Lead Project Manager & Estimator - Construction

Tschiggfrie Excavating; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Cell Phone

Life Insurance

401K with 401K Match

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Ongoing training

Compensation Based on Experience

Job summary

Tschiggfrie Excavating in Eastern Iowa seeks an experienced project manager/estimator to lead and estimate heavy/highway construction projects. You will manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and safety compliance while coordinating with field crews and subcontractors.

The ideal candidate has a construction management degree or equivalent, at least five years in heavy/highway PM or estimating, and strong skills in blueprints, math, and bid software.

Qualifications

• Construction Management Degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
• 5 years on projects in the heavy/highway industry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction estimating principles, practices and techniques.
• Familiarity with construction bid and management software.
• Construction Industry knowledge.
• Proficient in math and computing skills.
• Proficient in reading blueprints, schematics and construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead heavy/highway construction projects from initiation through closeout.
• Estimate project costs and prepare bids for new work.
• Coordinate with field crews, subcontractors and internal teams.
• Ensure schedules, budgets and safety requirements are met.
• Maintain thorough project documentation and reporting.

Skills

Project Management

Estimating

Blueprint reading

Math & computing

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Bid software familiarity

Construction industry knowledge

Education

Construction Management Degree

Tools

Bid and project management software

Job description

Tschiggfrie Excavating in Eastern Iowa seeks an experienced project manager/estimator to lead and estimate heavy/highway construction projects. You will manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and safety compliance while coordinating with field crews and subcontractors.

The ideal candidate has a construction management degree or equivalent, at least five years in heavy/highway PM or estimating, and strong skills in blueprints, math, and bid software.