Project Manager/Estimator

Build Your Career. Build America’s Future.

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials, including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it’s more than starting an exciting career – you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.

When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

What You’ll Do

Review, Select, and Manage Construction Projects.

Review construction projects advertised for bid and select appropriate projects meeting VMC’s objectives upon management’s approval.

Ensure that bid bonds are secured.

Ensure that Good Faith Effort for Minority Goal Participation is undertaken if it is required by the contract.

Perform plan quantity take-off and visit the site. Identify each trade that must be subcontracted.

Determine the scope of work involved by each trade. Solicit at least three subcontractors per trade.

Participate in monthly project status reviews and quarterly project forecasts.

Develop Bid Schedule.

Prepare preliminary project bid schedule.

Develop the bid schedule into the project schedule, which is updated monthly and shared with owner/ agency, superintendent, project staff, and subcontractors.

Prepare the bid in a timely manner for the manager’s review.

Prepare Contracts.

Prepare subcontracts and purchase order agreements in coordination with the contract administrator.

Schedule and attend the preconstruction conference. Prepare and facilitate all the required submittals.

Prepare final contract closeout, including monitoring final payment quantities and retention billing.

Prepare Budgets. Prepare a cost budget for the construction superintendent and monitor job progress. Prepare, monitor, and update job cost information.

Prepare Progress Billings. Assist in preparing progress billings. Approve quantities for payment to subcontractors, suppliers, and all contract A/P.

Negotiate. Negotiate change order requests. Negotiate all claims and disputes along with the Operations Manager.

Champion Continuous Improvement. Stay abreast of professional and technical developments to maintain and improve the knowledge and skills needed for superior job performance and to improve operational efficiencies.

Skills You’ll Need

Education. Bachelor's degree or its equivalent with emphasis on the sciences is required. A degree in Engineering or Construction Management is preferred.

Experience. Two years experience estimating and managing projects with public works contracts related to paving, highway, and heavy construction is preferred.

Functional Knowledge. Must have the ability to read construction drawings and to perform two- and three-dimensional quantity take off. Knowledge of local, state and federal municipal public works specifications is preferred.

Math Skills. Must have knowledge of mathematical formulas and the ability to deal with dimensional analysis. Must be able to use Microsoft Excel.

Time Management Skills. Must have good organizational skills and the ability to handle multi-faceted, complex projects. Must be able to work well under pressure, be task oriented and self-motivated, requiring little supervision.

Interpersonal Skills. Must be able to form strong social relationships and effectively communicate with both internal and external audiences.

Financial Knowledge. Must have the ability to perform cost analysis. Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and practices, including job costing procedures is required. Knowledge of contract administration in the construction industry is preferred.

What You’ll Like About Us

Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.

Safe. Industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is that the work we do impacts daily lives – and every employee contributes. The aggregates we produce are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.

Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, Vision programs, plus much more.

Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Training and Development. We see our development programs , and helping our employees meet their goals, as a key part of our business.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.