Hybrid Senior Project Manager & Estimator - Wet Utilities

Lvi-Associates; Corona (CA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Lvi-Associates is seeking a Senior Project Manager / Estimator for heavy civil wet utility infrastructure projects. The role blends project management with estimating, from pursuit and preconstruction through execution.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in wet utility construction, proven PM/Estimator experience, and hands-on oversight of water, sewer, and storm drain systems. This is a hybrid position focused on bid development, cost control, and project leadership.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in wet utility construction projects.
• Proven experience serving as both a Project Manager and Estimator in heavy civil/underground utilities.
• Strong background in water main, sewer, storm drain, and underground infrastructure construction.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for wet utility projects.
• Analyze plans, specs and contract documents for accuracy and risk.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Develop competitive bid proposals and support negotiations.
• Review project risks and identify value engineering opportunities.
• Assist leadership with budgeting, forecasting, and strategic pursuit efforts.
• Manage multiple wet utility projects through all phases of construction.
• Oversee contracts, schedules, budgets, and project profitability.
• Lead project teams including engineers, superintendents, and subcontractors.
• Manage relationships with owners, engineers, developers, and agencies.
• Monitor progress, change orders, cost controls, and forecasting.

Skills

Project management

Estimating

Budgeting

Leadership

Job description

Lvi-Associates is seeking a Senior Project Manager / Estimator for heavy civil wet utility infrastructure projects. The role blends project management with estimating, from pursuit and preconstruction through execution.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in wet utility construction, proven PM/Estimator experience, and hands-on oversight of water, sewer, and storm drain systems. This is a hybrid position focused on bid development, cost control, and project leadership.