimate structure aligns with job cost tracking structure

Create and organize project files and documentation systems

Complete job setup checklists including project information, contract details, and wage requirements

Track project budgets versus actual job performance

Maintain job cost reports and financial tracking

Monitor labor hours and production data

Track key project performance indicators (KPIs)

Identify potential cost overruns early

Assist with weekly project performance reporting

Support job cost forecasting for ongoing projects

Review and code vendor invoices to the appropriate job cost codes

Ensure vendor invoices are entered accurately into Intuit Enterprise Suite

Verify invoices align with project budgets and job cost categories

Assist accounting with accurate job costing records

Track potential scope changes on projects

Maintain change order logs

Prepare change order documentation

Coordinate with field staff regarding scope changes

Submit change orders for approval when required

Track approved versus pending change orders

Maintain organized digital project files

Manage drawing revisions and plan distribution

Maintain submittal logs and shop drawing records

Prepare Requests for Information (RFIs) when required

Maintain approved submittal folders for field crews

Ensure field staff always have access to current project documents

Collect production data from field staff including:

Square feet of formwork installed

Tons of rebar installed

Cubic yards of concrete poured

Labor hours per production activity

Maintain KPI dashboards used for project performance tracking

Assist with weekly project performance reporting

Monitor apprentice hours and ensure proper tracking for reporting purposes

Verify apprentice labor hours are recorded correctly in the job cost system

Coordinate with field staff to ensure apprentice labor requirements are met when applicable

Assist with real-time job forecasting based on production data and job cost reports

Track project progress against production targets

Identify potential financial risks early in long-duration projects

Provide support for weekly job cost forecasting reports

Assist with post-job cost analysis

Compare estimate versus actual project performance

Identify lessons learned for future estimates

Help improve estimating accuracy over time

Intuit Enterprise Suite (Construction Accounting)

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam (PDF markup and document review)

Dropbox or digital project file systems

Microsoft Project or similar (construction scheduling)

Strong organizational ability

High attention to detail especially with numbers

Comfortable working with numbers and spreadsheets

Strong written communication skills

Ability to manage documentation and project data

Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment

Construction industry experience

Project coordination or estimating support experience

Experience with construction accounting or job cost systems

Ability to read construction drawings 

Experience with spreadsheets and accounting programs

This position is designed to grow into an estimating role.

The right candidate will gain experience with:

Construction estimating

Project budgeting

Production tracking

Construction operations

Typical salary range: $75,000 – $95,000 depending on experience.

Benefits include paid time off, 401k with company matching, company health insurance, and potential performance-based incentives.

What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda
Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one.  We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success.  We strive to be a company that serves as a source of “power” that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a “zero environmental footprint.”

We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team.

If your goals and values align with Honda’s, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!

 About this Position: 

Lead and manage New Model project for new launches in North America through cross-functional coordination and cost roll-up of automotive parts sourced within Global and North American supply base, all which have significant impact on HDMA financial performance. Effectively lead and develop cost targets and strategies to achieve NM Model cost reduction goals for assigned models, monitoring progress and performance against the project, plan versus actual.  Provide clear, concise, and accurate cost and maker layout reports to Purchasing management and New Model Cost in line with project requirements.  Monitor progress and performance against the project, plan versus actual Lead team cost correlation activity with both global and regional design functions. Support project meetings and prepare reports to communicate the status of the project within and beyond the project team.

Responsibilities include:

• Create, maintain, and manage multiple new models (13-17) project schedules to meet overall schedule milestones and deliverables
• Represent the Department independently in project team meetings, theme activity, and evaluations; communicating across DEB areas to share ideas and gain consensus on key decisions and milestones
• Independently summarize Unit activity, conduct periodic reviews with Unit, Department & Division management to confirm new model status.  This includes Supplier and Cost strategy items.
• Create and manage new model cost targets through cost correlation activity with design, effectively managing performance and implementing countermeasure plans accordingly (annual supplier spend $3.2B/$38M investment).
• Accurately roll-up cost (piece price and investment) for each NM event, and report cost and project status at New Model Evaluations to Procurement and Design Leadership
• Report departments project status, clarifying risk and path forward at New Model evaluations (Cost Evaluations, We Are Ready) to Procurement Senior Management
• Communicate and collaborate across DEB areas of the business to share ideas and reach consensus.  Share project requirements to Department team and suppliers
• Develop and manage the coordination of cost table activity for use in supplier negotiation
• Mentor associates within group on problem solving, procedures, and fostering development

