Project Manager/Estimator - Earthwork and Utilities

Veit•Clifford, ND

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager/Estimator’s primary duty is to bid and secure construction projects. Once projects are awarded, the Project Manager/Estimator manages the contract work from start to finish including scheduling, cost containment, monitoring progress, compliance, and client contact. This role involves seeking out bid opportunities, developing client relationships, estimating projects, coordinating pre-construction meetings, managing costs, handling billing, ensuring EEO/DBE compliance, and overseeing project safety and profitability. The position requires a valid driver's license, the ability to pass a drug screen, and occasional travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree; minimum of 5 years experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated proficiency with Construction Bidding and Project Management software.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate information to all levels of management, employees, external vendors, and other business associates.
Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, clients, and/or regulatory agencies.
Ability to define problems, collect and document data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of situations and events and respond accordingly.
Ability to seek counsel, when needed and use a variety of resources.
Ability to develop and nurture lasting client relationships.
Ability to maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
Valid Driver’s License and ability to maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Experience with MS Teams is desirable but not required.
Working knowledge of Viewpoint Vista and HCSS construction software is preferred.

Responsibilities

Seeks out/completes bid opportunities through client relationships, networking opportunities, public/private postings, assigned bid opportunities, and various other means.
Develops and maintains positive working relationships with current clients; responsible for creating relationships with potential future clients.
Estimates projects for bid submittal by reviewing plans and specifications, calculating quantities, gathering quotes and submittals, constructing the bid, and creating the bid submittal.
Coordinates pre-construction meetings for projects awarded to ensure communication and coordination between project managers, field, and office support.
Works with operations staff to coordinate appropriate construction methods and staffing needs.
Obtains necessary permits and licensing.
Manages costs by tracking labor, equipment, and materials.
Manages billing with Project Coordinators to ensure accuracy of invoicing, preparation of payables, accounts receivable collections, approval of accounts payable in a timely manner and management of over/under billing monthly.
Communicates and is responsible for meeting EEO/DBE project requirements.
Ensures all aspects of the project are met safely, on/under budget and in the appropriate time frame allowed.
Uses appropriate resources to troubleshoot any project issues that may arise.
Seeks approval for all project change orders (before work is completed) and manages changes to the scope of work to maintain profitability.
Coordinates efforts and communication with the project owner/general contractor to work toward safe and timely project completion and adjust project scope of work and timelines as needed.
Assures that Leadership is informed on all matters of relative importance.