Civil Construction Estimator/PM

High Rise Enterprise, Inc.; Troy (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible schedule

IRA contribution match

Company vehicle

Job summary

Outdoor Enterprise is seeking an Estimator/Project Manager to drive bids and manage civil construction projects from award through closeout. You will identify opportunities, estimate costs, coordinate bids with subs and suppliers, and manage contract docs, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and invoicing.

The role emphasizes cost control, detailed takeoffs, and collaboration with owners, Operations Manager, Superintendents and Foremen to ensure successful delivery and a healthy work culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil construction experience, preferably excavating, underground utilities, street work, civil projects.
• Experience from bidding through closeout: qualifying subs, subcontracts, submittals, change orders, RFIs, pay apps, permits.
• Project management experience including scheduling, procurement, and contract management.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to read and interpret plans/specifications for takeoffs.
• Knowledge of construction software such as Bluebeam and related tools.
• Ability to negotiate with subs, suppliers and owners and manage logistics.

Responsibilities

• Identify projects to bid and estimate costs for competitive submissions.
• Coordinate subcontractor and supplier bids and prepare bid packages.
• Manage contract documentation, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and invoicing after award.
• Oversee buyout, submittals, and alignment with owner and field leadership.
• Support project setup and cost control to ensure final reconciliation.

Skills

Excel

Bluebeam

Takeoffs

Plan reading

Subcontractor negotiation

Scheduling

Cost control

Estimating

Tools

Bluebeam

Job description

The Estimator/Project Manager plays a crucial role in both the bidding and execution of civil construction projects. This position is responsible for identifying projects to bid, estimating costs, coordinating subcontractor and supplier bids, and ensuring timely and accurate bid submissions. Once a project is awarded, the Estimator/PM manages contract documentation, project setup, buyout, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and invoicing. They work closely with the owner, Operations Manager, Superintendents and Foremen to ensure successful project execution, cost control, and final reconciliation.

Our office environment is relaxed and fun and our focus is on maintaining a healthy culture while working efficiently and with excellence in all things!

Our ideal team member for this position will:

• Bring 5+ years of construction experience preferably excavating, underground utilities, street work, civil projects, and general construction.
• Have familiarity with the contract process from bidding through closeout: eg. Qualifying subs, completing subcontracts, processing submittals, change orders, RFIs, pay apps, permits, etc.
• Have project management experience including contract management, submittals, scheduling, material procurement, etc.
• Have an in depth knowledge of and experience using Excel.
• Have experience and knowledge to independently read and interpret plans and specifications and perform take-offs for estimating.
• Have knowledge of and experience using construction software such as Bluebeam, etc.
• Be comfortable building relationships and negotiating with subs, suppliers and owners.
• Good communication skills and a knack for logistics and planning are key in this role!
• Understand and follow specifications and blueprints with keen attention to detail.
• Think outside the box & enjoy creative problem solving.
• Be self-motivated and results-oriented.
• Work successfully independently & with a team.

We are proud of our healthy workplace environment where you will receive above average pay while enjoying your career! Company benefits include:

• An innovative, synergetic and positive environment where we care about our team members!
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Company paid health insurance
• Company vehicle
• IRA contribution match
• Starting pay range is based on experience with opportunity to grow depending on performance and responsibility
• Opportunity to earn annual bonus

Learn more about our company and culture by checking out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/outdoorenterprise

Outdoor Enterprise is a Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Civil Construction: 5 years (Preferred)
• Construction Estimating: 2 years (Preferred)