Who we are seeking:

Required Work Experience:

• 8+ Years of Purchasing, Sales, Quality Control, or Engineering experience

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Purchasing or equivalent relevant experience

Desired skills:

• Strong project management experience
• Managing complex and detailed projects
• Demonstrate leadership skills
• Gap analysis
• Strength in problem solving
• Setting goals and achieving results
• Catia knowledge
• Good organization
• Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, PowerPoint)
• Work cross functionally

Additional Position Factors:

• Domestic and International (1-2 weeks) travel may be required (10%)
• Willingness to work overtime due to the cyclical business needs of our NM launches (5-10 hrs.)
• Open office environment with moderate level of noise and activity.
• Hybrid work style (80% in office)
• Blended remote work is an available option based on management discretion and operating needs.
• Regular occurrence of communicating and presenting information in groups for evaluation purposes.

What differentiates Honda and makes us an employer of choice?

Total Rewards: 

• Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
• Regional Bonus (when applicable)
• Manager Lease Car Program (No Cost - Car, Maintenance, and Insurance included)
• Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 
• 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
• Relocation assistance (if eligible)

Career Growth:

• Advancement Opportunities
• Career Mobility
• Education Reimbursement for Continued learning
• Training and Development Programs 

Additional Offerings:

• Lifestyle Account
• Childcare Reimbursement Account
• Elder Care Support
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
• Wellbeing Program
• Community Service and Engagement Programs
• Product Programs

Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

Sagamore Plumbing & Heating LLC is looking to add to our growing Estimating Department. Candidate must have strong knowledge of HVAC and NFPA codes. Have strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to work in a busy environment and adapt to frequent project changes.

Here at Sagamore, we provide career opportunities to master your craft, earn competitive wages and make a real difference in the lives of our customers and our community. We are looking for employees who take pride in their work and see it as both an art and trade. You will work in an environment where your hard work is rewarded, recognized and appreciated. Your daily contributions will have a direct effect on the success of the company and your future. If you want to be part of something bigger than a just a job – make this career move and apply today!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attends job site walkthroughs and pre-bid meetings.
• Provides detailed take-offs.
• Solicit subcontractors and vendors for quotes on proposals
• Review data to determine material and labor requirements and prepare itemized lists.
• Compute cost factors and prepare estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work; preparing bids; selecting vendors or subcontractors; and determining cost effectiveness.
• Conducts special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or effect cost reductions.
• Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Interfaces with other individuals in the organization to obtain support and commitment to the cost estimates.
• Contributes to a centralized cost estimating database and a formal process to support cost estimating to ensure historical data is utilized.
• Analyzes completed projects to compare estimated cost to actual cost and determine the reason for any discrepancies.
• Provide improvement recommendations to cost estimating procedures to reduce future discrepancies between estimated and actual costs.
• Identifies cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and process improvement efforts.
• Thoroughly reads and understands RFPs and RFQs for preparation of proposals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications to the level required for the position applied
• Strong understanding in mechanical systems
• Proficient in Quick Pen Estimating Software
• Proficient in Office 365
• Familiarity with HVAC piping and NFPA codes
• Valid Driver’s License

BENEFITS & PERKS:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401k with Company Match
• Profit Sharing Program
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Holiday Pay

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to regularly sit, use a computer and mouse, to occasionally climb permanent and temporary stairs, climb ladders, negotiate work areas under construction, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Occasionally requires passenger use of construction personnel hoists. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Performing this job regularly requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk, hear and stand. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Sagamore is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Bill Watts at Robert Half is working with a growing national construction company who is looking to directly hire a Regional Controller to this long tenured team! This person provides financial leadership across a multi‑state construction region, ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust project/job costing, disciplined cash and WIP management, and strong internal controls. This role partners closely with Regional Operations, Project Executives, Controllers and Project Managers to drive profitability, improve forecast accuracy, manage risk, and support strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Job Costing

• Own end‑to‑end job cost accounting: cost code structures, budget uploads, cost‑to‑complete, committed costs, and forecasting.
• Review project cost reports (labor, equipment, materials, subcontract, indirect) and lead monthly cost review meetings with PMs/Operations.
• Validate change orders (issued/received), ensuring scope alignment, pricing integrity, and timely revenue/cost recognition.
• Oversee labor productivity tracking (earned vs. actual hours), equipment utilization, and indirect allocation methodologies.
• Standardize cost controls across projects; ensure proper use of cost codes, work breakdown structures, and documentation.

