Sr. Project ManagerEstimator

Position Overview

The Project Manager/Estimator will serve as a right-hand leader to ownership. This is a hands-on high-impact role for someone who understands public works underground utilities change order management estimating and the day-to-day pace of a lean contractor environment. The ideal candidate is not looking for a narrow corporate role; they are comfortable wearing multiple hats working closely with ownership and helping build the next stage of the company.

Key Responsibilities

Manage approximately 3-5 active heavy civil/public works projects at a time generally ranging from $500K to $10M.

Lead project management functions including change order management project documentation owner/client communication schedule coordination and issue resolution.

Support estimating and bidding efforts with an emphasis on public works and underground utility scopes.

Coordinate with the owner construction manager field foremen crews subcontractors suppliers and public-sector stakeholders.

Manage subcontractors and ensure work is coordinated documented and executed properly.

Help evaluate resource allocation job sequencing manpower needs equipment needs backlog and upcoming bid opportunities.

Develop and maintain relationships with private developers homebuilders and local market contacts where appropriate.

Help bring additional structure process and operational discipline to a lean growing contractor.

Remain hands-on and available to visit jobsites understand field conditions and support field execution when needed.

Relevant Project Experience

Public works / municipal infrastructure projects.

Underground utilities especially sewer water and storm systems.

Roadway and civil infrastructure associated with underground utility work.

Site development plat work and land development experience is a plus.

Experience with public bid environments and change order documentation.

Ideal Candidate Profile

7 - 10 years of relevant heavy civil construction experience preferred.

Strong public works and underground utility experience.

Comfortable operating in a lean non-union environment where people wear multiple hats.

High value placed on work ethic ownership mentality and willingness to do what is needed to help the company grow.

Local market knowledge and relationships with developers municipalities homebuilders engineers or public agencies are valuable.

Strong fit with a family-owned relationship-driven hands-on culture.

Tools / Systems

Experience with MS Excel and HeavyBid preferred