Project Engineer

Job Summary:

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Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist with planning, directing, and coordinating all activities for the projects assigned to ensure objectives are accomplished safely within prescribed funding and scheduling parameters.
• Handle contract administration relating to coordination of issues with subcontractors, vendors, architects, and owners.
• Assist in the preparation of the construction schedule.
• Coordinate questions regarding plans and specifications (Request for Information).
• Maintain specifications and plans current with changes, RFI’s, etc.
• Attend and contribute to all Owner, Architect, Contractor, and any other meetings as needed.
• Assist in the pricing and preparation of plan changes and change orders.
• Ensure that plans and specifications are properly distributed.
• Work with Superintendent in field to ensure proper construction and coordination of activities.
• Maintain budgets and adjust according to needs as they arise.
• Prepare and report project(s) costs, progress, forecasts, “as built” drawings and “close out” files.
• Check drawings and coordinate with contract documents.
• Maintain submittal log and expediting systems for all materials and submittals.
• Document and report project progress to stakeholders and clients.
• Review drawings and specifications for constructability, completeness, and accuracy.
• Ensure all on-site compliance with project procedures, quality control inspections, safety program requirements, work rules and company policies & procedures.
• Regular attendance required according to company policy to ensure crew can operate at normal efficiency level.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent understanding of industry practices, processes, and standards.
• Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven supervisory and leadership skills.
• Fundamental understanding of all project management control systems (scheduling, cost control procurement and estimating).
• Proficient computer skills and software/internet-based programs: MS Office, Bluebeam, CMiC

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or equivalent combination of technical training and/or extensive experience in construction, design, and project management required.
• Two (2)+ years of related commercial construction experience.
• Exposure to Construction, Engineering or Design is a plus
• Valid driver’s license with a clear MVR may be required.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent walking on uneven surfaces, including ground in varying weather conditions.
• Regularly sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/workday.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend on an occasional basis.
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on frequent basis.
• Occasionally climb stairs or ladders, etc.
• Regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Exposure to outdoor environment with machinery/equipment in the surrounding area.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment is required, including but not limited to steel toe shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, vest, etc.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times.
• Able to safely operate a personal and/or company motor vehicle.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This position may require use of personal and/or company vehicles on company business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver’s license and maintain an acceptable driving record. Employees in this position may be subject to random Motor Vehicle Record and alcohol and drug testing as a condition of continued employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Jordan Foster Construction is proud to be Drug-Free & Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Project Accountant

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for day-to-day financial accounting of construction projects supporting the Controller, accounting department and the work of the operations teams.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely and accurate project transaction postings such as cost, billing, change orders, budget adjustments, transfers, etc.
• Monitor and report on project progression at monthly project WIP review meetings.
• Analyze project expenses and budget-to-actual reports with the construction project managers to proactively identify potential cost overruns and/or financial risks.
• Monitor project cash flow and aged receivables.
• Coordinate project closeouts with project managers.
• Assist with the month-end close process ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• Assist with special projects and perform ad hoc project analysis as necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work at a high proficiency level with a construction ERP system (CMiC experience highly desirable).
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with close attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills both verbal and written with ability to communicate effectively with a variety of individuals including coworkers, leadership, and external parties.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to be able to analyze issues and recommend solutions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite programs, in particular Excel: pivot tables, Lookups and reports.

Education and Experience:

• BS in Accounting, Finance, or another related field.
• Three (3) plus year’s experience in commercial construction and/or cost accounting.
• Extensive understanding of project life cycle, construction costing & billing methods, WIP schedule, earned revenue, retainage, change orders, certified payrolls, project budgets, contract compliance, and construction reporting metrics.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend on an occasional basis.
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on occasional basis.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Senior Accountant 

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for supporting the accounting functions of the company to include financial reporting, project accounting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.  This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and the ability to work closely with project managers and senior management to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting and Analysis:

  • Assist in preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
  • Conduct variance analysis to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.

  General Ledger Management:

  • Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly.
  • Monitor and eliminate internal and intercompany transactions.
  • Ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with GAAP.
  • Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes.

  Budgeting and Forecasting:

  • Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.
  • Monitor actual performance against budget and report on significant variances.
  • Provide financial insights to support decision-making and strategic planning.

  Accounts Payable and Receivable:

  • Maintain/distribute daily cash flow report and reconcile to general ledger monthly.
  • Reconcile accounts receivable and accounts payable balances.
  • Manage cash flow by monitoring collections and payments.

  Compliance and Internal Controls:

  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation to auditors and participating as needed.

   Fixed Assets:

  • Monitor and report on the financial performance and usage of construction assets.
  • Ensure proper allocation of costs to expenses or betterments.
  • Maintain fixed asset schedules and roll forwards.  Provide schedules for audit, income tax, property tax, and monthly financial reports.
  • Ensure depreciation and revenues are properly posted.
  • Calculate and record additions and deletions appropriately.

  Tax Compliance:

  • Prepare monthly sales & use taxes for submission.
  • Assist with tax audits and provide necessary documentation.