WIP & Revenue Recognition

• Lead monthly WIP/POC process (percent‑complete) including EAC updates, margin fade analysis, and risk/opportunity registers.
• Ensure GAAP/ASC 606 compliance for revenue recognition, contract assets/liabilities, and variable consideration.
• Prepare and present WIP schedules, backlog analysis, and margin bridges for executive review.

Financial Close, Reporting & Audit

• Own the regional month‑end close (journal entries, accruals, intercompany, account reconciliations) and deliver timely, accurate financials.
• Produce dashboards: regional P&L, divisional/project profitability, SG&A, cash flow, DSO/DPO/working capital KPIs.
• Coordinate external audits, internal controls testing, and SOX/compliance (if applicable).
• Maintain a clean balance sheet (retentions, contract assets/liabilities, inventory, fixed assets, prepaids, leases).

Cash, Billing & Collections

• Oversee billing cycles (schedule of values, T&M, unit price), lien waivers, and retainage tracking.
• Partner with PMs to improve billing timeliness/accuracy, aged A/R, and change order billings; resolve disputes.
• Forecast cash flow at project and regional levels; manage vendor terms and DPO to optimize working capital.

Subcontractor/Vendor Compliance & Risk

• Ensure subcontractor compliance (COIs, bonds, W‑9, prequal, waivers) and monitor exposure to at‑risk subs.
• Support procurement with purchase commitments, price locks, and material escalation clauses.
• Partner with Legal/Operations to manage claims, disputes, and closeout.

Systems, Process & Team Leadership

• Lead continuous improvement across ERP, field tools, timekeeping, and procure‑to‑pay.
• Mentor and develop regional accounting staff; ensure cross‑training, clear RACI, and scalable processes.
• Champion data integrity and field‑to‑finance alignment (PMIS ↔ ERP) with standardized SOPs.
• Implement internal controls for cash disbursements, approvals, and asset safeguarding.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• 7+ years progressive accounting/finance experience, with 3+ years in construction (commercial, heavy civil, utilities, or industrial) highly preferred.
• Strong command of job costing, WIP/percentage‑completion revenue recognition, and change order accounting.
• Hands‑on experience with large ERPs and advanced Excel/BI.
• Proven leadership of multi‑site teams; excellent communication with Operations/PMs.
• Demonstrated success improving close cycles, forecast accuracy, and working capital.

Preferred Experience

• Union and certified payroll preferred.
• Heavy equipment costing, owned fleet charge‑out rates, and utilization analytics.
• JV and joint‑check administration; bonded projects.
• Multi‑entity, multi‑state tax considerations (sales/use, property, contractor’s tax).
• Power user of Power BI/Tableau; experience implementing ERP/PMIS integrations.

Core Competencies

• Operational Partnership: Collaborates with PMs/Operations; converts data into decisions.
• Ownership & Urgency: Meets deadlines, anticipates issues, resolves blockers.
• Process Improvement: Standardizes workflows; strengthens controls and visibility.
• Leadership & Communication: Develops talent; clear executive and field communication.
• Risk Management: Identifies margin fade, scope creep, unapproved change exposure.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• WIP Accuracy: Variance between WIP forecast and actuals; margin fade/improvement.
• Close Cycle Time: Days to close; % on‑time/accurate reconciliations.
• Billing & Collections: DSO, % current A/R, retainage aging, CO turnaround time.
• Cash & WC: Cash forecast variance, DPO/DSO/CCC improvements.
• Project Costing Discipline: % projects with timely EAC updates, CO documentation quality, % field timesheets approved on time.
• Audit & Controls: Deficiency rate, timely remediation, policy adherence.

Job Title: Estimator

Classification: Exempt

Job Summary: Responsible for assisting management in the general business operations of the company by the coordination, and successful completion of the estimating phase of projects.The overall goal of the Estimator is to provide a thorough, accurate, and competitive estimate that will result in the award of a profitable project.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Estimator will be primarily involved with performing the following duties and responsibilities.

