On-Site Project Manager & Estimator – Excavation

10X Recruiting Partners; West Jefferson (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Local project exposure

Job summary

10X Business Consulting is assisting a local West Jefferson, NC excavation contractor in finding an experienced Project Manager/Estimator. The role leads project execution from bid through closeout, ensuring on-time delivery, scope adherence, and budget control.

You will coordinate with subcontractors, clients, and site teams to maintain safety and quality while driving efficiencies. The position emphasizes on-site leadership, detailed cost tracking, and timely reporting, with a focus on local,

Qualifications

• Experienced and highly organized Project Manager/Estimator for excavating projects.
• Strong leadership, budgeting, scheduling, and contract management abilities.
• Willingness to be present on job sites daily and coordinate with superintendents.

Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Plan and execute all phases of a project, including managing contracts, insurance, permitting, utility tickets, safety programs, scheduling, and equipment allocation.
• Cost Management: Monitor project costs (labor, material, equipment, subcontractors), identify opportunities for efficiency and savings, and manage and document project change orders.
• Collaboration & Communication: Serve as the primary liaison between the project team, subcontractors, and clients. Provide clear, regular communication to management regarding project scope, performance, and adherence to safety and company policies.
• Site & Team Oversight: Collaborate closely with superintendents and foremen to direct daily project activities. Commitment to being present at job sites daily to ensure progress and quality.
• Reporting & Compliance: Report project progress and budget updates to clients. Maintain detailed logs of all safety meetings and ensure accurate time tracking for each project via t-sheets.
• Closeout Excellence: Drive the project closeout process, including punch list completion and required documentation, to ensure an orderly and efficient transition. Represent the Excavating Company in all project meetings.

Job description

10X Business Consulting is assisting a local West Jefferson, NC excavation contractor in finding an experienced Project Manager/Estimator. The role leads project execution from bid through closeout, ensuring on-time delivery, scope adherence, and budget control.

You will coordinate with subcontractors, clients, and site teams to maintain safety and quality while driving efficiencies. The position emphasizes on-site leadership, detailed cost tracking, and timely reporting, with a focus on local,