Estimator/Project Manager

DDS Companies; West Henrietta (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Estimator/Project Manager to join its dynamic team. This role is pivotal in both estimating and managing commercial sitework projects, ensuring that infrastructure is built to improve communities. You will be responsible for evaluating bid specifications, preparing bid packages, and managing project performance. The company values integrity, teamwork, and innovation, providing a collaborative environment where your skills will directly contribute to building a safer tomorrow. If you have a passion for construction and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Plans

401K with match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Life and AD&D coverage

Short and Long-Term Disability

HSA and or FSA Accounts

Comprehensive Training Programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating and/or project management experience in heavy civil.
• Excellent communication skills and proficiency in MS Office products.

Responsibilities

• Perform full take-off and bid projects based on bid schedule demands.
• Maintain overall responsibility for safety, quality, and cost of each project.

Skills

Estimating

Project Management

Communication Skills

MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)

Follow-up Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

Bid2win

HCSS

Insite

Blue Beam

Job description

About the DDS Companies: The DDS Companies is a reputable and dynamic organization that specializes in providing comprehensive infrastructure construction and engineering solutions. With a commitment to excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction, we consistently deliver successful projects across various industries. Our team of dedicated professionals thrives on innovation and collaboration, ensuring that we exceed client expectations at every stage. Join us and be part of a company that values integrity, teamwork, and continuous growth.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401K with match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• HSA and or FSA Accounts
• Comprehensive Training Programs

Building a Safer Tomorrow

Do you have a passion for constructing safer communities and ensuring that the infrastructure built today will improve our future? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Estimator/Project Manager. As part of our team, you will play a vital role in both accurately estimating and managing our commercial sitework projects, allowing us to help build the infrastructure for tomorrow.

Estimator/Project Manager Pay Range: 85-120K Annually

This role will serve a dual purpose. We seek an experienced individual that can both estimate and manage commercial projects for our heavy civil construction group. Primary responsibilities will include evaluating bid specifications, bid packages, drawings, and ensuring everything required for bid submission has been included for a successful proposal. You must also be comfortable with aggressively following up with subcontractors and vendors to ensure that proposals for materials and subcontractor items are received, and accurate costs are represented with the estimate. After bids are awarded, the opportunity to manage portions of, or entire projects will be available. We operate in a team-based environment where collaboration is a way of life.

This position is required to perform the following functions:

Estimating:

• Perform full take-off and bid projects based on bid schedule demands
• Prepares and maintains the status of plans and specifications
• Solicits and maintains communications with subcontractors and vendors
• Responsible for the preparation of bid packages
• Submits 100% of bids and budgets by the bid deadline
• Thoroughly reviews and ensures that any changes prior to the bid deadline are implemented within the proposal

Project Management:

• Maintain overall responsibility for safety, quality, and cost of each project
• Manage all contract documents and administration
• Prepare and oversee all required submittals to Owner/General Contractor
• Provide hands-on management of all subcontractors, manpower, equipment, material ordering and create and maintain project schedules
• Responsible for the development of submission of applications for payment, claims and project change order documentation
• Monitor project performance by using appropriate tools and techniques
• Finalize vendor and subcontract contracts
• Attend and participate in field job meetings and provide customers with any scheduling conflicts related to site work and various trades

Skills and Experience

Required:

• 5+ years of related estimating and/or project management experience in heavy civil, or an adjacent industry
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must know MS Office products including Word, Excel and Project
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks and have excellent follow-up skills

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• Previous experience with Bid2win, HCSS or other estimating software
• Knowledge of online platforms for submitting bids
• Prior experience utilizing takeoff software, Insite, Blue Beam, etc.
• Familiarity with public, private and energy sectors

DDS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.