Project Manager / Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Role Summary

Own the full lifecycle of concrete, asphalt paving, and pavement maintenance projects across commercial, municipal, industrial, and residential work — from lead qualification, estimating, and proposals through planning, field execution, change orders, billing, and closeout. Perform accurate takeoffs and estimates; build budgets and schedules; coordinate crews, equipment, materials, trucking, and subcontractors; drive production, quality, safety, customer satisfaction, and profit targets.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Ability and willingness to obtain a DOT medical card.
• Ability to pass a drug test.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, details, and addenda.
• Ability to plan ahead for upcoming projects and bids; strong time-management.
• Ability to orchestrate crews and coordinate labor/equipment efficiently.
• Ability to track and document work, bids, budgets, and progress.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer literacy; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong mathematics and analytical skills.
• Estimating Experience in the construction fields
• Ability to learn and use construction estimating, takeoff, and timekeeping software.
• Understanding of construction practices (sitework, concrete, asphalt, maintenance).
• Professional attitude, confidentiality, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Customer relations and conflict-resolution ability.
• Bonus/Preferred: Equipment knowledge; knowledge of multiple trades; leadership abilities; self-driven work ethic; AutoCAD experience; construction PM certifications; Civil Engineering degree with or without EIT/PE license a plus (non-required); Project Management Professional Certification a plus.

Expanded Key Responsibilities - Estimating

• Qualify incoming leads and RFQs; plan estimating schedule around priority and workload.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for concrete (flatwork, curbs, footers, ADA ramps, walls), asphalt paving (patching, base/binder/wear, overlays), milling, crack sealing, sealcoating, pavement marking and excavation/grading/drainage tie-ins.
• Build complete estimates: labor, equipment, trucking, materials, vendors, subcontractors using company production rates and industry norms.
• Determine crew sizes, equipment lineup, and logical path to completion.
• Identify constraints (access, utilities, traffic control, phasing, weather/seasonality).
• Verify budgets cover labor burden, equipment costs, and overhead; Quality Control (QC) team bid reviews; maintain templates and historical cost data.
• Client communication from RFQ → proposal → award/loss; prepare submittals for awarded projects.

Expanded Key Responsibilities - Project Management

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously; track budgets, schedule, and production.
• Delegate tasks to foremen; mentor field leadership and team members.
• Set project schedules/phasing; coordinate equipment, materials, trucking, and subcontractors.
• Mobilize efficiently to minimize idle time and haul cost; maintain QC for client acceptance.
• Facilitate field → office information flow: daily logs, quantities, crew hours, photos, notes.
• Document unusual events (equipment failure, weather, conflicts) and mitigation.
• Initiate RFIs and change orders promptly; expedite approvals and update budgets/schedules.
• Finalize project values for accurate billing and revenue recognition.
• Professional communication with office, field, clients, and inspectors to drive proactive solutions.
• Closeout: punch lists, as-built quantities, final billing, lessons learned.

Expanded Key Responsibilities - Asphalt & Pavement Maintenance (Field Coordination)

• Plan paving temperature windows; coordinate paver, screed, and breakdown–intermediate–finish rolling patterns.
• Manage trucking flow, haul routes, and tonnage pacing; coordinate traffic control needs.
• Oversee milling operations (depth, slope, speed, trucking) and broom/sweeping.
• Sequence crack sealing, sealcoating cure windows, and striping schedules; tie-in overlays with drainage and curb returns.

People, Communication, and Business Support

• Participate in employee reviews; track performance and attendance; coach for growth.
• Assist HR/leadership with hiring and interviews as needed.
• Collaborate with Estimating Team so field production data improves future bids; provide routine status reports to leadership.

Experience & Skill Tiers

• 0–2 Years (Assistant Hybrid): Learning takeoffs, small COs, documentation.
• 2–4 Years (Competent Hybrid): Manages small/medium jobs; accurate takeoffs; solid documentation; client coordination.
• 4–7 Years (Independent Hybrid): Multiple complex jobs; strong paving/concrete scheduling; budget control; CO pricing and negotiations.
• 7+ Years (Senior Hybrid): Leads major projects; mentors; improves systems, production rates, and standards.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Health Insurance: 65% employer paid.
• 401(k) Safe Harbor Plan with 4% match.
• Paid training.
• DOT physical reimbursed after 60 days.
• Performance Bonus Potential

Time Off Policy (Holidays & PTO)

• Holiday pay is included as part of your compensation package.
• Holiday hours are excluded from overtime and fringe benefit calculations.
• Paid major holidays (must work the scheduled day before and after unless excused).
• PTO and Holiday Pay begin only after successful completion of the 90‐day probationary period.
• PTO accrues based on straight hours worked (not paid hours).
• Annual PTO maximums and accrual rates (based on 1,560 work hours/year):
• Year 1: Up to 5 days (40 hrs)
• Year 2: Up to 8 days (64 hrs)
• Year 3: Up to 10 days (80 hrs)
• Year 5+: Up to 15 days (120 hrs)

Maker Construction Corp provides reliable, high‐quality excavation, concrete work, asphalt paving, and pavement maintenance—fully self‐performed by our experienced team. We proudly serve commercial, municipal, industrial, and residential clients across Western Pennsylvania and Eastern Ohio. With a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and craftsmanship, we deliver projects done right the first time. If you want to join a growing company that values hard work and takes pride in every job, Maker Construction is the place to build your career.

Company Description

Maker Construction Corp provides reliable, high‐quality excavation, concrete work, asphalt paving, and pavement maintenance—fully self‐performed by our experienced team. We proudly serve commercial, municipal, industrial, and residential clients across Western Pennsylvania and Eastern Ohio. With a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and craftsmanship, we deliver projects done right the first time. If you want to join a growing company that values hard work and takes pride in every job, Maker Construction is the place to build your career.