Estimator Project Manager

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Estimator Project ManagerJob Description We are seeking an experienced Estimator Project Manager with a strong background in civil construction estimation and project management. The ideal candidate will be responsible for seeking and completing bid opportunities, estimating projects, managing bid pricing, and coordinating pre-construction meetings. This role requires a proactive individual who can effectively communicate and coordinate between project managers, field, and office support teams to ensure successful project execution. Responsibilities + Seek out and complete bid opportunities through client relationships, networking opportunities, public/private postings, assigned bid opportunities, and other means. + Estimate projects for bid submittal by reviewing plans and specifications, calculating quantities, performing takeoffs, gathering subcontractor quotes and submittals, constructing the bid package, and creating the bid submittal. + Manage bid pricing from all vendors. + Qualify all subcontractor and supplier quotes ensuring that the quantities and pricing are accurate per the bid documents. + Coordinate pre-construction meetings for awarded projects to ensure communication and coordination between project managers, field, and office support. + Identify, quantify, and communicate potential production and cost uncertainties to ensure all risks are understood and addressed. + Perform accurate and consistent take-offs from project drawings. + Develop and maintain lasting relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers. + Estimate and manage multiple projects. + Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, subcontractor management, budgeting, scheduling, quality control, and project closeout. + Obtain necessary permits and licensing. + Handle financial budgeting, ongoing processing, tracking, and reporting. + Manage costs by tracking labor, equipment, and materials. + Coordinate billing with the Accountant to ensure accuracy of invoicing, preparation of payables, accounts receivable collections, approval of accounts payable, and management of over/under billing monthly. + Use appropriate resources to troubleshoot any project issues. + Seek approval for all project change orders before work begins and manage changes to maintain profitability. Essential Skills + College degree or related field + 5+ years of experience in civil construction estimation + Proficiency in Microsoft Office + Experience in estimating software, BDw preferred Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with estimation, construction, project management, construction management, budgeting, and estimating software + Knowledge of civil construction, RFIs, submittal drawings, construction estimating, commercial construction, blueprints, pricing, preconstruction, and quoting Work Environment This role is primarily office-based, with occasional site visits. The work environment is steady and supportive, stemming from a family-owned business with over 60 years of history. It offers a healthy work environment and the opportunity to work on diverse and engaging projects. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Wilmington, DE. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $130000.00/yr. full scale benefits, bonus options Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Wilmington,DE. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 25, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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