Construction Project Manager & Estimator (Highway)

Simon; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid parental leave

Short-term disability

Flexible spending plan

Job summary

Simon, a subsidiary of Colas USA, is seeking an experienced Estimator/Project Manager to join our Fort Collins or Cheyenne-based team. You will prepare bids from plans and specs, coordinate contracts, assist with budgeting, and plan execution of construction projects.

This role requires 3+ years in construction operations, solid knowledge of estimating and project management, and the ability to work flexible hours with potential overnight travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License and clean driving history required

Responsibilities

• Oversee project planning and coordination, including resource allocation, scheduling, utility locates, material delivery, and traffic control requirements.
• Lead communication and coordination with project personnel, subcontractors, engineers, inspectors, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure project milestones and deadlines are met.
• Prepare, maintain, and manage all project documentation such as schedules, subcontracts, purchase orders, and material orders.
• Oversee material delivery, utility locates, traffic control requirements, and compliance with OSHA, EPA, DNR, and all safety/environmental regulations.
• Conduct project meetings and provide ongoing project updates to management.
• Monitor project costs and identify trends that support cost reduction and process improvement efforts.
• Assist with determining equipment needs, sequencing operations, and staffing requirements.
• Support development and performance management of assigned employees through training, mentoring, and coaching.
• Safely operate company vehicles/equipment and perform additional responsibilities as assigned

Skills

Construction management

Project management

Estimating

Commercial construction

MS Office

Bluebeam

MS Project

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering or equivalent

Tools

HCSS

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam

Job description

Simon, a subsidiary of Colas USA, is seeking an experienced Estimator/Project Manager to join our Fort Collins or Cheyenne-based team. You will prepare bids from plans and specs, coordinate contracts, assist with budgeting, and plan execution of construction projects.

This role requires 3+ years in construction operations, solid knowledge of estimating and project management, and the ability to work flexible hours with potential overnight travel.