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