Civil Construction Project Manager / Estimator

We are looking for a motivated Civil Construction Project Manager / Estimator to oversee daily operations on commercial projects, manage field teams, and help us put together solid project estimates

Whether you are an experienced Foreman, Superintendent, Project Manager, or Estimator ready for the next challenge, we want to hear from you!

About Us:

Founded in 1946, Central Plumbing, Heating, Excavation (Central) has established itself as a trusted leader in the construction industry. What started as a small family-owned plumbing business has grown into a thriving, employee-owned enterprise with locations in Belgrade and Great Falls, MT. Today, we proudly employ a skilled and dedicated team across three trades throughout Central Montana, with a true commitment to safety and quality in everything we do!

Responsibilities:

Project Management:

• Review contracts to verify scope of work and pricing accuracy.

• Negotiate and draft contracts for sub-contractors.

• Procure and track materials to ensure timely delivery and budget compliance.

• Oversee the submittal process, ensuring all required documentation is completed and approved.

• Develop and coordinate project pre-planning activities, including the preparation of project manuals, conducting pre-construction meetings, creating foreman's manuals, managing buy-out of equipment and materials, and obtaining necessary permits.

• Maintain project schedules to ensure timely completion, i.e. manpower, material delivery, sub-contractors.

• Oversee project billing processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

• Interpret construction contracts, subcontracts, drawings, and specifications to ensure project compliance.

• Negotiate and manage change orders to control project scope and costs.

• Review and schedule warranties to ensure proper coverage and timely execution.

• Coordinate project close-out activities, including documentation and final inspections.

• Communicate effectively with the general project manager or project owner/owner's representative, as applicable.

• Collaborate with the project engineer to facilitate project execution.

• Prioritize employee and jobsite safety.

• Update monthly man-hours report.

• Monitor and manage job site equipment rentals to optimize usage and cost.

• Provide exceptional customer service and foster ongoing client relationships.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with owners, general contractors, architects, engineers, and employees to support project success.

Estimator:

• Apply estimating skills as directed and scheduled by management, collaborating with the design/build team to develop accurate budgets based on written narratives, utilizing current estimating software.

• Engage vendors and subcontractors for participation in estimated projects, in accordance with company policies and management guidance.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with owners, general contractors, architects, engineers, and employees to support project success.

• Coordinate with Operations and Project Managers to provide estimate turnover information necessary for project execution.

• Monitor and analyze bid win/loss rates to inform future estimating strategies.

• Support project managers with pricing change orders and other project change directives.

• Provide data that meets accounting requirements to allow analysis of job performance goals.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

• Field experience as a foreman or superintendent in civil construction or similar field, with readiness to take on project management and estimating responsibilities.

• Proven experience as a project manager or estimator within civil construction or a similar field.

• Strong understanding of civil construction processes gained through hands-on experience.

• Demonstrated ability to lead field teams.

• Familiarity with industry standards, safety regulations, and civil construction best practices.

Skills & Abilities:

• Administrative skills to identify business challenges and develop effective responses, actions, and strategies to support company success.

• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to quickly learn new software, including accounting and project management programs.

• Ethical and professional interaction with customers and employees.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills for building relationships and negotiating.

• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize, delegate, and meet deadlines while working independently or as part of a team.

• Goal-oriented and results-driven.

• Ability to perform job duties safely.

• Ability to review and monitor job cost and labor management.