Project Manager / Estimator - Heavy Civil Excavation
gpac · Portland, OR · 2 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time
I'm partnering with an established heavy civil contractor that has been serving the Western Oregon market for over four decades. They are looking to add an experienced Project Manager / Estimator to their excavation division. This position will be responsible for estimating and managing civil construction projects from initial bid through final completion.
Responsibilities
- Prepare estimates for excavation and heavy civil projects
- Perform quantity takeoffs for earthwork, grading, utilities, and site development
- Review plans, specifications, and bid documents
- Develop labor, equipment, material, and subcontractor pricing
- Manage awarded projects from preconstruction through closeout
- Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets
- Track job costs, production, forecasting, and project profitability
- Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and documentation
- Coordinate closely with Superintendents and field crews
- Maintain relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors
- Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget
Requirements
- 5+ years of Project Management and/or Estimating experience in heavy civil construction
- Strong experience with excavation, earthwork, grading, underground utilities, and civil site work
- Experience estimating and managing public and private civil projects
- Oregon/Pacific Northwest construction experience preferred
- Ability to read and interpret civil plans and specifications
- Strong understanding of equipment, crew production, and heavy civil construction methods
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Retirement benefits
- Paid time off
- Long-term career growth
- Opportunity to join an established contractor with 40+ years serving Western Oregon