Senior Project Manager/Estimator - Earthwork

VEIT; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A construction management company in Wisconsin is seeking a Senior Project Manager/Estimator to lead large projects from bid finalization to completion. The role requires over 15 years of experience in managing complex projects, strong communication skills, and the ability to maintain compliance with company standards. The candidate will be responsible for project direction, budgeting, and client relations. A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans is offered.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of estimating and managing large complex projects experience.
• Good communication skills—both oral and written.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret policies and legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Finalize client and public entity estimates and proposals.
• Provide overall management direction to multiple projects.
• Communicate with project owners and general contractors.

Skills

Communication skills

Mathematical skills

Relationship building

Knowledge of project management software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Viewpoint Vista

HCSS construction software

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Project Manager/Estimator’s primary duty is to finalize bids and secure projects. Once awarded, the Senior Project Manager/Estimator provides overall management direction of contract work from start to finish—including scheduling, cost containment, monitoring progress, compliance, and client contact. The role is responsible for overall direction of large revenue projects for the group, establishes project objectives, and prepares and coordinates the preparation of full estimates on large complex work.

A Day in the Life

• Responsible for finalizing client and public entity estimates and proposals.
• Seek out and complete bid opportunities for the company through client relationships, network opportunities, public/private postings, and assigned bid opportunities.
• Prepare and coordinate full estimates on large complex work, including reviewing plans and specifications, calculating quantities, gathering quotes and submittals, constructing the bid, and creating the bid submittal.
• Provide overall management direction to multiple projects, establishing project directives, coordinating pre‑construction meetings for awarded projects to ensure communication and coordination between project managers, field, and office support. Work with operations staff to coordinate appropriate construction methods and staffing needs.
• Obtain necessary permits and licensing.
• Manage costs by tracking labor and materials.
• Manage billing with Project Coordinators to ensure accuracy of invoicing, preparation of payables, accounts receivable collections; approve accounts payable in a timely manner and manage over/under billing monthly.
• Communicate and work with appropriate staff to meet all EEO/DBE project requirements.
• Ensure all aspects of the project are met safely, on/under budget, and within the appropriate time frame allowed.
• Use appropriate resources to troubleshoot any project issues that may arise.
• Seek approval for all project change orders (before work is completed) and manage changes to the scope of work to maintain profitability.
• Coordinate 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.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with current clients; create relationships with potential future clients.
• Assure that Veit’s Leadership is informed on all matters of relative importance.
• Supervise Estimator I, Estimator II, and Project Manager/Estimators.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree; 15+ years of estimating and managing large complex projects experience in related scope of work.
• Good communication skills—both oral and written—when working with all levels of management, employees, external vendors, and other business associates.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions; knowledge of standard conversions used in the construction industry.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret policies, reports, and legal documents; respond to inquiries or complaints from clients, regulatory agencies, and internal safety complaints; present information to top management, public groups, and/or regulatory agencies.
• Knowledge of bidding and project management software, Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to define problems, collect and document data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; interpret an extensive variety of situations and events and respond accordingly; seek counsel when needed and use a variety of resources.
• Ability to develop and nurture lasting client relationships.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all Veit policies and procedures.
• Working knowledge of Viewpoint Vista and HCSS construction software is preferred.

Other

• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain a satisfactory motor vehicle record.
• Occasional travel and overnight stays to jobsites and client meetings.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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 an office environment with natural and/or fluorescent 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. Employees frequently work 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.

Benefits

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