Project Manager / Estimator

Location: Tampa Florida (In-Person Position). Travel Required: Yes. Experience Required: 5+ Years.

Position Overview

Florida Coastal Paving, a Delaware Valley Paving Company, is seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager / Estimator to join our growing team. This position combines both pre‑construction estimating responsibilities and post‑award project management duties. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in asphalt paving, sitework, roadway construction, or related construction disciplines and possess the ability to successfully manage projects from bid through completion.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Pre‑Construction

• Review and interpret plans at all stages of development, from conceptual and budgetary designs to fully detailed construction documents.
• Prepare accurate and comprehensive cost estimates, including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and production rates.
• Solicit, evaluate, and qualify vendor and subcontractor proposals.
• Analyze project specifications, scopes of work, schedules, and risk factors to determine bid feasibility.
• Compile and evaluate data affecting project costs, including labor rates, material pricing, equipment requirements, logistics, and location‑specific factors.
• Prepare and submit competitive bids and proposals within required deadlines.
• Assist with contract negotiations and review project agreements.
• Maintain estimating databases, cost histories, and bid documentation.

Project Management

• Manage projects from contract award through final completion and closeout.
• Coordinate project startup activities, schedules, staffing plans, subcontractors, equipment, and material procurement.
• Monitor project budgets, costs, profitability, and production performance.
• Review and manage project contracts, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Conduct project site visits and meetings to ensure quality, safety, schedule, and budget objectives are achieved.
• Identify project risks and develop proactive solutions to mitigate issues.
• Track project progress and provide regular status updates to leadership.
• Support invoicing, collections, and project financial reporting activities.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards.

Additional Responsibilities

• Manage multiple bids and projects concurrently while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Support strategic growth initiatives and special assignments as directed by leadership.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and industry partners.
• Assist in developing and improving estimating and project management processes and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in estimating, project management, or a combination of both within asphalt paving, roadway construction, sitework, heavy civil construction, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of paving operations, construction methods, project scheduling, and cost controls.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Experience preparing bids, estimates, and project budgets.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship‑building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software.
• Experience with estimating software and ERP systems is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel as needed throughout Florida and surrounding markets.

Requirements

• Ability to work in‑person from a Florida Coastal Paving office location.
• Ability to travel regularly to project sites, customer meetings, pre‑bid meetings, and company locations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization
• Opportunity to work on high‑profile paving and construction projects throughout the region