EXCAVATION PROJECT MANAGER/ESTIMATOR - Gpac

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management:

• Lead and manage excavation projects, ensuring all activities are executed according to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinate daily activities, including site preparation, excavation, grading, and trenching operations.
• Manage project teams, subcontractors, and equipment, ensuring tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
• Oversee project timelines, ensuring milestones and deadlines are met.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with safety regulations and company safety policies.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Address and resolve issues and changes in scope as they arise, ensuring proper documentation and approval.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure the quality of work and compliance with specifications.

Estimating:

• Review and analyze project drawings, specifications, and bid documents to prepare accurate cost estimates for excavation and grading work.
• Solicit and evaluate bids from subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to ensure competitive pricing.
• Prepare detailed cost breakdowns, including labor, materials, equipment, and overhead.
• Provide cost analysis, project timelines, and risk assessments to clients and internal teams.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, value engineering, and efficiency improvements during the estimating process.
• Assist with the preparation of project bids, proposals, and contract negotiations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in excavation project management and estimating.
• Strong knowledge of excavation methods, equipment, and materials.
• Proven experience with construction project estimating, budgeting, and cost control.
• In-depth understanding of project management principles, scheduling, and safety regulations.
• Familiarity with construction software (e.g., Procore, BuilderTrend, or similar).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience with municipal and large-scale excavation projects.
• OSHA 30-hour or similar safety certifications.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.