Lead Construction Project Coordinator A leading organization seeks an experienced Lead Construction Project Coordinator to oversee projects from inception to completion. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and manage project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and stakeholder engagement. • Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure project specifications are met. • Analyze and interpret construction plans, schematics, and blueprints to inform project decisions. • Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions to ensure timely delivery. The ideal candidate will possess strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, a fast-paced work style, and excellent leadership abilities. They must also be able to foster a collaborative team environment where all members contribute to project success.
See More Details >>American Ramp Company (ARC) is a global leader in action sports park design and construction, dedicated to creating safe, inspiring spaces where communities can gather, play, and thrive. With over 25 years of experience and 4,000 projects completed across 44 countries, ARC collaborates with civic leaders, park planners, and community advocates to build custom skate parks, bike parks, and bicycle playgrounds that bring joy and connection to people of all ages. By making riding accessible and fun, ARC strives to transform lives through consistent outdoor activity, fostering healthier, more connected communities around the world. A construction project manager is needed to help steer and direct the execution of our onsite build teams. A love for action sports, cycling or skateboarding, is certainly a plus but not required. Project Manager Responsibilities: • Managing daily activities and issues related to the completion of each project. • Project Planning and Scheduling. • Cost Accounting and P&L Tracking throughout the duration of the project. • Quality Control. • Contract Administration and Subcontract Management. • Labor, Equipment and Material Resourcing. • Maintaining Owner, Architect and Engineer Relationships. • Preparing Progress Billing and AIA Applications/SOV. • Creating Change Requests, RFI’s, ASI’s, Submittals and all other project documentation as required. • Obtaining permits on projects that require them. • Work directly with Site Superintendents and assist with field needs. Programs Required: • Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc. • Proficiency in or ability to learn working with various prevailing Wage Reporting systems. • Buildertrend or comparable field management software. • Procore (preferred) Required Skills: • Strong Project Management background and skills. • Ability to read blueprints. • Critical thinking and analytical skills • Time management; prioritization of projects • Excellent communication skills • Multitasking and problem-solving • Flexibility • Ability to work individually and collaboratively. • Ability and willingness to work onsite at our corporate office in Joplin MO Education Requirements: Degree in construction management, field management or estimating preferred but not required. Equivalent experience or ability will be considered. Additional Requirements: Five (5) plus years of Project Management Experience in a Construction Environment Pay Rate: Based on Experience Pay Type: Salary Employment Type: Full Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, Life Insurance, 401K To give equal employment and advancement opportunities to all people, we make employment decisions at the Company based on each person’s performance, qualifications, and abilities. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.
See More Details >>WHO ARE WE & WHY DO WE EXIST? Neal Group Construction (NGC) is Southwest Missouri's premier historic restoration company. We are general contractor specializing in historic commercial building restorations. Our mission is "Giving 100-year-old buildings a better Next Century by preserving our past, promoting our future, and conserving our environment." We accomplish our mission by providing clients and future tenants with unique, efficient spaces that inspire them to live, work, and play in their communities. NGC is one business within a group of related companies, including real estate properties and consulting services. These companies have won multiple awards at the state and local level for their historic rehabilitation work. JOB DESCRIPTION: We seek a skilled individual to lead our company's estimating team and play a key role in the company’s overall scheduling and operations. Confidentiality and professionalism are required for daily coordination with clients, employees, tenants, and leadership. Because NGC specializes in historic rehabilitations, the ideal candidate for this position has strong problem-solving skills to adapt historic buildings to modern use. This job is an opportunity to make a difference in our community by preserving the past while helping to build the future. This position specializes in accurately and comprehensively estimating the materials, equipment, and labor necessary for the historic rehabilitation projects. Estimators work with drawings and specifications to prepare a complete estimate to construct the project. The estimator must be able to identify risks and errors within plans and communicate with owners, architects, and engineers promptly to achieve the clarifications necessary to complete the bid. Knowledge of construction techniques, quantity takeoff methods, and scheduling are required. The Estimator should possess a broad understanding of the construction trades and excellent attention to detail. The ideal candidate will also contribute to our company's success by fostering positive relationships within the Joplin business community and desire in a long-term future with the company. Estimating Duties: Thoroughly understand plans and specifications to ensure complete coverage of work scope. • Lead and participate in estimate strategy planning. Perform and oversee detailed quantity takeoffs. Verify takeoffs by support staff. • Obtain/review quotes from subcontractors/suppliers/business partners to confirm and negotiate best pricing. • Enter Labor, Material, Equipment, Subcontractors, and project overhead for each project. • Work with the team to maintain up-to-date estimate entries from job creation through close-out. • Maintain and use historic data to analyze project costs and improve future bids. • Must be able to explain details behind each estimate, including the basis of the hours allocated for self-performed work and personnel resources needed to execute each task. • Determine and evaluate alternative project execution approaches based on the scope of work and the most cost-effective execution methods available. • Maintain lines of communication between company departments, project managers, and clients regarding cost estimating activities. • Works with Project Managers to create and integrate timetables for company-wide operations, determining the timing of tasks and materials needed to accomplish the projects on time and on budget. • In coordination with Senior Management, the Estimator will help create weekly project objectives. • Other duties as assigned by the Chief Operating Officer. JOB REQUIREMENTS: · A minimum of 5 years of general construction experience and the ability to competently analyze, estimate, and schedule projects in detail (10 years preferred). · Construction knowledge for soliciting and evaluating subcontractor bids, contracts, and submittals. · The ability to participate in design phase evaluations of budget goals from preliminary drawings. · Excellent time management skills with the ability to work quickly and accurately while efficiently scheduling the completion of several bids within a specific time frame. · Flexibility to effectively deal with changing priorities and timelines through analytical problem-solving. · Conduct all business professionally, display a tactful and mature demeanor, and have well-developed interpersonal skills, including working with diverse personnel and a desire to collaborate with staff members, architects, clients, and subcontractors. · Computer savvy and working efficiently in Microsoft Excel are required. Experience with other estimating software, including quantity takeoff software, is preferred. SOFT AND HARD SKILLS REQUIREMENTS · Negotiating skills to resolve accounting issues with subcontractors, vendors, and clients. · Must demonstrate curiosity, creativity, flexibility, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving problems and dealing with high-demand situations. · Excellent oral and written communication (including proofreading). · Ability to meet deadlines and handle stress in a useful and constructive manner. · Internet and webpage proficiency · English language. Other languages are a plus. COMPENSATION Starting Salary: $72,000 to $92,000 a year. • 90-day performance review. Annual review based on the performance review date. PERKS AND BENEFITS: This on-site position is a full-time salaried opportunity with the following benefits: Comprehensive health insurance with voluntary options for family members, dental, and vision packages. • Forty hours per year paid holidays, and two weeks vacation. • Flexible remote work in case of need. • Reimbursement for cellular phone use or a dedicated phone line paid by the company. • Training opportunities. • End-of-year bonus based on performance. • No out of area travel is required for this position. TO WHOM DO YOU REPORT? This position reports directly to the owners of the companies. Thank you for your interest! The Construction Estimator- position. Please submit questions or resumes to Jeff Neal at jneal@nealgroupconstruction.com or via indeed. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $74,000.00 - $96,000.00 per year Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Education: • Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: • Estimating: 5 years (Required) Ability to Commute: • Joplin, MO (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Joplin, MO: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Becoming a masonry worker typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 47,918 masons nationwide, with a median annual wage of $53,010, and projects little or no change in employment from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Joplin, MO, earn an average of $1,200 per week, with an annual overtime average of $6,240. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring masonry workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $85,630 annually for experienced professionals.
