Project Manager/Estimator – Public Sector

LMM; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and gas card

401(k)

Employee ownership through ESOP

Job summary

LMM is growing and looking for an experienced Project Manager/Estimator to lead public-sector construction projects across Michigan. This hands-on role covers preconstruction through project closeout, developing estimates and bid packages, coordinating subcontractors, and managing schedules and budgets.

You’ll work with LMM's in-house electrical, mechanical, and rigging/millwright teams to bring self-perform and subcontracted scopes together for complex public-sector projects, including occupied

Qualifications

• Experience managing construction projects with multiple subcontractors, schedules, budgets and change orders.
• Experience with public-sector, municipal, public works or educational construction projects preferred.
• Knowledge of design-bid-build procurement, competitive public bidding and RFQ processes.
• Strong scheduling, budget control, subcontractor coordination and project documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage CM fee proposals, general conditions estimates and reimbursable cost budgets.
• Solicit, distribute and level subcontractor bid packages for complete coverage.
• Coordinate with self-perform estimators to integrate scopes into overall estimates, budgets and schedules.
• Conduct site visits and pre-bid walks, develop clear scopes of work.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, respond to bidder questions, review addenda.
• Evaluate project estimates against funding and advise on alternates and value-engineering.

Skills

Project management

Subcontractor coordination

Budget control

Scheduling

Communication skills

Public sector experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Sage Construction Management

Assignar

Microsoft Office

Job description

LMM is growing and looking for an experienced Project Manager/Estimator to help lead public-sector construction projects across Michigan.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys being involved from preconstruction through project closeout—developing estimates and bid packages, coordinating subcontractors, managing schedules and budgets, and serving as a key point of contact for owners and project stakeholders.

You’ll work alongside LMM's in-house electrical, mechanical, and rigging/millwright teams, bringing together self-perform and subcontracted scopes to successfully deliver complex public-sector projects.

We’re looking for someone who understands construction, knows how to keep multiple moving pieces organized, and is comfortable taking ownership of projects in active, often occupied environments.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and manage CM fee proposals, general conditions estimates and reimbursable cost budgets.
• Solicit, distribute and level subcontractor bid packages to ensure complete and comparable scope coverage.
• Coordinate with LMM’s self-perform estimators to integrate electrical, mechanical, and rigging/millwright scopes into overall project estimates, budgets and schedules.
• Conduct site visits and pre-bid walks and develop clear scopes of work.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, respond to bidder questions and review project addenda.
• Evaluate project estimates against available funding and recommend alternates, allowances, value-engineering opportunities and unit pricing.
• Develop procurement plans consistent with public-agency requirements and drive subcontractor buyout through award. Project Manager - Public Sector…

Project Management & Execution

• Serve as LMM’s day-to-day representative for project coordination, working closely with owners, subcontractors, design professionals, utilities and internal teams.
• Manage subcontracts, submittals, RFIs, change proposals and pay applications.
• Maintain project schedules across subcontractor and self-perform work, identify critical-path impacts and recommend recovery plans when needed.
• Track project costs against budget and review subcontractor change orders for scope, quantity and pricing accuracy.
• Coordinate project phasing to minimize disruption to occupied facilities, public access and site safety.
• Coordinate permits, inspections and requirements with building departments, fire marshals, utilities and other regulatory agencies.
• Lead and document project progress meetings and maintain organized, audit-ready documentation through project closeout. Project Manager - Public Sector…

What We’re Looking For

• Experience managing construction projects involving multiple subcontractors, schedules, budgets and change orders.
• Experience with public-sector, municipal, public works or educational construction projects strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of design-bid-build procurement, competitive public bidding and purchasing/RFQ processes.
• Strong understanding of construction scheduling, budget control, subcontractor coordination and project documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal estimating and field teams across multiple trades.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and confidence interacting directly with owners, design professionals, subcontractors and public agencies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction estimating/project management software; experience with Sage Construction Management, Assignar or similar platforms is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related field preferred; equivalent construction experience will be considered.
• OSHA 30 or equivalent safety credential preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites throughout Michigan as needed.
• Flexibility to adjust your schedule around project needs and occupied-facility construction windows. Project Manager - Public Sector…

Why LMM?

At LMM, you’ll have the opportunity to take real ownership of your projects while working alongside an experienced team with in-house electrical, mechanical, and rigging/millwright capabilities.

We’re looking for someone who wants more than simply managing a schedule—someone who enjoys solving problems, building relationships, improving project outcomes and playing an important role in the continued growth of the organization.

LMM offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
• Company vehicle and gas card
• 401(k)
• Employee ownership through LMM’s ESOP