Transportation Project Manager / Estimator (RF)

Transportation Project Manager / Estimator

The Transportation Project Manager/Estimator plays a critical role in the successful execution and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. This position entails overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of projects, focusing on infrastructure developments such as roads, bridges, and public transit systems. Given the complexity and scale of these projects, the individual will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineers, architects, contractors, and clients. The Transportation Project Manager/Estimator will utilize their expertise in cost estimation and project management to develop accurate budgets, manage project timelines, and mitigate risks. This role also involves monitoring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, making it essential for the organization to ensure quality and efficiency in transportation projects. Overall, this position is pivotal in enhancing transportation infrastructure, satisfying client expectations, and contributing directly to community development.

Job Summary

• We seek a meticulous, thorough, and organized Construction Project Manager Estimator to join our growing team in the Department of Transportation division. Your primary responsibilities will be project management functions, accurate cost estimates, research products, report preparation, and forecast monitoring. You will also oversee communications with your clients and conduct risk assessments.
• To be successful in this position, you need to be analytically minded and a great problem solver. We are seeking applicants with excellent communication and people skills. Additionally, you need to have strong organizational and time management skills.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Minimum education level of a bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
• The ideal candidate will have at least 3-5 years of experience in bridge and road construction estimation and be knowledgeable of project management principles.
• Understanding of construction methods, materials, and costs
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and specifications.
• Ability to budget, schedule, negotiate, and control costs.
• A high degree of familiarity with contract and subcontract documents, terms, and conditions
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with Self-Performing or Specialty Contractor
• Experience in sales/marketing a plus.
• Strong leadership and management skills
  
  

Technology

• Proficient with Microsoft Software- Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Proficient in project management software (Procore, Bluebeam)
  
  

Work Environment

• As a Project Manager Estimator, the employee will be subject to an office and job site/field setting. Work environments may include but are not limited to the following: seasonal temperatures, high spaces, small spaces, loud and frequent noises, standing/walking and indoor/outdoor settings.
  
  

Travel

• To and from job sites is required.
  
  

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