Senior Estimator/Project Manager

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading the estimation, planning, execution, and overall management of complex earthwork projects. This role demands a high level of expertise in project estimation, strategic planning, and field operations, with a focus on ensuring successful project delivery from initial bid preparation through to final completion. The Senior Project Manager oversees Project Managers, manage client relationships, and ensure adherence to budget, schedule, and quality standards while driving efficiency and profitability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

     1.     Lead bid preparation, overseeing document review, vendor/subcontractor quotes, cost estimates, and proposal submissions, while guiding project managers in the process.

     2.    Collaborate with clients, engineers, and vendors to ensure accurate, competitive bids, supporting project managers in aligning bids with requirements and budget.

     3.    Conduct site visits and pre-bid meetings, assessing project scope and conditions, and providing direction to project managers as needed.

     4.    Oversee quantity takeoffs and cost analysis, ensuring accurate resource allocation and budget alignment, while guiding project managers.

     5.    Lead weekly progress meetings, tracking milestones and addressing issues, ensuring project managers keep teams aligned with objectives.

     6.    Develop and manage project schedules, collaborating with project managers, the Superintendent, and Foreman to ensure timeline and resource alignment.

     7.    Oversee project execution, ensuring smooth handoff from award to team, setting roles and expectations for project managers.

     8.    Manage subcontractors and vendors, ensuring timely, cost-effective earthwork operations while supporting project managers as needed.

     9.    Track project costs, address inefficiencies, and oversee change order preparation, ensuring project managers maintain financial control.

10.    Ensure timely and accurate project documentation, overseeing project managers in submitting change orders, reports, and billing.

11.    Act as the primary client liaison, ensuring communication and satisfaction, while supporting project managers in maintaining strong client relationships.

Qualifications

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and adapting to changing demands.
• The ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• The ability to provide a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• The ability to use MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Willingness to attend training as necessary or required by management.