Project Manager / Estimator - Civil & Site-Development at AlphaX

Columbus, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Estimating, Cost Analysis, Quantity Takeoffs, Scheduling, Resource Allocation, Field Oversight, Safety Compliance, Budget Control, Client Communication, Team Collaboration, Digital Tools, Leadership, Analytical Skills, Quality Standards, Construction Technology

Industry

Software Development

Description

Job Overview We are seeking a highly capable Project Manager / Estimator to lead heavy-civil, sitework, and infrastructure projects from pre-construction through completion. This dual-role position ensures projects are accurately scoped, competitively bid, and delivered on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards. The ideal candidate combines strong estimating expertise with hands-on project management and field oversight. Key Responsibilities Estimating & Pre-Construction Review project plans, drawings, specifications, and scope documents for sitework, earthmoving, utilities, concrete, and paving projects. Prepare detailed cost estimates and bids including materials, labor, equipment, subcontractor scope, overhead, contingencies, and indirect costs. Perform quantity takeoffs for earthwork, concrete, asphalt, utilities, and related civil works. Collaborate with project teams, engineers, and clients to clarify scope and propose value-engineering alternatives. Maintain cost and historical pricing records to improve estimating accuracy. Project Planning & Scheduling Develop project execution plans, timelines, resource allocations, procurement schedules, and logistics plans. Coordinate equipment, crews, subcontractors, and suppliers for timely project execution. Utilize digital tools to plan, track, and monitor work progress. Project Execution & On-Site Management Supervise field operations to ensure adherence to plans, specifications, safety protocols, and quality standards. Monitor project progress, address on-site issues or scope changes, and implement corrective actions. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry best practices. Budget Control & Reporting Track actual versus estimated costs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors. Manage change orders and communicate impacts on cost or schedule to stakeholders. Maintain project documentation including daily reports, progress updates, field logs, equipment logs, and close-out records. Client & Stakeholder Communication Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, subcontractors, inspectors, and internal teams. Present bids, clarify scope and assumptions, and support bid negotiations. Coordinate across internal teams to align pre-construction plans with field execution. 5+ years of experience in heavy-civil, site-development, earthwork, utilities, concrete, paving, or similar civil construction projects. Proficiency in reading and interpreting civil/site plans, drawings, and specifications. Strong estimating skills including quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, bid preparation, and cost control. Solid project management, scheduling, and resource allocation experience. Familiarity with modern construction technology, including GPS-equipped equipment, digital documentation, and field mobility tools. Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Strong financial and analytical skills for budgeting, cost tracking, and profitability analysis. Commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork. Valid driver’s license with ability to visit and manage field job sites. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Short and Long Term Disability Policies Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Policies Paid Holidays Birth Recovery and Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities Student Loan Repayment Assistance 401k Profit Sharing and Match Performance Bonus Program Wellness Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Company Wellness Program

Responsibilities

The Project Manager / Estimator will lead heavy-civil, sitework, and infrastructure projects from pre-construction through completion, ensuring projects are accurately scoped and delivered on time and within budget. Responsibilities include estimating costs, project planning, on-site management, and client communication.