Asphalt Project Manager & Estimator

L. G. Everist, Inc.; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

L. G. Everist, Inc.

in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking an experienced Asphalt Project Manager & Estimator. The role combines hands-on field oversight with accurate cost estimating, scheduling, and coordination of crews, suppliers, and customers to ensure on-time, on-budget project completion. The ideal candidate will balance office-based estimating with active field involvement, demonstrate leadership and problem-solving, and ensure safety and quality across asphalt paving, resurfacing, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management is required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in project management and estimating or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Strong cost estimating, takeoff, and bid proposal abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, contracts, and proposals.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and crews to meet goals.

Responsibilities

• Manage asphalt paving projects from bid through completion.
• Prepare estimates, takeoffs, and proposals for paving projects.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, change orders, and jobsite progress.
• Coordinate crews, subcontractors, and material suppliers.
• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance with regulations and standards.
• Maintain project documentation and KPI tracking.
• Collaborate with Operations Manager and other departments to meet objectives.

Skills

Estimating & takeoff

Construction scheduling

Project financials

Reading blueprints/specifications

Communication

Organization & detail

Analytical thinking

MS Office & PDFs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management

Tools

Estimating software

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

MS Teams

PDF readers/editors

Job description

Asphalt Project Manager & Estimator

Job Description

Department: Construction Materials

Reports to: Asphalt Operations Manager

Job Summary:

The Construction Project Manager and Estimator is responsible for managing asphalt paving projects from initial estimating and bidding through project planning, execution, and completion. This hands-on role combines accurate cost estimating, project scheduling, resource coordination, and field oversight to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with specifications and quality standards. This position works closely with customers, subcontractors, suppliers, and field crews to coordinate daily operations, monitor project progress, manage costs, and resolve challenges as they arise. The ideal candidate has strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance office-based estimating and project management with active field involvement.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

N/A

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow all company safety and environmental policies and all federal regulations (OSHA, MSHA, FRA, EPA, DOT, and SDDANR, IADENR).
• Oversee asphalt paving, resurfacing, and maintenance projects from bid award through completion.
• Prepare accurate estimates, takeoffs, and proposals for paving and asphalt projects.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, change orders, and jobsite progress to maximize profitability.
• Coordinate crews, subcontractors, and material suppliers to maintain smooth project execution.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and company policies.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Proficient in building and maintaining daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly schedules.
• Works directly and in coordination with the Operations Manager on scheduling and completion of daily construction activities.
• Communicate with the production facilities and coordinate daily material needs.
• Works with the Shop Supervisor, Trucking Manager, Operations Manager, and Paving Foreman to make sure all equipment needs are met.

• Maintain accurate records of quality control activities, including test results, inspections, and corrective actions.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, vendors, city, county, and state agencies.
• Required to read and understand specifications for city, county, and state projects.
• Provide excellent customer service by addressing customer inquiries, resolving complaints, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Identify opportunities to increase revenue or connect with new customers.
• Evaluating employee performance by tracking key performance indicators, “KPI”.
• Assisting with other duties as required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proficient in estimating and takeoff software.
• Understand job costing, construction scheduling, and project financials.
• Ability to read construction plans, specifications, contracts, and proposals.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Software technical skills: Proficient with MS Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and PDFs

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 5 Years’ experience in project management and estimating or equivalent preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.

• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.

• Must be able to work in an outdoor environment with exposure to weather, noise, and dust.

• Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of standing.

• Must be able to withstand periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

L. G. Everist, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer, we do not discriminate. We embrace a diverse workforce and opportunities for all qualified applicants. We are committed to having a team that represents the communities where we operate with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
All job offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug test and background check.