Senior Estimator/Project Manager-Heavy Civil Construction
About The Position
The company is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator/Project Manager to support the estimating and execution of complex heavy civil projects. The role covers the project lifecycle, from developing competitive estimates and proposals through project planning, execution, and closeout. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with 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. Projects range from approximately $500K to $50M and may serve state DOTs, municipalities, and commercial clients. The employer is a well-established, vertically integrated heavy civil contractor with more than five decades of experience delivering infrastructure projects throughout the greater Kansas City metropolitan area. Its work includes asphalt paving, concrete construction, cold milling, earthwork, and grading, supported by company-owned quarry facilities and asphalt plants.
Requirements
- Minimum 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 project types: heavy highway construction, asphalt paving, concrete flatwork, earthwork, or wet underground utilities.
- Experience managing projects ranging from approximately $500K to $50M.
- 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 effectively manage multiple projects and priorities.
- 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 cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
