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Hoffman Construction Company Assistant Cost Manager in Sunnyvale, California
POSITION SUMMARY: The Asst. Cost Manager will work within the Operations department and will report to the Cost Manager. They will work closely with clients, subcontractors, and craftspeople. The Project Manager will oversee and coordinate all phases of various types of construction projects. This position will be on project site located in Sunnyvale, CA.
SALARY RANGE: $95,000 - $130,000 annually DOE
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Hoffman is building a diverse company, and we welcome all candidates to apply. We are seeking candidates to work in Sunnyvale, CA on a large semi-conductor manufacturing project.
Headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, the Hoffman Construction name is synonymous with some of the most iconic projects in the region like the Portland International Airport, the Space Needle Century Project, MoPOP, Seattle Central Library, Colman Dock, Randall Children's Hospital, and the University of Oregon’s Hayward Field.
Our company has been in business for over a century, but we are not stuck in the past. We encourage innovation, and we welcome diversity.
Hoffman is employee-owned, which means employee owners have a stake in the company's long-term success, and it means you have the freedom and independence to solve challenges without bureaucratic second-guessing.
You will earn highly competitive pay, get professional skills training, and enjoy benefits like free primary healthcare for you and your family through our dedicated healthcare clinics, health insurance, paid time off, a generous retirement program and a culture of inclusion and acceptance.
The people who work here take pride in their work, support each other, and drive our commitment to exceptional construction, from urban high-rise towers, educational buildings, museums and libraries to advanced technology, industrial manufacturing facilities, water treatment plants, healthcare facilities and more.
Hoffman is a place where you can feel like you belong. Many of our employees have been here for 20+ years. They often join us straight out of college or apprenticeships and grow their entire careers here.
We are looking for people with a wide range of talents in positions from the jobsite to our corporate offices. Explore our website (https://www.hoffmancorp.com/careers/) , and, if you like what you see, apply today.
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Setup and maintain job cost reports, including budgets, commitments, forecasts, yet to buys, contingencies, and spends.
Track costs by bid package, field order, and specific category of change as defined by the client.
Setup and maintain project indicators and equipment/material vendors to validate cost proposals.
Monthly reconciliation of project cost reports.
Interpret design documents, construction documents, and technical manuals to quantify materials required for construction.
Perform quantity take-offs from project drawings.
Prepare and Manage cost authorization packages.
Summarize quantities of materials in an orderly fashion.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
EDUCATION
High School diploma or GED required.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent degree and/or equivalent field work experience required.
EXPERIENCE
A minimum of 3- 5 years of estimating and/or project management experience preferred.
Specific experience in industrial and/or hi-tech semiconductor manufacturing projects is preferred.
LEED Accreditation or the ability to become certified in 18-24 months preferred.
POSITION RELATED SKILLS
Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point and Teams), and have a general understanding of working within a computer network.
Experience with project management software such as Prolog, Procore, E-Builder, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, Primavera Project Planner (P6) and JD Edwards.
Experience with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks.
Training in design and construction document reading, design specifications, survey theory and techniques.
Experience in organizing technical data in a neat and accurate method. Familiar with CSI specification system for construction,
Experience with field and personnel management.
Highly developed visual observation and interpretation skills.
Ability to work well and maintain a cooperative attitude through high-pressure situations.
Excellent time-management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work while frequently interrupted by phone calls and questions on work in progress.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships.
Ability to work closely with variety of trade and craft people in a field work situation. Patience and professionalism are essential.
Must be a strong team player with the ability to collaborate with various personnel within and across departments and at all levels of leadership.
Work schedule must be flexible to allow extended hours or off-shift work to accommodate changing construction schedule and sequences.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Standing/Walking/Sitting: Workday is a combination of being stationary and moving about the work location.
Must be able to climb stairs: Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs and work in confined spaces.
Hands/Arms: Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. Frequently operates machinery and will use hands/fingers and legs to operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect and position materials
Sight: Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus in an outdoor environment. Must be able to safely operate a vehicle with a valid driver's license. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; reading printed and digital documents
Hearing: Must be able to work in proximity to loud equipment more than 75% of the time. Must be able to wear hearing protection as necessary. Often required to communicate with customers and coworkers in an office setting and on the job site.
Speech: Ability to communicate laws, ordinances, plans, regulations, protocols, directives, and standard operating procedures related to project scope in English.
Lift/Carry: Must have the ability to lift or manipulate 50 pounds to a height of 3 feet, and carry or push it 50-100 feet.
Bending/Twisting: Frequent.
Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: Must be able to regularly position self in a kneeling, crouching or crawling position for the purpose of examining project work.
Must use independent judgment, and organizational and problem-solving skills to determine best method to accomplish desired results.
Application review will consider without limitation the following criteria: qualifications, education and experience specific to the job description/duties as well as prior experience with Hoffman Construction. Applicants must be able to pass the Hoffman Drug and Alcohol test.
Hoffman Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the employee of this job. Furthermore, this description is subject to change at the discretion of the company, with or without notice.
* Please note, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this position *
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