Project Manager / Estimator - Heavy Civil Construction
Project Manager / Estimator - Heavy Civil Construction
Location: Billings, MT
Salary: $110,000 - $140,000 Base Salary + Performance Bonus
Lead Heavy Civil Projects Across Montana
A well-established heavy civil general contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager / Estimator to join its team in Billings, Montana. This is an excellent opportunity for a construction professional who enjoys both the operational and preconstruction sides of the business while working on impactful infrastructure projects throughout the region.
The successful candidate will be responsible for estimating, planning, managing, and delivering heavy civil projects while maintaining strong relationships with owners, subcontractors, suppliers, and field personnel.
Responsibilities
- Prepare competitive estimates and bid proposals for heavy civil projects.
- Analyze plans, specifications, and contract documents.
- Develop project budgets, schedules, and work plans.
- Manage multiple projects from award through closeout.
- Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and field operations.
- Track costs, production, and project performance.
- Negotiate change orders and manage contract administration.
- Mentor project engineers and support field leadership.
- Maintain strong client relationships and assist with business development efforts.
- Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
Experience Needed
- Experience managing heavy civil construction projects as a Project Manager, Estimator, or PM/Estimator.
- Background working on earthwork, excavation, grading, utilities, site development, transportation, roadway, bridge, or infrastructure projects.
- Experience preparing estimates and managing projects simultaneously.
- Familiarity with self-perform construction operations.
- Strong understanding of subcontractor management and procurement.
- Experience preparing quantity takeoffs, bid packages, and cost analyses.
- Proven ability to manage project schedules, budgets, and forecasting.
- Experience working directly with owners, engineers, and public agencies.
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- 5+ years of heavy civil construction experience.
- Strong estimating and project management capabilities.
- Proficiency with HCSS, HeavyBid, Agtek, Bluebeam, Bid2Win, or similar estimating software.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Strong understanding of heavy civil means and methods.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.
Benefits Included
- Competitive base salary of $110,000 - $140,000.
- Annual performance bonus opportunities.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with generous company match.
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
- Company-paid life and disability insurance.
- PTO, paid holidays, and sick leave.
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- Stable backlog of local and regional heavy civil projects.
- Opportunity to work with a respected contractor that values employee growth and long-term success.
Why Join?
This is an opportunity to join a growing heavy civil contractor with a strong reputation throughout Montana. You'll play a key role in both winning and delivering complex infrastructure projects while enjoying a high level of autonomy, a strong team culture, and a clear path for career advancement.
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