Senior Estimator/Project Manager-Heavy Civil Construction

Kimmel & Associates • Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

The company is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator/Project Manager to support estimating and execution of complex heavy civil projects. The role spans the project lifecycle, from developing competitive estimates and proposals through project planning, execution, and closeout. Projects range from approximately $500,000 to $50 million and may serve state DOTs, municipalities, and commercial clients. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in heavy highway, asphalt, concrete flatwork, earthwork, and wet underground utility projects, as well as a strong understanding of project costs, production, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and field operations.

The employer is a well-established, vertically integrated heavy civil contractor with more than five decades of experience in the greater Kansas City metropolitan area. It owns and operates quarry facilities and asphalt plants and performs asphalt paving, concrete construction, cold milling, earthwork, and grading for public and commercial clients.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of relevant heavy civil construction experience; 15 years preferred.
• Bachelor's degree (BS or BA), 10 years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong estimating and project management experience in heavy civil construction.
• Experience with one or more of the following: heavy highway construction, asphalt paving, concrete flatwork, earthwork, or wet underground utilities.
• Experience managing projects ranging from approximately $500,000 to $50 million.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, production rates, scheduling, and project costs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, HCSS Heavy Bid, HCSS Heavy Job, Bluebeam, and Vista Viewpoint.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to work collaboratively with field and office teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and competitive bids for heavy civil construction projects.
• Analyze plans, specifications, scopes of work, and contract documents.
• Develop quantities and estimate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Develop project budgets and establish cost controls.
• Assist with bid strategy, proposal preparation, and project pursuit activities.
• Transition awarded projects from estimating into project execution.
• Manage projects from preconstruction through completion and closeout.
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, production, and financial performance.
• Coordinate with field Superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, owners, and other project stakeholders.
• Review project progress and identify potential cost or schedule issues.
• Manage change orders, pay applications, project documentation, and other contract requirements.
• Maintain strong client and subcontractor relationships.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and according to contract requirements.

Benefits

• Company vehicle
• Up to 15 days of PTO
• 6 paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Opportunity to work on significant heavy civil infrastructure projects throughout the Kansas City market
• Long-term career opportunity with an established, family-led contractor

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior