Civil Estimator / Project Manager

Position Summary

- The Civil Estimator / Project Manager is responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, developing competitive project bids, and managing civil construction projects from award through completion. This role combines pre-construction estimating with project management responsibilities to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to client specifications.

Estimating Duties

- Review tender documents, specifications, drawings, and contract requirements.
- Perform quantity takeoffs for earthworks, grading, underground utilities, road construction, concrete, and other civil infrastructure projects.
- Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
- Prepare detailed comprehensive cost estimates, bid proposals, and tender submissions including labour, equipment, materials, safety, subcontractors, overhead, taxes, insurance, and mark-up.
- Analyze project risks, site conditions, and constructability concerns.
- Maintain and update estimating databases, production rates, and cost histories.
- Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits as required.
- Analyze quotes made by subcontractors for completeness, competitive pricing, ability to perform, and scheduling restraints.
- Assist with contract negotiations and project handover following award.

Project Management Duties

- Plan, coordinate, and oversee civil construction projects from startup to closeout.
- Develop project schedules including critical task management and milestones, budgets, work plans, and resource requirements.
- Manage subcontractors, suppliers, equipment, and labor resources.
- Monitor project costs, productivity, and progress against budget.
- Prepare and submit progress reports, change orders, and payment applications.
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor quality, safety, and schedule performance.
- Identify, evaluate, and resolve project issues and risks.
- Ensure compliance with contract requirements, specifications, safety regulations, and company policies.




- Foster positive relationships with clients, consultants, municipalities, and project stakeholders.
- Lead project closeout activities, including final documentation and warranty reviews.

Qualifications

- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in civil construction estimating, project management, or a combination of both.
- Engineering Degree or Civil Engineering Technical diploma
- Robust knowledge of civil construction methods, materials, and equipment.
- Experience with underground utilities, site development, municipal infrastructure projects, earthworks, and road construction
- Proficiency with estimating software (preferably HCSS)
- Proficiency with project management software (preferably Procore)
- Proficiency with Microsoft office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Key Skills & Competencies

- Cost estimating and budgeting
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Project planning and scheduling
- Contract administration
- Negotiation and procurement
- Financial analysis and cost control
- Risk management
- Leadership and team coordination
- Communication and stakeholder management
- Time management and organization
- Problem-solving and decision-making

Performance Measures

- Accuracy of project estimates and bid success rate
- Project profitability and cost control
- Schedule adherence and timely project completion
- Safety performance and compliance
- Client satisfaction and repeat business
- Quality of project documentation and reporting

Working Conditions

- Combination of office and field environments.
- Frequent interaction with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and field personnel.
- Occasional travel to project sites and attendance at pre-bid meetings, site inspections, and project meetings.
- Work away from home at times.

Compensation · Wage: $35 - $40/hour

- Company truck
- Company cell phone
- Company laptop

Pay: $35.00-$40.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Company car
- Dental care
- Extended health care

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Virden, MB (Western Manitoba Region)

📌 Civil Estimator/Project Manager (Virden)
🏢 Castle Construction
📍 Virden