  Team Collaboration and Leadership:

  • Mentor and support junior accounting staff, providing guidance on complex accounting issues.
  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment of financial goals and objectives.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance financial processes and reporting.
  • Responsible for company data management and record keeping systems, electronic and hard copy
  • Timely & regular attendance is required.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong time management and organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Able to manage sensitive and confidential data, information and situations with tact and professionalism.
• Strong communication skills: must be able to maintain a positive demeanor with clients, vendors, and staff both written and oral. 
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping, job costing, and accounts payable principles.
• Proficient computer skills including with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) or related software.
• Competence in financial and bookkeeping software is necessary.
• Strong attention to detail with high degree of accuracy.
• Bilingual: English/Spanish preferred.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone to talk and hear.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, push, pull up to 30 pounds at times.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend on an occasional basis.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Estimator

Job Summary:

The Estimator is responsible for detailed estimates for the project based on the construction drawings and specifications.  Assists with the communication of bids and scopes of work.  This position also assists Lead Estimator to establish costs for materials, equipment, subcontracted work, production activities, requirements, and labor.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Support all aspects of subcontractor and supplier estimating and bidding processes.
• Process RFP, RFQ, and internal pricing request and facilitate broadcast announcement of bidding opportunity.
• Competently draft, proof, review, and deliver both private and public proposals.
• Work with Project Managers, Marketing, and administrative staff coordinating contributions from all into proposals.
• Qualify sub-tier bids for completeness and compliance.
• Ensure company compliance with bidding regulations and goals of each project (advertising, etc.)
• Develop, prepare, coordinate, and execute presentations and proposals to existing or new clients.
• Work on multiple company bids simultaneously and delivering in accordance with deadline objectives.
• Operate and maintain proficiency in all internal estimating systems, technologies, and software.
• Minimizes exposure and risk by implementing quality assurance controls in estimating. Promptly reports changes and issues in scope and revenue to senior management.
• Identify and execute strategic opportunities within proposal to optimize Jordan Foster Construction’s position in securing the work.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Experience in estimating commercial construction projects.
• Able to read, understand and follow required construction documents.
• Proficient in construction estimating software (BlueBeam, Primavera Scheduling. MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project)
• Excellent written and verbal skills & strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Able to work with external clients using strong commercial awareness.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Strong leadership attributes.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, coworkers, and vendors.
• Familiarity with cost control methods and financial & project management principles.
• In depth knowledge of research and data analysis methods and estimation metrics
• Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities.

Education and Experience:

• S. degree in Civil, Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management or equivalent field experience.
• Minimum of four (4) years construction experience with a minimum of two (2) years of estimating experience.

Physical Requirements:

• The ability to see, read and understand written communications: including directions, instructions, and warning signs, to see and distinguish colors, to visually distinguish shapes and patterns, to accurately sense distances (depth perception), to accurately see objects and detect motion at wide angles (peripheral vision).
• Climb permanent and temporary stairs, ladders, negotiate work areas under construction, balance, stoop, kneel crouch or crawl on an occasional basis.
• Moving objects backward, forward, in or out in a horizontal direction, particularly heavy or bulky objects.
• Reaching, extending the hand(s) and/or arm(s) in any direction.
• Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist, using the lower extremities and back muscles, and moving on foot, particularly for long distances.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work in an office or on-site at the construction work site. In the on-site setting, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places, fumes, or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.  The noise in this work environment is usually moderate to very loud.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment is required, including but not limited to steel toe shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, vest, etc.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Project Manager

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for overall management direction for construction projects.  Responsible for all phases of the construction project including but not limited to managing employees, subcontractors, owner relations, quality control, safety, schedule and executing to the project budget.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Plan, direct, and coordinate all activities for the projects assigned to ensure objectives are accomplished safely within prescribed funding and scheduling parameters.
• Monitor and control project(s) budget and schedule.
• Prepare and report project(s) costs, progress, and forecasts.
• Establish and execute project work plans.
• Maintain open communication channels with client, regulator, or other stake holders.
• Prepare and submit pay applications, Requests for Information, Purchase Orders, Submittals, Change Orders, Claims, Request for Proposals, Request for Qualifications, and any other required project related communication.
• Coordinate with Operations Manager and General Superintendent the allocation of shared resources such as personnel and equipment.
• Serve as company representative at required project meetings or hearings and prepare documentation, as necessary.
• Perform in depth review of all essential elements of projects assigned to identify challenges to mitigate or opportunities to realize.
• Supervise work performed to ensure it meets company standards and quality plan.
• Review drawings and specifications for constructability, completeness, and accuracy.
• Supervision of Project Engineers, Superintendents and Foremen, as assigned.
• Promptly respond to project ad-hoc needs.
• Enforce safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure all on-site compliance with project procedures, safety program requirements, work rules and company policies.
• Apply expert level knowledge in heavy civil construction, materials, equipment, and risk management.
• Regular attendance required according to company policy to ensure crew can operate at normal efficiency level.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent understanding of industry practices, processes, and standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with software/internet-based programs:
  • Primavera P6
  • HeavyJob
  • Microsoft
  • CMiC

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent combination of technical training and/or extensive experience in construction, design, finance, and management required.
• Minimum ten (10) years of related construction experience and in managing construction projects required; with a minimum four (4) years of TXDoT experience.
• Demonstrated ability to thoroughly understand drawings and specification, general contractor & subcontractor documents, materials, means and methods.
• Valid Drivers License with a clear MVR.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent walking on uneven surfaces, including ground in varying weather conditions.
• Regularly sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/workday.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend on an occasional basis.
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on frequent basis.
• Occasionally climb stairs or ladders, etc.
• Regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Exposure to outdoor environment with machinery/equipment in the surrounding area.
• This position requires the use and operation of a personal and/or company vehicle.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment is required, including but not limited to steel toe shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, vest, etc.
• Able to safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at times.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer