Estimator/Project Manager

Job Description

A private highway construction company with multiple aggregate plants is seeking to hire a full-time Chief Estimator/Project Manager. We are a Southern California based general engineering contractor with operations consisting of primarily street and highway construction, and rock, sand, and gravel quarry operations with related hot mix asphalt facilities. The Chief Estimator/Project Manager is responsible for managing and directing the organization’s estimating functions and also directs all activities within the estimating department including budgeting, staff scheduling and development, and departmental goals.

The Candidate will be expected to work in a team environment and have a strong, professional work ethic. We offer a competitive salary (based upon qualifications & experience), benefits, and more. Selected candidates will be required to pass a drug test and a thorough background check before being offered the position.

Qualifications:

Strong working knowledge and experience in the construction industry.

Ability to read plans and specifications.

Familiarity with government policies and regulations related to the industry.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Strong analytical skills.

Strong arithmetic skills.

Excellent organizational skills.

Situational awareness and common sense while multi-tasking.

Digital literacy.

Team leader.

Safety leader.

Excellent customer service skills.

Trainable (quick and safe learner).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

Pursuit and procurement of competitive government and private bidding contracts.

Create estimates that assess all cost and risks, while maximizing profit, for future project consideration use.

Read and interpret plans, proposals, and other documentations to create bids.

Consult with outside sources and analyze documents to create time, cost, materials and labor estimates.

Obtain and track subcontract bids and negotiate budgets.

Track and analyze data to reduce gaps between estimates and actual costs.

Manage estimating department personnel.

Desired Experience:

5-7 years of relevant work experience in the construction industry.

Experience in management or supervisory positions is strongly preferred.

Compensation:

Full benefits (Health/Dental).

Vacation/Sick days.

Retirement plan.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or a related field.

Ability to pass a physical, drug test, and a background clearance exam.

Position requires the ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Comfortable working long hours.

Occasional weekend work.

Valid driver’s license.

Comfortable to occasionally travel and stay out of town to attend pre-construction meetings within Southern California Counties.Company Description

General Engineering Contractor: Highway and street construction