• Use discretion and independent judgment and professional skills to perform daily duties and to resolve issues in order to minimize risk to the company.
• Provide thorough, accurate and competitive cost estimates through all phases of design, from concept to construction and permit documents.
• Identify value-engineered alternatives relating to construction methods, materials, schedule, and design.
• Determine proposal specifications and the scope of work by reviewing drawings, attending and/or managing bid and preconstruction meetings, etc.
• Analyze and document cost analysis from historical projects, purchase orders, contracts, and cost reports for future use in incorporating into estimates.
• Provide design assistance and cost data regarding project feasibility to the client, design professionals, and project team.
• Prepare bid package and provide leadership and coordination on bid solicitation and RFP’s.
• Develop scopes of work for sub-trades prior to and during bid solicitation.
• Perform takeoffs of multiple trades to minimize Alston Construction’s cost risks.
• Analyze proposals from subcontractors for cost, scope and completeness to determine award of work.
• Identify and qualify new subcontractors to ensure an adequate number of qualified and financially sound subcontractors are available and to expand bid solicitation coverage
• Prepare preliminary project schedules during the preconstruction phase and assist the Superintendent with the contracted schedule prior to construction.
• Organize and lead the transition of the project cost estimate to the Preconstruction/Project Manager.
• Assist the Preconstruction/Project Manager with pricing and negotiating owner and subcontractor change orders.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with prospective and current clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.

This position will also require performance of the following duties:

• Advise Preconstruction Manager, Preconstruction Director or VP/GM of any potential projects with existing or new clients
• Maintain detailed records of working documents as a back-up for estimates figures, including assumptions made for conceptual designs.
• Update and maintain subcontractor and design consultant database.
• Participate in applicable corporate meetings and forums.
• Make recommendations for ways to improve business operations (including processes, procedures and best operating practices), looking for ways to increase client satisfaction, improve efficiency and improve profitability.
• Other duties as assigned.

Safety:

• Comply with all safety policies, report suspected safety concerns, make recommendations for enhancements to the safety program, and visibly support and uphold the company’s strong safety culture.
• Remain current in all company required safety training and certifications.
• Acknowledge and celebrate safe behaviors and actions of others.

Personal:

• Understand and work within the accepted ethical standards of the company.
• Proactively support and encourage diversity on projects and team. Visibly support and promote fair and equal treatment and opportunity for all.
• Remain current in all company required training and certifications.
• Stay abreast of changes in the industry, best practices, and other industry information (including changes/trends in methods of construction and materials, construction costs, wage rates, fringes, working rules, and construction software and technology).
• Continuously find ways to take on challenges, increase skills and capacity, and improve knowledge and performance.

Education, Experience, and Licensing/Certifications:

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience successfully estimating (conceptual and hard bid) construction projects for a general contractor.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Design-build experience on relevant project types.
• Experience in value-engineering.
• Valid State-issued driver’s license and vehicle insurance which meets Alston Construction liability coverage requirements and satisfactory driving record.
• OSHA 10-hour Certification.
• First Aid/CPR Certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ability to estimate costs associated with technical tasks and thorough knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control systems and accounts.
• Thorough understanding of multiple project delivery types, including Design-Build, CM at Risk, CM not at Risk, General Contractor (hard bid and negotiated), etc.
• Thorough understanding of multiple contract delivery methods, including lump sum, guaranteed maximum price (GMP), cost-plus, etc.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Ability to maximize profitability and successfully balance the needs and expectations of the client while maintaining the Firm’s standards and reputation and mitigating risks.
• Ability to exercise initiative and to work well with discretion and sound independent judgment with minimal supervision, as well as in a team environment.
• Thorough understanding of job task sequencing/critical timeline scheduling.
• Ability to effectively handle stress.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, maps, surveys, mechanical and electrical sheets, project schedules, cost reports, and other construction documents; understanding of contract provisions which address scope of work and design criteria.
• Understanding of all local, state, federal and company safety and environmental regulations, codes, and requirements related to the construction industry; ability to impart knowledge to others.
• Good knowledge of all sub trades and their relationship and impact on each other.
• Ability to exercise initiative and sound independent judgment, define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make timely decisions.
• Creative problem-solver; willing to try several approaches when initial solution fails.
• Excellent skills in organization, time management, planning, and prioritization.
• Proactive and readily adaptable to changing conditions or demands and ability to work well under pressure and with tight deadlines.
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal) and presentation skills.
• Professional demeanor and effective interpersonal skills; ability to successfully interface with and to maintain good working relationships with clients, co-workers, managers, subcontractors, vendors, and others.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in computers, Phoenix, Word, Excel and Outlook, CMiC, Estimating Takeoff Software (eg. On Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, etc.), and Cost Estimating Software (e.g. DESTINI Estimator).

