Project Manager

Job Summary

Encore Pavementis a full-service concrete and asphalt paving company located inWichita, Kansas.

We serve commercial, industrial and residential customers throughout the Midwest, providing quality work and creating unsurpassed customer experiences from bid to job completion. Join us to be part of a dynamic team where your contributions will make a significant impact.

TheEstimator & Pavement Consultantis a dynamic role responsible for estimating projects, building client relationships, and most importantly - driving sales growth. This position serves as the primary liaison for clients, ensuring maximum value from services while aligning client needs with company solutions. The role blends technical estimating expertise with consultative sales and project management skills to deliver exceptional results

Project Assessment

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Evaluate project specifications, bid documents, and site conditions to understand the scope and requirements of pavement maintenance projects.

Conduct on-site visits and assessments to gather accurate information related to pavement conditions, measurements, and necessary repairs.

Collaborate with project stakeholders, including clients, engineers, operations, and subcontractors, to ensure a clear understanding of project expectations.

Cost Estimation

Utilize estimating software, historical data, and industry knowledge to develop comprehensive and accurate cost estimates for pavement maintenance projects.

Provide customers with detailed and accurate pavement maintenance budget plans.

Analyze project plans, quantities, and material requirements to determine labor, equipment, and material costs.

Identify potential cost-saving opportunities and propose value engineering alternatives while maintaining project quality and client requirements.

Prepare detailed cost breakdowns and proposals, ensuring transparency and accuracy in estimating.

Bid Preparation

Prepare and submit competitive bids and proposals for pavement maintenance projects, adhering to project deadlines and requirements.

Collaborate with the bid team to ensure comprehensive and compelling bid submissions.

Review bid documents, contracts, and terms to understand project risks, opportunities, and contractual obligations.

Data Analysis And Research

Analyze historical project data, industry trends, and market conditions to inform accurate cost estimating and bidding strategies.

Research material costs, subcontractor pricing, and labor rates to maintain up-to-date and competitive pricing information.

Continuously improve estimating methods and techniques based on lessons learned and industry best practices.

Collaborative Communication

Work with clients, project managers, and subcontractors to clarify project details, resolve queries, and provide necessary information related to cost estimates.

Collaborate with internal teams, including sales, operations, and accounting, to ensure accurate handover of estimating information and project requirements.

Qualifications

Qualifications (Experience, Education & Certifications, Key Attributes):

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field (preferred) or equivalent work experience.
• Proven experience as a Pavement Maintenance Estimator or similar role in the construction industry (preferred).
• Blueprint takeoff (Bluebeam, STACK, etc.) software experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of pavement maintenance techniques, materials, and industry standards.
• Proficiency in cost estimating software and tools.
• Technology Savvy
• Ability to multi-task and stay organized of customer, and team needs
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to interpret project plans and specifications accurately.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams, clients, and subcontractors.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures within the construction industry.
  
  

If you have the skills and dedication to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply!

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements: (Each to have one of the following based on the position: Never, Rarely, Occasionally, Constantly)

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods:Occasionally
• Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another:Constantly
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching:Rarely
• Adjusting, moving and lifting objects in all directions:Rarely
• Talking and hearing to communicate with others:Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens:Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment:Occasionally
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers:Constantly
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like:Rarely
• Operating machinery and/or power tools:Rarely
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment:Occasionally
• The ability to travel regionally or nationally:Occasionally
  
  

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing:Constantly
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds:Occasionally
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds:Occasionally
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more:Rarely
  
  

Working Conditions

• Low temperatures:Rarely
• High temperatures:Occasionally
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind:Occasionally
• Noisy environments:Occasionally
• Hazardous conditions:Rarely
• Shift work, to include overnight work:Never
• Frequent overtime, including weekends:Rarely
• Office environment:Constantly
  
  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with OFCCP regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Pave America and it's companies promote a drug-free workplace. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries. In compliance with OFCCP requirements, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify their gender, race, and veteran status. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.