Project Manager/Estimator (Heavy Civil)

KE&G Construction, Inc.

$75K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of project management experience in infrastructure and utilities
  • Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, and scopes of work
  • Experience with Job Order Contracts (JOC) is preferred
  • Familiarity with wastewater and water treatment processes
  • Ability to mentor and guide junior team members
  • Longevity and proven dedication to past roles

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and submit accurate project estimates in line with contract specifications
  • Conduct risk analysis to identify potential issues before project commencement
  • Manage and support project teams, ensuring effective communication among all stakeholders
  • Track job costs and provide timely monthly forecasts to keep projects on budget
  • Mentor Project Engineers and guide them in reviewing pay applications and change orders
  • Conduct project hand-offs and maintain records for project closeout
  • Participate in project meetings to discuss safety, quality, and productivity

Benefits

  • Mentorship opportunities aimed at professional growth
  • Engaging and innovative work environment
  • Potential for significant career advancement
  • Exposure to a variety of projects in infrastructure and utility sectors
  • Balanced work between office and field environments with varied tasks
Full Job Description
Project Manager/Estimator in our Southern Arizona Division.

Our Project Managers experience a challenging and growth-focused work environment that encourages innovation, mentorship, and continuous development. This role is ideal for someone looking to make a significant impact-on projects, people, and their own career

What You'll Be Doing:

Project Estimator Duties (Include but are not limited to):

  • Innovative and Creative Approach to Building Projects
    • Risk analysis
    • Prepare and submit estimates in compliance with contract documents
    • Complete understanding of the plans, specs, and scope of work
    • Mentor and supervise Project Engineers/Assistant Estimators with:
      • RFP's to subs and vendors
      • Coordinate Quantity Take-Offs
      • Subcontractor and Vendor quotes review
      • Prepare and attend project hand-off meeting

Project Manager Duties (Include but are not limited to):
  1. Manage Project - Team Support - Assist All (KE&G, Subs, Owners, Etc.)
    • Attend project meetings
    • Discuss safety, quality, schedule, and productivity with the Team
    • Job cost tracking & monthly forecast
    • Prepare and submit pay application
    • Finalize unresolved issues
    • Mentor and supervise Project Engineers with:
      • Review Sub Pay Apps
      • Prepare and submit change orders
      • RFI's
      • Project Closeout documents required by owner & KE&G
    • All other duties assigned. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
  • Infrastructure: Highways, roadways, and bridges, underground utilities, earthwork, concrete, and paving.
  • Utilities: Wastewater treatment plants, booster treatment plants, water treatment plants, and reservoir rehabilitation
  • Job Order Contracts (JOC): Experience with JOC projects preferred
  • Development: Site development and related infrastructure work
  • Experience with asphalt is a plus
  • Demonstrated longevity in previous roles

Physical Demands & Work Environment
  • Regularly required to sit, use hands, talk/hear, and operate computers.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and navigate active construction sites.
  • Work both in office and field environments; outdoors in varied weather conditions.
  • Exposure to dust, machinery, noise, uneven terrain, and site-related conditions.
  • Occasional extended hours may be necessary to meet project deadlines.

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