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, and reach.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, climb or crawl.
• Occasionally lift 10 lbs.
• Extensive computer use and reading from documents and computer. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Repetitive use of keyboard and mouse, extensive reading from documents and computer.
• Willingness and ability to work extended hours and flexible schedules, including evenings and weekends.
• Willingness and ability to travel.

Work Environment

• The majority of the Estimator’s duties and responsibilities take place in the office; however, office and non-manual work in the field is also required.
• Will be exposed to outside weather elements while in the field.
• May be exposed to loud noises, fumes, and/or airborne particles while in the field.

Dress, including proper PPE, is conducive to a building construction environment

Job Summary:

The Project Specialist supports project cost and financial control activities to ensure accurate and timely reporting. This role assists with budgets, change orders, earned value tracking, and project status reporting, and works with Project Managers, Branch Managers, and Regional Controllers to provide clear visibility into overall project performance.

Specific Role Responsibilities:

• Ensuring all project budgets are set up in Vista (ERP)
• Ensuring all project related costs are booked to the correct project, phase code and cost type each month.
• Ensuring all Purchase Orders are properly managed by the requestors.
• Ensure monthly accruals are made at month end to project cost
• Reviewing and auditing job cost on projects to ensure accuracy
• Ensuring all Change Orders on projects are executed and projected revenue, cost and gross profit numbers are updated in Vista each month
• Ensuring all projects are billed to clients weekly and/or monthly
• Ensuring scope, cost, and schedule risks are brought before the Project Managers to assist with their decision making.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with project accounting and cost control
• Construction Scheduling & Cost Control and/or Industrial Project Controls courses (preferred but not required)
• Hands-on exposure to tools like Primavera P6, MS Project, Excel/Power BI, and cost reporting (preferred but not required)
• Ability to review, interpret and organize data and information
• Understand financial terms and basic financial instruments (bonds; guarantees; payment security)
• Experience in Vista ERP beneficial

Essential Core Competencies:

• Financial Acumen: Demonstrates strong understanding of project accounting, job cost controls, accruals, revenue recognition, and gross profit management.
• ERP & Systems Proficiency: Proven ability to accurately set up, manage, and maintain project budgets, cost codes, and financial data within Vista (or similar ERP systems).
• Attention to Detail: Consistently ensures accuracy in job cost reporting, billing, accruals, and change order processing through thorough review and auditing practices.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and project stakeholders accountable for proper cost coding, purchase order management, and timely financial updates.
• Collaboration: Partners effectively with Project Managers, Operations, and Procurement to align financial data with project execution and decision-making.
• Communication: Clearly communicates financial insights, risks, and discrepancies related to scope, cost, and schedule to support informed project decisions.
• Risk Identification & Mitigation: Proactively identifies financial, scope, and schedule risks and escalates them to Project Managers to minimize project exposure.
• Drives Results: Ensures timely billing, accurate cost tracking, and updated financial projections to support strong project performance and profitability.
• Process Discipline: Follows and enforces established financial processes to ensure consistency, compliance, and audit readiness across all projects.
• Situational Adaptability: Adjusts priorities and approach to meet changing project demands, deadlines, and operational needs.

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent industry experience required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 1+ years of experience in project management, estimating, or sales within the construction or related industry preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Ability to walk job sites as needed.
• May be required to travel to job sites or other locations as necessary.

Legal Disclaimer:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Penhall Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, compensation inquiries, discussions or disclosures, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. (41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a))

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required. Penhall Company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other responsibilities as necessary.

Company Description

Jos. Schmitt Construction Company has been a trusted commercial, industrial and institutional construction partner since 1899, providing high-quality services for businesses throughout southeast Wisconsin.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Estimator to join our commercial construction team. As an Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for commercial construction projects, from the initial concept to the completion stage. You will collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to gather and analyze project data, ensuring that all cost components are considered to provide comprehensive, precise bids. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of construction processes, materials, labor, and market conditions, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Job Requirements and Duties

Cost Estimation: Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial construction projects, including labor, materials, equipment, overhead, and profit margins. Ensure estimates are accurate and competitive.

