Job Description

Project Manager/Estimator– Heavy Civil Construction

Everett, WA

Our client is a local, privately owned, full-service heavy civil contractor supporting private commercial/residential development projects throughout the greater Seattle area. They’re looking to add a motivated Estimator/Project Manager to help win work and lead projects through completion.

This role focuses on mass excavation, grading, and sewer/water utility installation. You’ll drive the bid process end-to-end—takeoffs, pricing, subcontractor/vendor buyout, schedules, and budgets—and then manage awarded projects to successful closeout.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience estimating and project managing dirt work, utilities, and mass grading. This is a deadline-driven role where critical thinking and attention to detail are essential.

Project Manager/Estimator Key Responsibilities:

• Lead estimates for dirt work, mass grading, excavation, and site utility projects.
• Compile takeoffs, pricing, and bid packages; solicit and evaluate subcontractor/vendor bids.
• Build/validate budgets and schedules; review plans/specs to confirm scope and risk.
• Support project execution: planning, cost tracking, subcontractor coordination, and schedule management.
• Coordinate with field leadership to meet deadlines and quality expectations.
• Manage documentation and billing support in coordination with accounting.
• Maintain strong client relationships and help identify/secure repeat work.
  

Project Manager/Estimator Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management and estimating for underground utilities and structures, earthwork and mass grading.
• Experience with HCSS HeavyBid, Bluebeam, and/or Procore.
• Construction Management Degree or equivalent a plus, but not required.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret contracts, plans and technical reports.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Company Benefits:

• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision for employees
• 401(k) with 2% match
• 2+ weeks PTO (based on experience) + 6 paid holidays

Compensation: $120,000 - $150,000+ (DOE)