Senior Construction PM & Estimator

Kelly Professional & Industrial; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Professional & Industrial seeks an experienced Senior Project Manager/Estimator to lead estimating efforts and manage major earthwork and site construction projects from bid to completion. You will drive competitive bids, establish project strategies, build client relationships, and provide hands-on leadership across pre-construction, mobilization, and execution phases.

The role combines business development, estimating, project management, and financial oversight, with mentoring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related discipline is preferred; equivalent industry experience will be considered.
• 10+ years of relevant construction experience preferred, with substantial experience in estimating and managing large or complex earthwork/sitework projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction estimating, cost control, budgeting, forecasting, production tracking, and project financial management.
• Experience with OSHA safety practices and OSHA 10 and First Aid/CPR credentials preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and project management software (HCSS, Bluebeam, Procore).

Responsibilities

• Develop and submit accurate, competitive bids and proposals for commercial, industrial, municipal, and other public and private construction opportunities.
• Lead detailed estimating activities, including quantity takeoffs, labor and material pricing, subcontractor and supplier solicitation, cost evaluation, and bid strategy.
• Evaluate project requirements and develop pricing approaches that balance competitiveness, risk, schedule, and profitability.
• Direct multiple projects through pre-construction, mobilization, construction, closeout, and final completion.
• Lead pre-construction planning meetings to establish project expectations, responsibilities, schedules, and communication protocols.
• Coordinate effectively with field personnel, project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, clients, and internal support departments.
• Ensure required permits, licenses, insurance documentation, and other project records are obtained and maintained.
• Track project financial performance, including budgets, labor utilization, production, equipment, materials, and other project-related costs.
• Partner with accounting personnel to oversee project billing, invoicing, collections, cash flow, and monthly financial reporting.
• Review and manage scope changes, pricing adjustments, and change orders while protecting project margins and maintaining alignment with contract requirements.
• Conduct and participate in project meetings, providing clear updates and addressing scheduling, operational, financial, and field‑related issues.
• Identify project risks and opportunities and develop practical solutions to keep work moving forward.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to Estimators and Project Managers to strengthen technical skills, accountability, and project performance.
• Communicate project status, financial results, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership.
• Promote a culture centered on safety, quality workmanship, accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.
• Take on additional responsibilities and special projects as business needs require.

Skills

Estimating leadership

Project management

Mentoring

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, or related discipline

Tools

HCSS

Bluebeam

Procore

Job description

Kelly Professional & Industrial seeks an experienced Senior Project Manager/Estimator to lead estimating efforts and manage major earthwork and site construction projects from bid to completion. You will drive competitive bids, establish project strategies, build client relationships, and provide hands-on leadership across pre-construction, mobilization, and execution phases.

The role combines business development, estimating, project management, and financial oversight, with mentoring