Project Manager/Estimator

Job Description

Why is This a Great Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to join a financially strong and rapidly growing construction firm with a balanced portfolio of general contracting and heavy utility infrastructure work. The organization has experienced significant revenue growth over the past several years and is positioned for continued expansion through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions.

The company is actively building leadership depth to support this next phase of growth. This role offers direct visibility to executive leadership and the opportunity to play a meaningful role in expanding key public utility and municipal relationships.

Additional highlights include:
• Exposure to infrastructure expansion initiatives within municipal and utility sectors
• Opportunity to contribute to operational improvements and margin enhancement
• Involvement in future acquisition activity and integration as the company grows
• Access to mentorship from experienced financial leadership
• Commitment to maintaining reasonable work hours (generally 40–45 per week) with appropriate staffing support
• Strong benefits package including company-paid family medical coverage, 4% 401(k) match, and negotiable PTO
This role is well-suited for a project management professional seeking growth, stability, and long-term leadership opportunity within a scaling organization.

Job Description:

The Project Manager / Estimator will oversee projects from preconstruction through closeout, with a primary focus on municipal, underground utility, and infrastructure-related work. This individual will support business development efforts by preparing competitive bids, securing projects, and managing execution to ensure profitability and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:
• Develop detailed cost estimates, proposals, and bid submissions
• Manage awarded projects through all phases including planning, procurement, scheduling, field coordination, and closeout
• Oversee underground utility and infrastructure work including sewer, water, electrical duct banks, vaults, boring, and concrete structures
• Coordinate with superintendents, field crews, subcontractors, and inspectors
• Maintain and grow relationships with municipal agencies, utility providers, and related stakeholders
• Monitor job costs, project budgets, schedules, and financial performance
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and margins
• Support company growth initiatives within public infrastructure sectors

Project exposure may include:
• Municipal sewer and water infrastructure
• Public utility underground projects
• Concrete restoration and rehabilitation
• Bridge and box culvert work
• Electrical utility underground installations

This position requires a hands-on leadership approach and strong collaboration with field operations teams.

Qualifications:

• 2–8+ years of experience in construction project management and estimating (senior-level experience encouraged to apply)
• Demonstrated experience bidding and managing municipal or utility-related projects
• Knowledge of underground infrastructure, utility installation, concrete repair/restoration, or related heavy civil work
• Experience working with public entities, inspectors, and regulatory agencies
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to manage budgets and maintain profitability
• Proficiency in construction management and estimating software
• Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)

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Since 1985 – Accounting Recruitment Experts
Accounting Career Consultants has been providing direct-hire, consulting, and temporary placement services since 1985.
Locally owned with a national reach. We offer the flexibility of a local staffing company combined with the resources of a larger firm. We are committed to developing long-term relationships with both our candidates and clients. We take the time to learn what is important to our candidates and our clients to help ensure a good fit for all parties.
Awards & Recognition:
2019 Forbes America’s Best 250 Professional Search Firms List-Ranked #63
St. Louis Business Journal Fastest-Growing Private Companies
2017 St. Louis Business Journal Largest Temporary Staffing Firms
& 2019 Future 50 Award winner by the St. Louis Small Business Monthly (Celebrating The Area's Top Growing Businesses)

Since 1985 – Accounting Recruitment Experts\r Accounting Career Consultants has been providing direct-hire, consulting, and temporary placement services since 1985.\r Locally owned with a national reach. We offer the flexibility of a local staffing company combined with the resources of a larger firm. We are committed to developing long-term relationships with both our candidates and clients. We take the time to learn what is important to our candidates and our clients to help ensure a good fit for all parties.\r \r Awards & Recognition:\r 2019 Forbes America’s Best 250 Professional Search Firms List-Ranked #63\r St. Louis Business Journal Fastest-Growing Private Companies\r 2017 St. Louis Business Journal Largest Temporary Staffing Firms\r & 2019 Future 50 Award winner by the St. Louis Small Business Monthly (Celebrating The Area's Top Growing Businesses)