Private Estimator and Project Manager

Department: Estimating

Work Location: Mendota Heights, MN

Job type: Year-Round / Non-Union

Pay Type / Range:

Salary.  $90,000 - $125,000 per year (based on experience and qualifications). Bonus Program eligibility.
(This pay range is a good-faith estimate of compensation for this role.)

Benefits & Additional Information:

• Health Benefits include Medical, Vision, Dental, Pharmacy and Short-Term Disability (STD).
  • Additional Voluntary Health Benefits include Flex Savings Account (FSA).
• Company-Paid Benefits include Basic Term Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD).
• Retirement (Profit-Sharing Program) – eligibility after one year waiting period.
• Mental Health & Wellness Support provided through TEAM EAP.
• PTO Program covering all time away from work.
• Company paid holidays.
• Referral bonuses – earn rewards to help us recruit new talent.

Job Summary: This position is responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates for private commercial paving projects. This role requires strong analytical skills, industry knowledge, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients, vendors, and internal project teams.

Other Requirements: All candidates are required to pass a thorough Background Check, Physical and Drug Test.  References may also be checked. We participate in E-Verify.

Job Duties & Requirements:

Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Develop and maintain customer relationships
• Prospect for project opportunities and conduct risk assessment
• Prepare accurate and timely proposals while assessing client’s needs and wants. 
• Know EEO, DBE, etc. requirements. 
• Solicit reliable subcontractors (RFQs) and suppliers’ quotes.
• Perform project set-up on all awarded projects including contract/subcontract approvals, Build2Win, Spectrum, work order, and scheduling
• Be on top of project to help anticipate “problems.” 
• Regularly communicate with supervisor and customer. 
• Be accountable to all stakeholders. 
• Ensure timely billing and subcontractor/supplier payment authorizations.
• Participate in management and marketing. 
• Represent BR positively at industry/networking events. 
• Work collaboratively – mentor and assist other estimators. 
• Assist with timely workload inventory communication (aka LRS)
• Consult with Sr. Estimator regularly to help steer estimators.
• Assist with sales objectives development and adaptation.
• Develop and cultivate key customer accounts.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• 3 - 5 years of Estimating experience in the highway heavy construction industry 
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience working with both unit-price and lump-sum estimates.
• Knowledge of local markets, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Previous estimating experience in asphalt paving, sitework, or heavy civil construction required.
• Strong knowledge of asphalt materials, paving processes, and construction practices.
• Proficiency with estimating software (B2W or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent math, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Accountability, accuracy, and strong time management skills 
• Highly organized with attention to detail and deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to perform site visits.

Work Environment

• Office-based with frequent travel to project sites, client meetings, and pre-bid walkthroughs.
• Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Live up to our company Core Values:

• Safety - Safety in the workplace is a mutual responsibility of the employer, management and all employees. We have an expectation that all employees will play an active role in workplace safety and always promote a positive safety culture.
• Quality - Quality is the best business plan. It is an investment in our future.  Quality leads to consistency.  Consistency leads to happy employees, satisfied customers and a growing business.
• Respect - Respect at work is crucial as it promotes healthy relationships between coworkers and managers, as well as outside the organization. A respectful employee is a sign of a respectful organization and therefore creates a positive image of our company and our workplace. 
• Integrity - Real integrity is doing the right thing, whether someone realizes it or not. Displaying Integrity helps build trust and drives a certain level of expectation.  Integrity is choosing your thoughts and actions based on values rather than personal gain.
• Commitment - Commitment is the bond employee’s share with their organization and its employees. Committed employees bring exceptional value to the organization through their support, productivity, determination, reliability and quality.  Commitment shows and can be contagious. 

Company Information:

For more than 75 years, Bituminous Roadways has aspired to be your full-service asphalt pavement solutions provider, and contractor of choice, to both work for and with. We are a union contractor with a diverse workforce dedicated to safety, innovation, continual improvement, environmental stewardship and most importantly, superior customer service.

At Bituminous Roadways, we're energetic and passionate about what we do with an excellent reputation for performance and as a place to work.  Because of our continued growth, we seek qualified candidates who share our vision, values, and commitment to superior customer service.

More reasons to join BR:

• Family owned and operated
• Paid Training
• Advancement opportunities – we aim to promote within
• Family Oriented – Annual events

Bituminous Roadways, Inc. is committed to building a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital status, familial status, age, disability, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.