Estimator/Project Manager

Horizontal Boring & Tunneling Co.; Exeter (NE); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health (Standard) Plans

Disability (Short & Long Term)

Flexible Spending Account-FSA

Health Savings Account- HSA w/Employer

401(k) Plan w/Employer Match & Profit-

Paid Time Off-PTO; Holidays & Bonus

Job summary

Horizontal Boring & Tunneling Co. is a specialty trenchless utility contractor based in Exeter, NE, delivering projects from bidding through completion. This full-time role offers a path to hybrid work and opportunities for growth within a dynamic construction environment.

The Estimator/Project Manager will oversee estimating, scheduling, and financial outcomes, collaborating across teams to ensure bids are accurate and projects stay on track.

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.
• Broad knowledge of the construction industry.
• 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

Estimating

Project management

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or civil engineering

Tools

Estimating software

Scheduling software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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 Exeter, NE, about 50 miles west of Lincoln, Nebraska. This is a full-time position, with the potential for hybrid work.

• 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 and projects up to 10% of the time.

Responsibilities:As a member of our team, your responsibilities will include the following. Depending on candidate experience and interest, the position can shift focus more to estimating or project management 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.