Civil Project Manager & Estimator - Shape SC Infrastructure

J.C. Wilkie Construction, LLC; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) match

Profit Sharing

Job summary

J.C. Wilkie Construction, LLC in Lexington, SC is seeking a Project Manager / Civil Estimator to lead site development and civil construction projects from pre-construction through closeout.

You will estimate, plan, coordinate, and manage budgets, schedules, subcontractor procurement, and client relationships to deliver safe, on-time, within-budget outcomes in accordance with contract requirements. You will bridge pre-construction and operations, collaborating with Owners, Developers, Engineers,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil construction estimating, project management, site development, utility construction, or related roles.
• Strong knowledge of site development construction practices including earthwork, storm drainage, sanitary sewer, water utilities, paving, concrete, and erosion control.
• Experience preparing detailed estimates, budgets, and cost analyses.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specs, contracts, geotechnical reports, and schedules.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, costs, and contract requirements.
• Proficiency with MS Office and construction software platforms.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive estimates and bids for site development and civil projects.
• Review project plans, specs, geotechnical reports, permits, contracts, and bid documents.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for earthwork, utilities, paving, concrete, erosion control, and related scopes.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Develop project budgets, cost analyses, and pricing strategies.
• Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering during estimating.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and client meetings.
• Prepare bid proposals, scope clarifications, and estimate summaries.
• Assist with contract negotiations and project turnover after award.
• Manage all phases from pre-construction through closeout.
• Develop and maintain schedules, budgets, forecasts, and production plans.
• Coordinate startup activities including permitting, procurement, subcontractor agreements, and resource allocation.
• Monitor costs, labor productivity, equipment utilization, and subcontractor performance.
• Prepare cost reports, WIP reports, and financial forecasts.
• Review subcontractor invoices, POs, and pay apps.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contract modifications.
• Conduct project meetings with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and team members.
• Serve as primary contact for owners and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Superintendents and Foremen to align field ops with goals.
• Support billing, collections, and cash flow management.
• Negotiate changes, vendor pricing, and subcontract agreements.
• Monitor quality and compliance with plans, specs, permits, and regs.
• Support safety initiatives and document control.
• Prepare and present status reports to leadership.
• Assist with business development and client relationship mgmt.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Estimating

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Reading plans

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Problem solving

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Word

Outlook

Project

HCSS HeavyBid

Agtek

Bluebeam

Bid2Win

Procore

Viewpoint

Job description

J.C. Wilkie Construction, LLC in Lexington, SC is seeking a Project Manager / Civil Estimator to lead site development and civil construction projects from pre-construction through closeout.

You will estimate, plan, coordinate, and manage budgets, schedules, subcontractor procurement, and client relationships to deliver safe, on-time, within-budget outcomes in accordance with contract requirements. You will bridge pre-construction and operations, collaborating with Owners, Developers, Engineers,