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If you like ownership, a little healthy pressure, and a team that treats you like a partner instead of a cog, this is your seat at the table.WHAT YOU'LL ACTUALLY BE DOING▪       Keep informed on, and ensure that, all insurance, safety, and non-harassment standards are met on assigned projects▪       Work with Estimating to develop schedules and review budgets, maintaining a thorough understanding of the project estimate▪       Prepare and negotiate change orders and manage the submission process▪       Own the timely buy-out and planning of work; review and analyze subcontractor and vendor bids alongside the estimating team▪       Work with the Superintendent to manage subcontractors and monitor their progress▪       Utilize project management software (Procore, Sage/Timberline, Microsoft Project, and similar) to support project administration; familiarity with AutoCAD is a plus▪       Inspect job sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance with engineering plans, specifications, and safety standardsWHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE▪       3+ years of experience successfully managing commercial construction projects▪       Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively as part of a team▪       Capable of co-leading preconstruction and design-build efforts, including scope reviews, price negotiations, and value engineering suggestions▪       Proficiency with Microsoft Office, MS Project, and Procore/Sage/Timberline▪       Understanding of cost accounting methods, systems, and reporting▪       Working knowledge of building codes, permitting, and other regulatory requirements▪       LEED accreditation a plusEDUCATION▪       Four-year college or university degree in engineering or construction managementWHY OUR CREW STICKS AROUNDWe're not a family business — but stick with us a while and it starts to feel like one. Here's what our team says they love most:▪       Autonomy — nobody's hovering over your shoulder. Own your work.▪       Real trust and respect, from leadership on down▪       A genuine sense of camaraderie — the good-natured ribbing kind, not the forced kind▪       A team that actually has your back when things get tough on-site▪       Zero micromanagement — we hire good people and let them do their jobs, while supporting where needed▪       A workplace that's fun, upbeat, and doesn't take itself too seriously▪       Proof it works: 75% of our team was referred by another employeeLET'S BUILD SOMETHING TOGETHERThink you're the right fit? We'd love to hear from you. Send your resume to info@benchmarkconstruction.org and let us know which role you're after. 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