Company Description

Kemp is an industry leading General Contractor with a 125-year record of completing successful projects in Southern California. Working to capture Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build contracts, Kemp targets contracts ranging in size from $20 Mil. to $200 Mil. in the following public works sectors: Education (DSA), Government Facilities, Transportation and Healthcare (HCAI/OSHPD) projects.

Position Description

Kemp has an immediate opening and is looking to add to our already dynamic preconstruction/ estimating department. We are seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to join our team of dedicated professionals. This role will require a motivated individual who works well within a main office group setting, enjoys collaborating, is organized, and is looking to advance and grow with the company.

Requirements& Responsibilities

• Review RFP’s and SOW’s to understand project(s) and formulate cost estimates
• Work to source and obtain quotes from vendors and subcontractors
• Analyze / compare subcontractor proposals and ensure they meet project work scopes
• Create accurate and detailed scopes of work and all related project estimates
• Estimating of labor / materials / subcontractor costs and all other costs for complete work
• Support our Preconstruction and Operations teams in developing / presenting estimates
• Send bid invites to targeted subcontractors to ensure proper subcontractor coverage
• Identify and suggest project savings and production efficiencies
• Perform pre-estimate site walks and visit active job sites, as needed
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with the key subcontractors and vendors
• Analyze all project requirement documents, specifications, and project plans
• Prepare estimates and spreadsheets for all deliverable stages, Schematic to Permit Set
• Use bid data to prepare a detailed cost analysis depending on client or company needs
• Present comprehensive project cost estimates to management and other stakeholders

Qualifications

·        Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or related field preferred

·        5+years of experience in commercial construction estimating

·        Proficiency in estimating software, Bluebeam, Excel, and Google spreadsheets

·        Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and excellent communication skills

·        Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines

·        Understanding of construction materials, means and methods, and related terminology

·        Familiarity with commercial building and public works contracting codes

·        Ability to travel occasionally to local projects for site visits +/- 60miles

·        Sets high standards of performance for self and others

·        Assumes responsibility / accountability for successfully completing assignments

·        Ensures a high quality work product representative of a professional effort

Salary& Benefits

·        Salary is market competitive and commensurate with experience, ranging from $85k to 165k.

·        100%Company paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Premiums for Employee and Family.

·        Company Vehicle provided

·        401Kwith company matching.

·        Continuing education / Industry training provided

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Kemp Bros. Construction, Inc. seeks motivated candidates for full-time employment in Commercial Construction positions in the greater Los Angeles area of Southern California.  We offer excellent benefits and opportunities for advancement at this privately held, family-oriented and employee-focused, general contracting firm.

The Project Manager is the face of our company on projects and needs to be an excellent communicator who can adapt to different personalities and various jobsite conditions.   The Project Manager must be able to assess problems, make informed and timely decisions on behalf of the project and company goals, demonstrate effective team leadership and be able to delegate tasks appropriately.  

Responsibilities include overall management of the construction process, including attending and representing the company in owner/architect meetings; negotiating contracts and change orders with subcontractors; managing project schedule development and implementation; reviewing, analyzing and monitoring project costs and client relations.  The applicant must have significant experience with compiling and processing monthly progress billings and administering change orders.  In addition, the ability to perform constructability reviews, draft subcontracts and assemble a construction schedule are essential.  Accurate job cost reporting to upper management is a priority.

A degree in Construction Management, or related field, with a minimum of 6 years’ experience as a Project Manager for a commercial general contractor is preferred. Experience in DSA regulated school construction (K-12 and higher education), public works projects and/or healthcare/OSHPD regulated projects is desired.

Excellent interpersonal skills and computer skills are essential. Working knowledge of any of the following software is a plus:  Microsoft Office Products, especially Project, Primavera, Prolog Manager, NoteVault, Procore, Textura and Bluebeam.

Kemp Bros. Construction, Inc. seeks motivated candidates for full-time employment in Commercial Construction positions in the greater Los Angeles area of Southern California.  We offer excellent benefits and opportunities for advancement at this privately held, family-oriented and employee-focused, general contracting firm.

The Project Engineer is an important member of our construction team, working in a field office environment. Responsibilities include reviewing and processing submittals and shop drawings, managing RFIs and securing timely responses, assisting the Project Manager and Superintendent with daily subcontractor field issues. The Project Engineer will communicate with the project’s owner and design team, assisting with processing change orders and managing the project’s closeout effort.  All candidates must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively as a team member.  

A degree in Construction Management, or related field, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Project Engineer for a commercial general contractor is preferred. Experience in DSA regulated school construction (K-12 and higher education), public works projects and/or healthcare/OSHPD regulated projects is desired.

Excellent interpersonal skills and computer skills are required and working knowledge of any of the following software is a plus:  Microsoft Office Products, especially Project, Primavera, Prolog Manager, NoteVault, Procore, Textura and Bluebeam.

Kemp Bros. Construction, Inc. seeks motivated candidates for full-time employment in Commercial Construction positions in the greater Los Angeles area of Southern California.  We offer excellent benefits and opportunities for advancement at this privately held, family-oriented and employee-focused, general contracting firm.

The Superintendent is our field construction leader and must have verifiable experience in constructing DSA regulated school projects (K-12 and higher education) and various other types of public and private facilities. Healthcare/OSHPD regulated project experience is also a plus. Knowledge of all aspects of project safety and OSHA regulations is required.

Experience in ground up construction, as well as working in occupied building environments, is required. Applicants should possess a broad knowledge of concrete, structural steel, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, and demonstrate the ability to schedule these trades with successful outcomes. The ability to plan, coordinate and prosecute the work is essential. Understanding, developing and adhering to project construction schedules is also a mandatory requirement.

The project Superintendent acts as the front-line contact with the owner, architect, engineer and project building inspectors and is expected to provide direction and leadership to all sub-trades, work closely with the contractor’s field staff, Project Managers, Project Engineers and other support staff, owner’s representatives and the design team to help develop and maintain construction schedules, coordinate and direct the construction process.  

Excellent interpersonal skills and computer skills with an understanding of BIM are required.  Working knowledge of any of the following software is a plus:  Microsoft Office Products, especially Project, Primavera, Prolog Manager, NoteVault, Procore, Textura and Bluebeam.