Senior Project Manager & Estimator — Heavy Civil

High Country Search Group; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

High Country Search Group in Gillette, WY is seeking a Senior Project Manager & Estimator to lead heavy civil and municipal infrastructure projects. This dual-role combines hands-on estimating with full lifecycle project execution, taking ownership of planning, budgets, schedules, and team development.

You will guide bids for heavy highway, municipal and utility work, oversee field coordination, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience leading heavy highway, municipal, or commercial construction projects.
• 3+ years supervisory experience with hiring, mentoring, and accountability.
• Strong background in hard bidding, quantity take-offs, and competitive bid submission.
• Proficiency with industry software such as HCSS, Bluebeam Revu, MS Project, and standard office software.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Lead hard bid processes, assemble accurate cost estimates, respond to bid requests, and oversee total project bidding for heavy highway, municipal, and utility infrastructure projects.
• Manage projects from pre-construction through final closeout, overseeing schedules, subcontracts, material orders, and equipment needs.
• Take full ownership of job costs, profitability, revenue forecasting, billing, and margin tracking; review goals with leadership and implement cost-reduction strategies.
• Direct and mentor project managers, estimators, and field staff; coordinate daily operations with Superintendents, subcontractors, suppliers, and client representatives.
• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure full compliance with OSHA, EPA, and state environmental and safety regulations.

Skills

Estimating & bidding

Project leadership

Team mentoring

Regulatory compliance

Cost control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

HCSS

Bluebeam Revu

MS Project

Job description

High Country Search Group in Gillette, WY is seeking a Senior Project Manager & Estimator to lead heavy civil and municipal infrastructure projects. This dual-role combines hands-on estimating with full lifecycle project execution, taking ownership of planning, budgets, schedules, and team development.

You will guide bids for heavy highway, municipal and utility work, oversee field coordination, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.