Project Manager / Estimator

TILCON CONNECTICUT INC; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus Potential

401k with Roth option & Company Match

Paid Time Off, Holidays

Education Reimbursement Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH company, is seeking an Estimator/Project Manager to bid, manage and execute roadway construction projects. You will oversee timelines, budgets, and resources for DOT, CAA, FAA, and private contracts, with some municipal work.

Travel throughout Connecticut and strong communication with clients and subcontractors are essential. Qualified candidates will have a civil construction background with cost estimation and project management experience, and a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field, plus 4+ years in estimating/PM.
• Alternatively, 8+ years in related fields.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bids from market analysis to submission and award.
• Develop quantity takeoffs and cost estimates with accuracy.
• Manage project schedule, budgets, and resources across DOT paving projects.
• Coordinate with operations to improve bidding opportunities and reduce margin erosion.
• Lead bid reviews with management and negotiate contracts with stakeholders.
• Monitor plans/specifications to avoid errors and ensure compliance.
• Guide project teams and maintain safety and quality standards.

Skills

Cost estimation

Bid-to-build oversight

Team leadership

Communication skills

Civil engineering principles

DOT heavy highway

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH company, has played a vital role in building infrastructure around our state, serving the market from 23 locations throughout Connecticut. As a leading supplier of quality crushed stone, hot mix asphalt, and ready mix concrete, Tilcon Connecticut has supported the construction of superior roads, buildings and bridges. The most respected name in the construction industry, from the quarry to the road, Tilcon Connecticut does it all!

Position Overview

Tilcon Connecticut is seeking a Estimator/Project Manager responsible for bidding, managing, and executing roadway construction projects. The majority of this role will deal with DOT, CAA, FAA, and Private contracts, with a small focus on municipal or subcontracted projects as needed. This role involves working within the construction division to oversee project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively. This individual must be able to manage duties in a timely manner and be able to work independently as well as in a team environment. The selected individual must display a courteous and professional attitude when dealing with co-workers and the public. A valid Driver’s License and the willingness to travel throughout Connecticut are essential for this position. Prior experience dealing with large Civil/DOT/Construction milling/paving projects is preferred, but not required.

• Proficient in calculating project costs and quantities accurately.
• Ability to oversee projects from bid to completion, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
• Strong verbal and written skills for effective interaction with clients, subcontractors, and team members.
• Understanding of paving, milling, and civil engineering principles.
• Capable of addressing challenges and implementing solutions promptly.
• Experience in negotiating contracts and managing stakeholder expectations.
• Meticulous in reviewing plans and specifications to avoid errors.
• Ability to lead and motivate project teams effectively.
• Familiarity with industry regulations and compliance standards.
• Familiarity with DOT Heavy Highway work is preferable.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

Safety

• Site visits

Market Intel/Salesforce

• Finger on the pulse with competitors and clients
• Weekly sales meeting with commercial sales
• Monthly sales meeting with all LOB’s
• Competitor Backlog and Capacity analysis
• Review all potential bids with management
• Quantity Takeoff and Confirmation
• Securing set aside companies (SBE/DBE)
• Bid review with commercial sales
• Bid comparison and market analysis
• Bid submissions and openings throughout the state
• Build and setup projects (paving/milling/construction) in bidding software with accurate costs, overheads, markup, etc.
• Execution
• Manage Bid vs. Build – work with Ops to enhance bidding opportunities and reduce bid vs. build spread
• Manage project schedule (recovery, critical path, liability, capacity)
• Track project quantities and identify risk and opportunities
• Ensure strict cost controls are managed and in place to reduce margin erosion
• Collaborate with project staff to identify opportunities for increased efficiencies and safer methods

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field and a minimum of 4 years of experience in construction estimating/construction project management, preferably in civil DOT paving projects OR a minimum of 8+ years of experience in those related fields

General Requirements

• Understanding of milling/paving and DOT construction
• Ability to manage Civil/DOT Construction projects from bid to completion.
• Ability to understand project financials and forecast project outcome.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles and construction methods

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to work in both the office and the field. Providing a balanced mix of data analysis and on-site evaluations. Estimators frequently are required to sit, stand, and walk.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

What CRH Offers You

Compensation & Company Benefits:

• Annual Bonus Potential
• Paid Time Off, Holidays
• 401k with Roth option & CompetitiveCompany Match
• EducationReimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Opportunities for Internal Mobility
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
• Opportunities for Community Engagement.

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

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