Project Scope Analysis: Analyze blueprints, specifications, and project documents to determine the scope of work, material requirements, and labor costs. Review project plans and drawings with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to clarify specifications and resolve discrepancies.

Material and Labor Cost Analysis: Research and source material prices, labor rates, and equipment rental costs. Maintain relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to stay up-to-date with pricing trends and changes.

Bid Preparation: Prepare and submit bids for commercial projects, ensuring all necessary details, terms, and conditions are included. Work with the project manager and other stakeholders to review and finalize bids before submission.

Subcontractor Coordination: Solicit and evaluate bids from subcontractors for specialized work, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other trades. Ensure that subcontractor bids are accurate, complete, and aligned with project requirements.

Budget Management: Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring costs stay within the estimated scope. Monitor expenditures and adjust cost estimates as needed throughout the project lifecycle.

Risk Analysis: Identify potential risks and budget contingencies related to project scope, site conditions, and unforeseen challenges. Advise management on potential cost-saving strategies and risks.

Tender and Proposal Management: Assist in the preparation of tender documents, proposals, and contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with project requirements and regulations.

Collaboration with Project Team: Work closely with project managers, architects, and engineers to understand the requirements and limitations of each project, providing input on cost-effective solutions and construction techniques.

Continuous Improvement: Continuously monitor industry trends, best practices, and technological advancements to improve the accuracy and efficiency of cost estimation processes.

Job Qualifications

Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an Estimator in commercial construction. Experience estimating various types of commercial projects (e.g., office buildings, retail spaces, industrial sites) is required.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. Alternatively, significant practical experience in construction estimating may substitute for formal education.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., ProEst, Buildertrend, Bluebeam, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, methods, and techniques.
• Ability to analyze blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.

Mathematical Skills: Strong ability to perform complex mathematical calculations related to costs, quantities, and measurements.

Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in cost estimation, with the ability to identify and correct potential discrepancies.

Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to present cost estimates and project proposals clearly and confidently to clients, contractors, and team members.

Project Management Understanding: Knowledge of project management processes, including timeline management, procurement, and budget monitoring.

Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.

Certifications (optional): Certifications such as the Associate Estimating Professional (AEP), Certified Professional Estimator (CPE), or similar industry certifications are a plus.

Collaboration Skills: Ability to work collaboratively with project managers, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to ensure the best project outcomes.

Director of Supply Chain

Location: San Francisco, CA (On-site / Hybrid)

Company: Anode Technology Company

About Us

Anode exists to accelerate the monumental shift away from the supersystem of extraction, processing, and burning of fossil fuels—toward lightweight capture and consumption from entirely renewable sources. We’re building scalable, silent, flexible, and efficient mobile energy infrastructure to power the zero-emission future. Our mobile battery energy storage systems (mBESS) represent a new category of clean, deployable power.

Position Overview

Anode is seeking its first Director of Supply Chain to establish the foundation of our sourcing, procurement, and cost-management disciplines. This is a hands-on, high-ownership individual contributor role that will evolve into a leadership position as Anode transitions from low-volume prototype builds to serialized production in 2027.

You will manage procurement activities spanning rapid prototype component sourcing to multi-million-dollar supply agreements with OEM partners. You will build and maintain the manufacturing bill of materials (MBOM), establish supplier relationships, and ensure that realized and projected costs are clear, traceable, and actionable. A critical near-term priority is developing a contract manufacturing partnership in 2026 to support Anode’s path to high-volume manufacturing. As our organization scales, you will shape sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and manufacturing partnerships—laying the groundwork for a supply chain that can grow with the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract Manufacturing Partnership: Lead the evaluation, selection, and onboarding of a contract manufacturing partner in 2026 to support both low-volume prototype production and future high-volume serialized manufacturing. Define technical requirements, establish quality standards, and structure partnerships that can scale with product demand.
• Supplier Development & Management: Develop and manage a diverse supplier base spanning local fabricators, component distributors, and major OEM partners. Negotiate terms, monitor performance, and maintain trusted relationships that balance cost, quality, and delivery schedule.
• Cost Management & MBOM Ownership: Build and maintain organized, accurate manufacturing bills of materials that reflect both realized prototype costs and projected production costs. Work with engineering teams to capture design changes and ensure cost implications are visible and tracked.
• Strategic Sourcing & Risk Mitigation: Navigate evolving tariffs, supply disruptions, and regional manufacturing dynamics. Identify alternate sources, evaluate total cost of ownership, and develop long-term sourcing strategies that balance cost competitiveness with supply chain resilience.
• Procurement Execution: Own day-to-day purchasing activities across mechanical, electrical, and system components—driving competitive quotes, placing orders, and ensuring timely delivery to support rapid hardware iteration and prototype builds.
• Operational Foundation: Establish scalable supply chain processes, documentation practices, and cost-modeling frameworks that will support the transition to serialized production—creating systems and standards that can mature with the company.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to translate design requirements into sourcing strategies, manage component lead times, and resolve supply-related technical or schedule challenges.

