Kent Companies

Project Manager/Estimator

Project ManagementPosted on Nov 13

Full-timeFort Mill, SC, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in estimating, project engineering, or project coordination; alternatively, at least 5 years of equivalent field experience may substitute for a degree.
Ability to read plans and specifications and produce accurate quantity takeoffs.
Working knowledge of elevation surveying tools such as laser levels and auto levels, and floor flatness and levelness measurement, or demonstrated ability to learn them quickly.
Understanding of cost management processes, planning, and scheduling.
Computer skills.
Mathematical skills.
Practical written and verbal communication skills.
Creativity and problem-solving ability.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to successfully pass a driving-related background check.
Ability to pass drug screening.
Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.

Responsibilities

Evaluate jobsites before bidding and mobilization, assessing subfloor and substrate conditions, moisture, and other challenges to define scope for gypsum underlayment, self-leveling underlayment, and sound mats.
Perform elevation surveys and install elevation pins or reference markers to set levelness benchmarks and depth targets.
Produce detailed reports and draw details documenting site conditions, survey and moisture test findings, and recommended solutions.
Complete takeoffs and material forecasts for bids, projects, and change orders.
Build estimates covering labor, specialty equipment, materials, and logistics, and prepare proposals.
Price change orders and additional costs, and support bids as needed.
Prepare and review project documents, including start-up and new-job packages such as bonds, certificates of insurance, notices of commencement, safety documents, and purchase orders.
Create and track submittals through approval.
Maintain job documentation, including field discussions, issues, requests for information, training records, and safety records.
Plan schedules, crew logistics, and resources with division leadership, and lead preconstruction and pre-installation meetings to set expectations.
Order and schedule materials and subcontractors, and manage inventory, deliveries, and equipment allocation to prevent downtime.
Manage subcontractors, hold weekly meetings, and resolve issues as they arise.
Prepare daily reports for safety, material usage, and general contractor requirements.
Track production, square footage, labor, and bag counts against budget and project goals.
Manage budgets and monthly adjustments, handle invoices (AIA and memo invoices), and reconcile company credit cards.
Control cost, schedule, and risk to protect profitability.
Complete project closeout, including close-out documents, cube reports, and warranty documentation.
Serve as the main customer contact from first visit through closeout, negotiating schedules and change orders and building long-term relationships.
Support business development by finding leads and creating marketing content such as RedFeed posts and jobsite photos.

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field; equivalent field experience will be considered.
Experience working in construction as a general contractor.
Product knowledge of underlayment applications (gypsum, self-leveling, and sound mats) and ability to recognize project conditions that affect scope, cost, and installation.
Experience with Microsoft Excel, Teams, TeamUp, BlueBeam, Outlook, PlanGrid, or ProCore.
Technical knowledge of underlayment and sound mats.
OSHA 10 or 30 card.
Experience in concrete or flooring installation.

Project Manager/Estimator

Kent Companies · Fort Mill, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-11-13

Workplace: on_site

Department: Carolinas Underlayments Office/Salaried 140

Description

Summary:

The Project Manager / Estimator is responsible for site evaluations, estimating, field coordination, and project management for renovation projects within the underlayment division. The Project Manager / Estimator ensures every estimate is accurate, complete, and aligned with project requirements, while overseeing project start-up, scheduling, cost control, risk management, and the seamless handoff of awarded work to field operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Site Evaluation & Technical Assessment

Evaluate jobsites before bidding and mobilization, assessing subfloor and substrate conditions, moisture, and other challenges to define scope for gypsum underlayment, self-leveling underlayment, and sound mats.
Perform elevation surveys and install elevation pins or reference markers to set levelness benchmarks and depth targets.
Produce detailed reports and draw details documenting site conditions, survey and moisture test findings, and recommended solutions.

Estimating & Proposals

Complete takeoffs and material forecasts for bids, projects, and change orders.
Build accurate estimates covering labor, specialty equipment, materials, and logistics, and prepare professional proposals.
Price change orders and additional costs, and support bids as needed.

Project Start-Up & Document Management

Prepare and review project documents, including start-up and new-job packages (bonds, COIs, NOCs, safety documents, and purchase orders).
Create and track submittals through approval.
Maintain job documentation, including field discussions, issues, and RFIs, along with training and safety records.

Planning, Procurement & Field Coordination

Plan schedules, crew logistics, and resources with division leadership, and lead preconstruction and pre-installation meetings to set expectations.
Order and schedule materials and subcontractors, and manage inventory, deliveries, and equipment allocation to prevent downtime.
Manage subcontractors, hold weekly meetings, and resolve issues as they arise.

Tracking, Reporting & Financial Control

Prepare daily reports for safety, material usage, and general contractor requirements.
Track production, square footage, labor, and bag counts against budget and project goals.
Manage budgets and monthly adjustments, handle billing (AIA and memo invoices), and reconcile company credit cards.
Control cost, schedule, and risk to protect profitability.

Closeout, Customer Relations & Growth

Complete project closeout, including close-out documents, cube reports, and warranty documentation.
Serve as the main customer contact from first visit through closeout, negotiating schedules and changing orders and building long-term relationships.
Support business development by finding leads and creating marketing content such as RedFeed posts and jobsite photos.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and Responsibilities are not comprehensive and can be changed at any time, with or without notice.

Requirements

3+ years in estimating, project engineering, or project coordination. 5+ years of equivalent field experience will be considered in place of a degree.
Ability to read plans and specs, and to produce accurate quantity takeoffs.
Working knowledge of elevation surveying tools such as laser levels, auto levels, and floor flatness and levelness measurement, or a demonstrated ability to learn them quickly.
Understanding of cost management processes, planning, and scheduling.
Computer skills
Mathematical skills
Practical written and verbal communication skills.
Creativity and problem solving
Valid driver’s license
Ability to successfully pass a background check related to driving
Ability to pass drug screening
Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.

Preferred education and experience:

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent field experience will be considered
Experience working in construction as a general contractor
Product knowledge of underlayment applications (gypsum, self-leveling, sound mats) and the ability to recognize project conditions that affect scope, cost, and installation.
Experience with the following software: Microsoft Excel, Teams, TeamUp, BlueBeam, Outlook, PlanGrid, ProCore
Technical knowledge of underlayment and sound mats
OSHA 10 or 30 card
Experience in concrete or flooring installation

Benefits

Kent Companies provides its employees with one of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in the construction industry. Benefits vary by location, with a fully customized benefits package presented upon hire. Typical benefits packages include:

Weekly pay
PTO (Paid Time Off)
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Supplemental insurance options
Retirement plans with discretionary employer-matching
Holiday pay (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)
Scholarship opportunities for dependents
Leadership development opportunities

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