Pay: $110,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Job description:
Project Manager/Estimator – Heavy Civil Construction
Sacramento, CA | 110K–$180K DOE + Bonus + Benefits
Are you an experienced Project Manager/Estimator with a background in self-performing heavy civil contractors specializing in excavation, wet utilities, grading, and paving?
If you’re ready to take on complex projects and lead high-performing teams, we have an excellent opportunity for you in Sacramento, California.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary: $110,000–$180,000 DOE
- Annual Bonus Program
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
- Company Vehicle or Allowance (plus fuel card)
- Relocation Assistance available for the right candidate
- Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement with a respected heavy civil contractor
What You’ll Do
As a Project Manager, you will oversee the full life cycle of heavy civil construction projects—both public and private—ranging from $50M and up.
Your key responsibilities include:
- Leading and mentoring a team of Project Engineers and field management staff
- Managing subcontractors and client relationships effectively
- Full P&L ownership, including cost control and risk management
- Pre-construction planning, project set-up, scheduling, and safety oversight
- Driving projects to successful, on-time, and on-budget completion
What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years’ experience managing heavy civil projects with a focus on wet utilities, excavation, grading, and paving
- Proven track record of managing self-perform forces and delivering projects exceeding $50M
- BS in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (preferred)
- Familiarity with Caltrans projects (a plus)
- Proficiency in industry software: HCSS, Bluebeam, P6, Agtek, Bid2Win, Trimble, etc.
As an Estimator, this role is pivotal in driving our success in excavation, wet utilities, grading, and paving projects. If you have a passion for precision and enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
- Review blueprints, specifications, and project documents to prepare detailed cost estimates.
- Use industry-standard software such as HeavyBid and Bluebeam for takeoffs, pricing, and tracking.
- Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Engineers, and field teams to gather critical data for accurate bids.
- Conduct site visits to evaluate project requirements, site conditions, and potential challenges.
- Solicit and negotiate pricing from subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitive bids.
- Prepare comprehensive estimate reports with detailed breakdowns for labor, materials, equipment, and overhead.
- Assist in developing preliminary project schedules aligned with estimate timelines.
- Monitor and analyze project costs post-award to support budget adherence and continuous improvement.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience as an Estimator in the heavy civil construction industry.
- Proficiency with HeavyBid, Bluebeam, and other estimating tools.
- Solid understanding of excavation, wet utilities, grading, and paving operations.
- Strong cost control expertise and a detail-oriented approach to estimating.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills for working with subcontractors and vendors.
- Ability to interpret complex technical data and specifications.
- Experience managing multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
Schedule
- Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 8-hour shifts
- Location: Sacramento, CA (On-site role)
Application Questions
- How many years of experience do you have managing heavy civil projects for a self-performing contractor?
- Are you experienced with wet utilities, grading, and paving?
- Are you able to commute or relocate to Sacramento, CA?
Join Us
If you’re ready to advance your career with a contractor that values your expertise and offers robust growth opportunities, apply today!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Company truck
- Dental insurance
- Fuel card
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- How many years experience do you have managing wet utilities, grading, paving projects for a self performing contractor?
Ability to Commute:
- Sacramento, CA (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- How many years experience do you have working for a self performing heavy civil contractor?
Ability to Commute:
- Sacramento, CA 95830 (Required)
Work Location: In perso
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