Open Positions (3)
Flemington, NJ
Construction Our client is seeking an Estimator to join their growing team! Our client is a well-established specialty construction supplier and installer located in Flemington, New Jersey looking for eager and talented candidates looking to take the next step in their career! The estimator will work with the sales and project management team to deliver estimates and quotes from project specific documentation.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Engages with manager(s) and team members to create, establishes, and administers standard(s) of work and best practices.
Works with sales team to develop and deliver estimates and quotes.
Manages multiple estimates.
Engages with 3rd party engineers as needed.
Assist with transition from estimate to project team on awarded projects.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills & Abilities:
1-3 years of experience estimating construction projects
Experience using Microsoft Office, Bluebeam and AutoCAD or Revit.
Read and understand construction drawings, details, and specifications.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
Education & Experience:
Associates or Bachelors in engineering, architectural, or related disciplines.
1-3 years of experience.
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
Salary:
$65,000 - $70,000
Columbia, SC
Construction The Axel Group is seeking a Purchasing Manager to join our client’s team out of Richland County, South Carolina. This firm, a national homebuilder, is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange and is looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join their success!
This individual will oversee the division’s purchasing department and all sourcing for equipment, goods, and services. The Purchasing Manager will perform strategic procurement activities across multiple categories of spend, seek best possible contracts, and find most profitable suppliers and vendors.
Develop, lead and execute purchasing strategies
Manage bid process for architectural plans to subcontractors and vendors
Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms
Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation
Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power
Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking
Assess, manage and mitigate risks
Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers
Determine quantity and timing of deliveries
Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand
Create budgets for upcoming projects
Manage costs of existing projects
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree (Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, etc.), preferred but not required
5-7+ years of related purchasing experience, required
Experience working for a national or regional homebuilder, preferred but not required
Experience working within the construction industry, required
Proficiency within Excel, required
Experience and knowledge in JD Edwards, added plus
Proven experience with sourcing, negotiation and vendor management
Ability to gather and analyze data
Possess strong leadership skills and networking capabilities
Benefits:
Base Salary + Bonus, total compensation ranging from $100 – 120,000
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
PTO, Sick and Paid Holidays
Life Insurance
Flex Spending Accounts
401(K)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
West Long Branch, NJ
Construction The Axel Group is seeking a Construction Coordinator to join our client’s team out of Monmouth County, New Jersey. This firm, a reputable builder and developer, specializes in custom residential and commercial projects.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding and hands-on experience with the administrative and documentation aspects of commercial construction projects. Specific responsibilities and qualifications include:
Proven ability to read, interpret, and navigate comprehensive construction documents and specifications to support project compliance and execution
Experience in gathering and organizing "front-end" documents required during the bidding and contract award process
Familiarity with bid forms, instructions to bidders, and other preconstruction materials is essential
Demonstrated experience with public bid documentation preparation
Ability to assist project managers and teams throughout all stages of a construction project—submittals, RFIs, and closeout documentation
Proficient in the use of essential software tools, including Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word and Excel
Well-versed in the use of AIA (American Institute of Architects) contract documents, including drafting, editing, and managing AIA owner-contractor and subcontractor agreements
Preparing and submitting AIA pay applications, including continuation sheets and payment tracking
Support the project team by developing and updating weekly schedules ensuring timely delivery of project milestones and internal deadlines
Proactively remind and notify project teams of critical dates such as RFI due dates, pay application deadlines, and bid submission timelines to ensure timely compliance
Responsible for soliciting subcontractors and vendors for required documentation including certified payrolls, billing paperwork, and other compliance-related submissions
A current State Notary Commission is preferred
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree preferred, but not required
1-5 + years of experience preparing bid packages within the architecture, engineering, or construction industries
Experience preparing public work bid packages is highly preferred
Benefits:
Salary: $70 - 90,000
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
PTO, Sick and Paid Holidays
401(K)
