Project Manager (Estimator)- Libs Paving

Libs Paving Company, Inc.; Floyds Knobs (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Profit sharing

Employee assistance program

Aflac, LegalShield

Job summary

Libs Paving Co., Inc. seeks a skilled estimator/project manager to prepare estimate packages for asphalt and concrete prep and installation, and to manage commercial, INDOT, and KYTC projects from estimate to completion.

You will collaborate with superintendents to plan, organize and direct project activities, verify bids, and ensure timeliness and quality. Strong communication, leadership and problem‑solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be self-motivated and maintain professional image.
• Promote Libs Paving culture, core values and teamwork.
• Proven problem solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to read, write and present to customers as needed.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to develop processes.
• Ability to read blueprints and project documents.
• Leadership mindset and accountability.
• Attention to detail with strong attendance and punctuality.
• Minimum 3 years construction industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Bid on projects as assigned using daily publications, websites and leads.
• Review plans and specifications from customers and reviewer guidance.
• Collaborate with customers and superintendents to resolve issues beyond scope.
• Prepare and track bids to customers and follow up on results.
• Verify bid proposals match the customer contracts.
• Prepare complete cost estimates for labor and materials within deadlines.
• Coordinate with scheduling to meet client specifications and timelines.
• Plan, direct, coordinate and control project activities per Libs Paving policies.
• Establish objectives, policies and performance standards within contract specs.
• Communicate with Superintendents on procedures, resources and project problems.
• Follow Libs Paving policies and procedures at all times.
• Maintain professionalism as a representative of Libs Paving Co., Inc.
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans and specs to determine work requirements.
• Commit to continuing education and training when required.
• Maintain discipline and professional conduct.

Skills

Project management

Bid preparation

Blueprint reading

Client communication

Leadership mindset

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Presentations

Job description

Job Summary

Works directly with internal and external customers to prepare estimate packages for asphalt prep and paving as well as concrete prep and installation. Performs project management for commercial as well as INDOT and KYTC projects. Works with Superintendents to ensure projects are completed to customer specifications. Provides support to the customer from estimate to completion of the project including AR follow-up.

Job Summary

Works directly with internal and external customers to prepare estimate packages for asphalt prep and paving as well as concrete prep and installation. Performs project management for commercial as well as INDOT and KYTC projects. Works with Superintendents to ensure projects are completed to customer specifications. Provides support to the customer from estimate to completion of the project including AR follow-up.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (will include but not limited to):

• Looks for and Bids on projects as assigned. Utilizes daily publications, web sites and customer leads for projects to bid.
• Orders and reviews plans and specifications from customer.
• Works closely with all customers assigned to him/her. Works with the superintendent if the project has issues occurring that are above and beyond the scope of the project.
• Sends bid(s) to customer and then follows up and tracks the results.
• Verifies bid proposal matches the customer contract.
• Prepares complete cost estimates for labor and material within set deadlines.
• Works with scheduling to insure project is completed to customer specifications and timelines.
• Plans, directs, coordinates, supervises and controls the execution of all aspects of the project per Libs Paving policies and procedures. Works with the superintendents to plan, organize and direct project activities.
• Establishes project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of Libs Paving policy and contract specifications.
• Communicates with Superintendents to discuss work procedures, resources, complaints and project problems.
• Follows all policies and procedures established by Libs Paving Co., Inc.
• Must be attention detail oriented.
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications to determine work requirements.
• Must be available for continuing education and training when required.
• Maintains a high level of discipline and professionalism as a representative of Libs Paving Co.

Core Values

• CUSTOMER FIRST, QUALITY ALWAYS: Must hold yourself accountable to do what is needed to go above and beyond our customer’s expectations.
• GROWTH MINDSET: Must be willing and eager to learn new skills, develop solutions, and teach others. OUR #1 ASSET, OUR PEOPLE: Must be appreciative and place value on the people who make Libs Paving, Libs Paving.
• WE NOT ME: Must be able to do the things that help the entire team, not just the individual.

Qualifications, Education And Physical Demands

• Must be self-motivated, positive in approach and convey an appropriate professional image.
• Must promote the culture, core behaviors and core values of Libs Paving.
• Must possess proven problem solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentations to customers as needed.
• Must have excellent organizational skills with the ability to develop processes and best practices.
• Must have high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
• Must have a Leadership Mindset.
• Must have Attention to Detail with Good Organization Skills.
• Must be dependable with good to excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Minimum 3 years Construction industry experience preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to support team members and their family.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Team members can recharge and relax with family and friends.
• Life Insurance at no cost to Team members.
• Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with 100% matching up to 3% and 50% matching on the next 4% of Team members deferral to provide a financial foundation as they plan for their future.
• Profit Sharing and Christmas Bonuses with Team Member personal factors they can control.
• An EAP for team members and their families to give them the resources and tools they need to stay healthy and feel supported at no cost.
• Ancillary Benefits: Aflac, LegalShield/ID Shield included.