Estimator / Project Manager

Hbttrenchless; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

FSA/Flexible Spending Account

HSA with Employer contributions

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Horizontal Boring & Tunneling Co. is seeking an experienced Estimator/Project Manager to drive bids and manage projects from initiation to completion in a dynamic construction environment.

The role focuses on estimating, sequencing, and achieving favorable financial outcomes while coordinating with engineers, contractors, and vendors in the United States. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of estimator/PM experience, 5+ years in utilities/underground construction, and a track record of managing

Qualifications

• Ten (10)+ years experience as an Estimator and/or Project Manager.
• Five (5)+ years field experience in utilities or underground construction, ideally as a Superintendent or Project Manager.
• Three (3)+ years experience managing others.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, geotechnical or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is a plus.
• OSHA certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Estimate, review, and submit bids accurately, timely, and competitively.
• Review customer drawings and expectations. Identify areas of concern and develop creative solutions to problems.
• Supervise efficient preparation of pre-qualification, submittal and bid packages, as well as all job correspondence.
• Follow-up on bids, solicit feedback, and maintain communication with customers throughout the bidding process.
• Build customer markets in targeted regions, utilizing business development and marketing strategies.
• Attend meetings (pre-bid, pre-construction, job, etc.) as required.
• Prepare and maintain schedules for each job using estimate and contract documents, and request extensions when needed as required by contract.
• Communicate schedules, construction processes and layouts with engineers, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, etc. providing excellent customer service and maintaining positive professional relationships.
• Manage others, ensuring project superintendents understand and execute the work as required.
• Coordinate delivery of materials, and ensure they are ready and available with enough lead-time to avoid delay of production.
• Identify tools, equipment, or technology to complete a job and understand the benefits, costs and potential risks of each.
• Ensure the project meets or exceeds its financial objectives by overseeing and monitoring operations.
• Monitor and close out project financials: prepare cost breakdowns for billing, analyze job costs and address issues, and approve project invoices.
• Execute, submit, and manage change orders.
• Maintain detailed documentation to protect company’s interests.
• Uphold a high standard of safety, quality, service, and production.
• May supervise others.

Skills

Estimator experience

PM experience

People management

MS Excel

Scheduling software

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license a plus

Tools

Excel

Estimating software

Scheduling software

Job description

505 South River Avenue
Exeter, NE68351-4102

Estimator/Project Manager

The Estimator/Project Manager at Horizontal Boring & Tunneling Co. will work in a dynamic construction environment, executing bids and managing projects from initiation to completion. This person will be responsible for the overall estimating, completion and financial outcome of projects.

Horizontal Boring & Tunneling Co. is a specialty trenchless utility contractor using construction methods such as auger boring, tunneling, directional drilling, pilot tube, micro-tunneling, and pipe ramming to improve the underground infrastructure that the United States depends on.

Our company provides a friendly and challenging work environment where you will find stability and opportunities for growth and advancement. We deliver a superior service that our customers associate with our company name.

Horizontal Boring & Tunneling Co. is located in Nebraska and serves customers throughout the United States. This position would work from an office or remotely in the Denver region.

• Health (Standard & High Deductible Plans)
• Disability (Short & Long Term)
• Flexible Spending Account-FSA (Medical & Dependent Care)
• Health Savings Account- HSA w/Employer
• 401(k) Plan w/Employer Match & Profit-Share
• Paid Time Off-PTO; Holidays & Bonus Holidays

Requirements

You’re a good fit if you have :

• Ten (10)+ years experience as an Estimator and/or Project Manager.
• Five (5)+ years field experience in utilities or underground construction, ideally as a Superintendent or Project Manager.
• Three (3)+ years experience managing others.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, geotechnical or a related field.
• Broad knowledge of the construction industry.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is a plus.
• OSHA certification is a plus.

You’re a good fit if you are able to :

• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously and manage time to meet tight project deadlines.
• Effectively understand and manage alternative contracting methods.
• Be proactive and use foresight to predict and address concerns.
• Effectively control jobsite operations and delegate authority when appropriate.
• Use leadership and interpersonal skills to motivate others, instill the company culture, and set a positive example.
• Work well as part of a team and independently with minimal direction.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both written and verbal.
• Proficiently use Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel. Experience with estimating and/or scheduling software is preferred.
• Travel to meetings, projects and main location up to 20% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Estimate, review, and submit bids accurately, timely, and competitively.
• Review customer drawings and expectations. Identify areas of concern and develop creative solutions to problems.
• Supervise efficient preparation of pre-qualification, submittal and bid packages, as well as all job correspondence.
• Follow-up on bids, solicit feedback, and maintain communication with customers throughout the bidding process.
• Build customer markets in targeted regions, utilizing business development and marketing strategies.
• Attend meetings (pre-bid, pre-construction, job, etc.) as required.
• Prepare and maintain schedules for each job using estimate and contract documents, and request extensions when needed as required by contract.
• Communicate schedules, construction processes and layouts with engineers, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, etc. providing excellent customer service and maintaining positive professional relationships.
• Manage others, ensuring project superintendents understand and execute the work as required.
• Coordinate delivery of materials, and ensure they are ready and available with enough lead-time to avoid delay of production.
• Identify tools, equipment, or technology to complete a job and understand the benefits, costs and potential risks of each.
• Ensure the project meets or exceeds its financial objectives by overseeing and monitoring operations.
• Monitor and close out project financials: prepare cost breakdowns for billing, analyze job costs and address issues, and approve project invoices.
• Execute, submit, and manage change orders.
• Maintain detailed documentation to protect company’s interests.
• Uphold a high standard of safety, quality, service, and production.
• May supervise others.

Successful applicants will exemplify our Core Values

• Hard-Working
• Continual Learning and Growth
• Productive and Efficient
• Team-Oriented
• Integrity

We emphasize safety, professional service, product quality and value to meet the needs of our customers. Our proven process confirms that our customers will want us back; we are reputable, responsive, full-service and part of their team.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.