Qualifications

Must Have:

• 7+ years of experience in supply chain, sourcing, or procurement roles within hardware or manufacturing environments
• Proven ability to operate both tactically and strategically—comfortable managing immediate procurement needs while building long-term sourcing plans
• Demonstrated success managing complex supplier bases across varied component categories and price points
• Experience with cost tracking, BOM maintenance, and supplier negotiations for electromechanical systems
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of materials; comfortable engaging directly with engineers to clarify requirements
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills in fast-paced, early-stage environments

Preferred:

• Experience evaluating, selecting, and onboarding contract manufacturers for electromechanical or energy systems
• Background in energy storage, electric vehicles, heavy equipment, or other electrified hardware systems
• Experience scaling manufacturing operations from prototype to low-volume and high-volume production
• Understanding of contract manufacturing models, quality systems (ISO, AS9100, etc.), and supplier qualification processes
• Familiarity with tariff impacts, regional sourcing strategies, and cost-reduction methodologies
• Experience with ERP or PLM systems for BOM and procurement management

Why This Role Matters

As Anode's first supply chain hire, you will define how we source, procure, and cost-manage the components that power our mobile energy systems. Your work will enable engineering and manufacturing teams to move quickly and confidently—turning design intent into reliable, cost-effective hardware. This is a foundational role that will directly shape our operational capabilities and our ability to scale from prototype to production.

Job Title: Development Estimator

Position Summary

The Development Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate conceptual, schematic, and detailed cost estimates for commercial real estate development projects. This role supports the development team by providing cost analysis during underwriting, design, and pre-construction phases to ensure project feasibility, budget alignment, and informed decision-making. The ideal candidate combines strong construction knowledge with a development-oriented mindset and the ability to estimate with limited design information.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Estimating & Budgeting

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, and detailed construction cost estimates for ground-up and redevelopment projects

• Develop and maintain project budgets from feasibility through construction documentation

• Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing based on drawings, specifications, and conceptual narratives

• Evaluate alternative design and construction approaches to optimize costs

Pre-Development & Feasibility Support

• Support development underwriting by providing early-stage cost models and assumptions

• Assist with pro forma development, cost benchmarking, and sensitivity analysis

• Identify cost risks, escalation factors, and contingencies

Design & Consultant Coordination

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and development project managers during design phases

• Review consultant drawings and specifications for cost impacts and constructability

• Track design changes and update estimates accordingly

Vendor & Market Analysis

• Solicit and analyze subcontractor, vendor, and contractor pricing as required

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of material, labor, and market cost trends

• Develop and maintain cost databases and benchmarking tools

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare clear cost reports, summaries, and presentations for internal stakeholders

• Assist with value engineering exercises and cost reconciliation

• Support pre-construction handoff to construction and project management teams

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (preferred)

• 5+ years of experience in estimating, pre-construction, or development cost analysis

• Experience with commercial real estate projects (office, retail, industrial, or mixed-use)

• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and pricing

• Ability to estimate with incomplete or conceptual design information

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software (e.g., Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift)

• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with development budgets and pro formas

• Experience working with project management platforms (e.g., Procore) a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working for a developer, GC, or design-build firm

• Knowledge of value engineering and life-cycle cost analysis

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Work Environment

• Office-based with collaboration across development and construction teams

• Occasional site visits and consultant meetings

Pay Range: $70,000 - $100,000