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Project Manager / Estimator – Heavy Civil Construction
Location: Rome, NY
Salary: $95,000–$100,000
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Travel: Job sites throughout New York State; overnight expenses covered, with a goal of returning home each night.
About the Role
We are seeking a Project Manager / Estimator to support civil and heavy highway construction projects throughout New York State.
This dual-role position combines estimating and project management, giving you ownership from initial bidding through project closeout. You'll prepare competitive estimates, manage budgets and schedules, coordinate subcontractors, and work closely with field teams to deliver successful projects.
What You'll Do
Estimating
- Review bid documents, plans, specifications, and addenda.
- Perform quantity takeoffs for earthwork, drainage, utilities, and paving.
- Prepare estimates using Bid2Win for labor, equipment, materials, and production rates.
- Obtain and compare subcontractor and supplier quotes.
- Prepare and submit bids for state and private projects.
- Establish project budgets, purchase orders, and subcontract agreements for awarded work.
Project Management
- Manage multiple projects from award through closeout.
- Track project costs, budgets, schedules, and forecasts using Vista.
- Prepare submittals, RFIs, change orders, and monthly pay applications.
- Coordinate crews, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Manage union labor requirements.
- Communicate with owners, engineers, and inspectors.
- Lead progress meetings and visit project sites as needed.
What We're Looking For
- 5 years of civil or heavy highway construction experience.
- Experience in both estimating and project management.
- Knowledge of earthwork, drainage, utilities, and paving.
- Experience with Bid2Win, Vista, or comparable construction software.
- Strong skills in quantity takeoffs, cost estimating, budgeting, and project scheduling.
- Ability to coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and field teams.
- Construction-related education or equivalent practical experience.
- Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Benefits
- Medical insurance with employer contribution
- Company-paid dental and vision
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- 104 hours PTO
- 40 hours of sick time
- 11 paid holidays
- Overnight travel expenses covered
- Potential company vehicle, car allowance, or mileage reimbursement
Why Join This Team
Take ownership of projects from the initial estimate through completion while making a direct impact on bid accuracy, project profitability, cost control, and execution.
You'll work across a variety of public and private heavy civil projects, collaborating with field teams and leadership while balancing both the technical and operational sides of construction. This is an opportunity for a well-rounded construction professional to make a meaningful contribution to project success.
Looking forward to your application!
Salary : $95,000 - $100,000