Senior Project ManagerEstimator

Are you highly motivated hard-working and seeking to join a growth-focused consulting & engineering firm Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills If so consider a career with Apex!

Powered by record sales extraordinary client retention strategic acquisitions and an entrepreneurial spirit Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing engineering and environmental consulting firms in the US.We were recently recognized by the Zweig Group as one of the fastest growing firms in the AEC industry.We take pride in providing our clients with exceptional service and have earned numerous awards for project excellence. We continue to grow andwe want you to grow with us.

The Senior Project Manager/Estimator is responsible for the overall success of the construction sales and project management teams and an efficient approach to operations to maximize profits. They will ensure that the sales team is successful in meeting their annual sales goals. They will be involved in marketing to drive sales opportunities for the sales team. The Senior Project Manager/Estimator is involved in all aspects of the construction sales process from bidding to invoicing. The Senior Project Manager/Estimator ensures that daily business practices meet operational goals and produce maximum efficiency. They are responsible for hiring sales and project management staff providing training and implementing company practices to achieve the financial operational and sales goals of SWIMS/Apex. They will also advise the Division Manager and Associate Division Manager on sales equipment and staffing needs.

Your Responsibilities as Senior Project Manager/Estimator:

• Lead and support team members in addressing employee needs performance concerns payroll issues and escalated personnel matters.
• Assign and oversee projects and tasks ensuring alignment with operational goals and successful delivery.
• Provide executive-level customer support for complex or escalated issues beyond project management.
• Approve non-routine purchases in accordance with company policies and budget guidelines.
• Participate in leadership and management meetings to drive alignment and strategic direction.
• Lead hiring efforts including identifying staffing needs interviewing and onboarding top talent.
• Oversee PTO approvals and support overall workforce planning.
• Foster strong communication and alignment across leadership project management and operational teams.
• Lead regular team check-ins performance discussions and cross-functional collaboration efforts.
• Partner with senior leadership to drive strategic initiatives and continuous improvement.
• Oversee financial accountability measures including review of project-related expenses and credit card usage.
• Participate in quarterly leadership reviews and strategic planning sessions.
• Ensure compliance with insurance requirements by overseeing employee and vehicle status tracking.
• Drive employee development through performance reviews coaching and succession planning.

Construction Sales

• Drive growth of SWIMS market share by securing profitable projects across all business lines (EC SWEEP QSP DW).
• Provide strategic oversight of large project estimates and pricing to ensure competitiveness and profitability.
• Lead contract review and execution in partnership with Project Managers and Division leadership.
• Oversee contract approvals and ensure alignment with financial legal and operational standards.
• Monitor project pipeline resource planning and master scheduling to support efficient project delivery.
• Serve as a key escalation point for project pricing and client-related matters.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Project Management Accounting/Accounts Receivable (AR) and Marketing teams to support business objectives.
• Analyze sales performance and drive initiatives to improve revenue margins and market positioning.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead and facilitate key construction and project management meetings to drive alignment accountability and performance across teams.
• Partner closely with Division leadership through regular touchpoints to align on strategy financial performance and operational priorities.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with Project Management Finance and Marketing to enhance project outcomes and business growth.
• Serve as a key resource and escalation point for Project Managers providing guidance on project challenges pricing and decision-making.

Operations NorCal

• Provide leadership and oversight to operations teams ensuring alignment with project goals performance expectations and company standards.
• Monitor workforce productivity labor utilization and operational efficiency across projects.
• Oversee resource planning including manpower equipment and scheduling to support successful project execution.
• Evaluate operational performance and implement improvements to drive efficiency and cost control.
• Review and support planning for upcoming and large-scale construction projects.
• Partner with operations leadership through regular communication to ensure alignment on priorities and execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management or a related field.
• 10 years of progressive construction experience including management of complex projects.
• 5 years of leadership experience including team development and performance management.
• Erosion control or related industry experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading estimating teams strongly preferred.

Why youll love working for us:

• Company-subsidized medical and dental.
• Company-paid life short and long-term disability.
• 401k match tuition assistance and more.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 2000 employee national firm with 70 locations across the US.

Apex Title: SWIMS Construction AM

Req ID: 11336

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