Project Manager/Estimator - Heavy Civil (DOT / Public Works)

VEIT; Rogers (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 133,500; Full time

Job summary

VEIT is seeking a Project Manager/Estimator to lead bid opportunities and manage awarded projects from start to finish. You will oversee scheduling, cost containment, progress monitoring, and client contact to ensure successful, on-time delivery.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience, proficiency in construction bidding and PM software, and strong communication to interact with management, vendors, and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree; minimum of 5 years experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency with Construction Bidding and Project Management software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent communication skills, including to all levels of management, employees, vendors, and partners.
• Ability to develop and nurture lasting client relationships.
• Knowledge of Viewpoint Vista and HCSS construction software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Bid opportunities: seek out and complete bids through client relationships and networking.
• Estimate projects for bid submittal by reviewing plans, calculating quantities, gathering quotes and submittals.
• Coordinate pre-construction meetings to ensure communication between project managers, field, and office support.
• Manage project costs by tracking labor, equipment, and materials; oversee billing and invoicing.
• Maintain compliance with EEO/DBE project requirements and ensure project safety, budget, and schedule.
• Adapt to changes in scope, obtain approvals for change orders, and coordinate with owners/GCs.

Skills

Construction bidding

Project management

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Communication skills

Client relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Viewpoint Vista

HCSS construction software

MS Teams

Job description

Job Description

The Project Manager/Estimator’s primary duty is to bid and secure construction projects. Once projects are awarded, the Project Manager/Estimator manages the contract work from start to finish including scheduling, cost containment, monitoring progress, compliance, and client contact.

A Day in the Life at Veit

• Seeks out/completes bid opportunities through client relationships, networking opportunities, public/private postings, assigned bid opportunities, and various other means.
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with current clients; responsible for creating relationships with potential future clients.
• Estimates projects for bid submittal by reviewing plans and specifications, calculating quantities, gathering quotes and submittals, constructing the bid, and creating the bid submittal.
• Coordinates pre-construction meetings for projects awarded to ensure communication and coordination between project managers, field, and office support. Works with operations staff to coordinate appropriate construction methods and staffing needs.
• Obtains necessary permits and licensing.
• Manages costs by tracking labor, equipment, and materials.
• Manages billing with Project Coordinators to ensure accuracy of invoicing, preparation of payables, accounts receivable collections, approval of accounts payable in a timely manner and management of over/under billing monthly.
• Communicates and is responsible for meeting EEO/DBE project requirements.
• Ensures all aspects of the project are met safely, on/under budget and in the appropriate time frame allowed.
• Uses appropriate resources to troubleshoot any project issues that may arise.
• Seeks approval for all project change orders (before work is completed) and manages changes to the scope of work to maintain profitability.
• Coordinates efforts and communication with the project owner/general contractor to work toward safe and timely project completion and adjust project scope of work and timelines as needed.
• Assures that Leadership is informed on all matters of relative importance.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Occasional travel and overnight stays to jobsites outside of office location area (10%).

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s Degree; minimum of 5 years experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Construction Bidding and Project Management software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Experience with MS Teams is desirable but not required.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate information to all levels of management, employees, external vendors, and other business associates.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, clients, and/or regulatory agencies.
• Ability to define problems, collect and document data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of situations and events and respond accordingly. Ability to seek counsel, when needed and use a variety of resources.
• Ability to develop and nurture lasting client relationships.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Other

• Working knowledge of Viewpoint Vista and HCSS construction software is preferred.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by any 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 is regularly required to stand and/or sit in a stationary position for extended periods of time; 50%+. The employee is regularly required to use a computer/laptop/iPad in on office environment with natural and/or florescent lighting, navigate between office building floors, and on occasion, attend off-site meetings. The employee occasionally may encounter high noise levels, but hearing protection is provided/required.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employees may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Most often an office environment, however jobsite travel is required. Employee frequently works alone and with others. Frequently exposed to variable work environments, including unique conditions outside a typical office environment. Occasionally exposed to moving machinery, odors, dust, pressurized equipment. Occasionally exposed to electrical hazards. May be exposed to environmental conditions, loud noises, and variable weather including rain, snow, wind, cold, and heat.

Additional Job Description

Base Compensation: $100,000 - $133,500. The base salary range may vary depending on geographic location, applicant skills, and prior relevant experience.

We offer our full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement plans with matching contributions, and generous paid time off. Additionally, we provide profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program.

VEIT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, INCLUDING VET/DISABILITY