Civil Project Manager/Estimator

Jobot; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentorship opportunities

Exposure to high-profile projects

People-first culture

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Civil Project Manager/Estimator for a permanent on-site role in Bloomington, MN. The successful candidate will lead estimating and project execution across civil infrastructure projects, coordinating preconstruction and field operations with cross-functional teams.

You will develop estimates, manage bid strategies, oversee subcontractor coordination, and ensure safety, quality, and cost control throughout project lifecycles. Strong communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in civil PM and estimating.
• Experience managing subcontractors and vendors.
• Knowledge of earthwork, utilities, paving, site development.
• Ability to prepare detailed estimates and takeoffs.
• Experience with budgets, schedules, change orders, cost reporting.
• Proficient with estimating, PM, and scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates for civil projects (labor, equipment, materials, subs/services, overhead).
• Review drawings/specs/site conditions to define scope and risks; develop bids.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, solicit pricing, evaluate proposals, support bids and negotiations.
• Manage projects from preconstruction to closeout; monitor budgets, schedules, quality, contracts.
• Coordinate subcontractors/vendors; ensure clear expectations and timely delivery.
• Develop/update project schedules; resolve issues affecting milestones or costs.

Skills

Project management

Estimating

Subcontractor management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Civil engineering or construction management degree

Tools

Estimating software

Scheduling software

Job description

Civil Project Manager/Estimator

$120000 - $140000 per year | Bloomington, MN | On-site | Permanent

Established General Contractor, Heavy-Civil Construction, High Profile Projects, Above Market Compensation

A bit about us:

Our client is an established heavy civil and industrial general contractor delivering complex infrastructure projects across a diverse range of public and private markets. This company performs work across highways and bridges, rail, mining, industrial, environmental, water resources, federal infrastructure, and other heavy civil markets, with extensive self-perform capabilities that give its teams greater control over safety, quality, scheduling, and project execution.

With capabilities spanning civil construction, utilities, concrete paving, structural concrete, mechanical work, and aggregate processing, this company has built its reputation around successfully taking on large-scale and technically challenging projects. Its approach emphasizes safety, teamwork, operational excellence, and long-term relationships with clients, partners, employees, and the communities it serves.

This general contractor has a history to promote from within and experiences one of the lowest turnover rates across the entire civil construction industry. They have developed a comprehensive career growth plan that allows you to take control of your career.

Why join us?

This company offers the opportunity to develop your career within an organization capable of delivering and self-performing complex heavy civil and infrastructure projects. You'll have visibility into the entire construction process, allowing you to understand not only how projects are estimated and won, but how they are planned, staffed, built, and successfully delivered in the field.

This position provides the opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility while working alongside experienced construction professionals on challenging infrastructure projects. You'll join a company that publicly emphasizes putting its people first while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, consistency, teamwork, and taking on complex construction challenges.

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for advancement and mentorship
• Exposure to high-profile and complex construction projects
• A people-first culture that emphasizes safety, communication, and excellence

Job Details

As a Civil Project Manager / Estimator, you'll play an integral role throughout the project lifecycle, working across estimating, preconstruction, project planning, and active construction. You'll be involved in developing estimates and bid strategies, evaluating project costs and constructability, transitioning awarded work into operations, and managing projects through successful completion.

Build your future while delivering the infrastructure communities depend on. We're seeking an experienced Civil Project Manager/Estimator for a permanent opportunity in the construction industry. This role combines hands-on project leadership with strategic estimating, giving you ownership from initial bid through final closeout.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate estimates for civil construction projects, including labor, equipment, materials, subcontractor services, and project overhead.
• Review drawings, specifications, site conditions, and contract requirements to define scope, identify risks, and develop competitive bids.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, solicit pricing, evaluate proposals, and support bid submissions and contract negotiations.
• Manage projects from preconstruction through closeout, maintaining accountability for budgets, schedules, quality, and contractual requirements.
• Select, coordinate, and manage subcontractors and vendors, ensuring clear expectations, reliable delivery, and strong performance.
• Develop and update project schedules, coordinate resources, and resolve issues that could affect milestones or costs.
• Track project expenditures, prepare cost forecasts, and manage change orders, progress billings, and project documentation.
• Collaborate with clients, engineers, field supervisors, and internal teams to maintain effective communication and timely decisions.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress, address construction challenges, and support compliance with safety standards and project specifications.
• Lead project meetings and provide clear updates on progress, financial performance, risks, and corrective actions.
• Complete punch lists, reconcile final costs, and coordinate closeout documentation.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil construction project management and estimating, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant responsibilities.
• Demonstrated experience managing subcontractors and vendors, including coordination, pricing review, scope alignment, and performance oversight.
• Strong knowledge of civil construction methods, materials, equipment, and sequencing, with experience in areas such as earthwork, grading, utilities, drainage, paving, or site development.
• Proven ability to prepare detailed estimates, perform quantity takeoffs, and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, change orders, and cost reporting.
• Proficiency with construction estimating, project management, and scheduling software, along with spreadsheet applications.
• Strong negotiation, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of construction safety requirements, quality standards, and applicable regulations.
• A degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field is preferred; equivalent practical e experience will be considered.

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