Senior Project Manager & Estimator - Paving & Sitework

Delaware Valley Paving; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Florida Coastal Paving, a Delaware Valley Paving Company, is seeking an experienced Project Manager / Estimator to join our team in Tampa, Florida. This role combines pre-construction estimating with post-award project management for asphalt paving, sitework, and roadway construction.

You will lead bids, develop cost estimates, coordinate subcontractors, manage schedules and budgets, and serve as the primary contact for clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in estimating, project management, or a combination of both in asphalt paving, roadway construction, sitework, or related field.
• Strong understanding of paving operations, methods, scheduling, and cost controls.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specs, and contract documents.
• Experience preparing bids, estimates, and project budgets.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from contract award through final completion and closeout.
• Coordinate startup activities, schedules, staffing, subcontractors, equipment, and material procurement.
• Monitor budgets, costs, profitability, and production.
• Review contracts, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project docs.
• Serve as primary contact for customers, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Conduct site visits and meetings to ensure quality, safety, schedule, and budget goals.

Skills

Project management

Estimating

Bidding & cost control

Communication

Reading construction drawings

Negotiation

MS Office

Construction management software

Travel-ready

Tools

Estimating software

ERP systems

Construction management software

Job description

Florida Coastal Paving

Location: Tampa Florida (In-Person Position)

Travel Required: Yes

Experience Required: 5+ Years

Position Overview

Florida Coastal Paving, a Delaware Valley Paving Company, is seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager / Estimator to join our growing team. This position combines both pre-construction estimating responsibilities and post-award project management duties. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in asphalt paving, sitework, roadway construction, or related construction disciplines and possess the ability to successfully manage projects from bid through completion.

This is a highly visible role that requires strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and leadership skills. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and traveling as needed to support operations and client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Pre-Construction

• Review and interpret plans at all stages of development, from conceptual and budgetary designs to fully detailed construction documents.
• Prepare accurate and comprehensive cost estimates, including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and production rates.
• Solicit, evaluate, and qualify vendor and subcontractor proposals.
• Analyze project specifications, scopes of work, schedules, and risk factors to determine bid feasibility.
• Compile and evaluate data affecting project costs, including labor rates, material pricing, equipment requirements, logistics, and location-specific factors.
• Prepare and submit competitive bids and proposals within required deadlines.
• Assist with contract negotiations and review project agreements.
• Maintain estimating databases, cost histories, and bid documentation.
  
  
  

Project Management

• Manage projects from contract award through final completion and closeout.
• Coordinate project startup activities, schedules, staffing plans, subcontractors, equipment, and material procurement.
• Monitor project budgets, costs, profitability, and production performance.
• Review and manage project contracts, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Conduct project site visits and meetings to ensure quality, safety, schedule, and budget objectives are achieved.
• Identify project risks and develop proactive solutions to mitigate issues.
• Track project progress and provide regular status updates to leadership.
• Support invoicing, collections, and project financial reporting activities.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards.
  
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Manage multiple bids and projects concurrently while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Support strategic growth initiatives and special assignments as directed by leadership.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and industry partners.
• Assist in developing and improving estimating and project management processes and procedures.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in estimating, project management, or a combination of both within asphalt paving, roadway construction, sitework, heavy civil construction, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of paving operations, construction methods, project scheduling, and cost controls.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Experience preparing bids, estimates, and project budgets.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software.
• Experience with estimating software and ERP systems is preferred.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel as needed throughout Florida and surrounding markets.
  
  
  

Requirements

• Ability to work in-person from a Florida Coastal Paving office location.
• Ability to travel regularly to project sites, customer meetings, pre-bid meetings, and company locations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization
• Opportunity to work on high-profile paving and construction projects throughout the region