Project Manager / Estimator

United Terrain Group; Marlboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition and student loan repayment

Monthly cell phone stipend

401(k) plan with matching

Paid sick, vacation, and holidays

Performance-based bonuses

Ongoing training and certifications

Casual dress and open office

Job summary

United Terrain Group is seeking a Project Manager / Estimator to support a portfolio of public infrastructure projects across New Jersey and the NYC metro area. You will handle preconstruction estimating and project execution, ensuring safety, on-schedule delivery, and compliance with contract quality standards.

This hands-on role suits a motivated professional who can juggle multiple projects, partner with field teams, subcontractors, and leadership, and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager or Estimator in construction.
• Experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, plans, and specifications.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel to jobsites and work in varying field conditions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates, including quantity take-offs, scope reviews, and pricing analysis.
• Assist with proposal preparation and bid submissions.
• Review plans, specifications, and contracts to identify risks, assumptions, and scope gaps.
• Manage projects from preconstruction through closeout, including planning, scheduling, and coordination.
• Oversee labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors to ensure timely execution.
• Negotiate and manage contracts, work orders, and change orders.
• Track project costs, schedules, and performance; identify and resolve variances.
• Review and approve subcontractor and vendor invoices and support preparation of owner billings.
• Coordinate permit requirements, inspections, utility mark-outs, and project closeout documentation.
• Manage project documentation including RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and daily reports.
• Act as the primary liaison between clients, subcontractors, suppliers, field personnel, engineers, consultants, and company leadership.

Skills

Project management

Estimating

Construction knowledge

Communication skills

Blueprint reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Project management software

Job description

A growing construction company focused on concrete, curbs, sidewalks, masonry, retaining walls, park improvements, and other public infrastructure projects is seeking a Project Manager / Estimator to join its team. The role will support a portfolio of projects primarily throughout New Jersey, with some projects in the NYC metropolitan area. This position is responsible for both preconstruction estimating and project execution, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements and quality standards.

This is a hands-on role ideal for a motivated professional who is comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously and working closely with field teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and company leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates, including quantity take-offs, scope reviews, and pricing analysis.
• Assist with proposal preparation and bid submissions.
• Review plans, specifications, and contracts to identify risks, assumptions, and scope gaps.
• Manage projects from preconstruction through closeout, including planning, scheduling, and coordination.
• Oversee labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors to ensure timely execution.
• Negoti a and manage contracts, work orders, and change orders.
• Track project costs, schedules, and performance; identify and resolve variances.
• Review and approve subcontractor and vendor invoices and support preparation of owner billings.
• Coordinate permit requirements, inspections, utility mark-outs, and project closeout documentation.
• Manage project documentation including RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and daily reports.
• Act as the primary liaison between clients, subcontractors, suppliers, field personnel, engineers, consultants, and company leadership. Coordinate project communications, manage expectations, and resolve project-related issues.
• Enforce compliance with company safety policies, OSHA standards, and quality requirements.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits and inspections.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, Estimator, or similar role within the construction industry.
• Experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, blueprint reading, and specifications.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction/project management or estimating software.
• Ability to travel to jobsites and work in varying field conditions.
• Valid driver's license and insurable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business, or related field.
• OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification preferred. Candidates not currently certified must be willing to obtain OSHA certification within 90 days of hire, with company-sponsored training available.
• Experience in concrete, curb, sidewalk, masonry, retaining wall, site work, parks, streetscape, municipal, or infrastructure-related construction.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Tuition and student loan repayment benefits
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• Retirement 401(k) plan
• 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Paid sick, vacation, and holidays
• Performance-based bonuses
• Ongoing company-paid training, continuing education, and certifications
• Casual dress and open office environment
• Complimentary office snacks and drinks

Equal Opportunity Employer

The company is an equal opportunity employer. Employment may be contingent upon pre-employment screening, including a background check. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.