CAREERS

Responsibilities:

• All phases of underground construction include but are not limited to: Loading, driving, delivery, digging, removal and placement of various types, sizes and weight of construction materials and equipment
• Hand dig using shovel, mechanical tools
• Install and maintenance of underground utilities including water, sewer and drainage
• Working in congested or remote areas
• Maintain visual and audible contact with other crewman and all moving or stationary persons/vehicles/objects to ensure safe coordination of movement
• Perform general construction work under direction of Supervisor
• Maintain safe working habits/conditions according to all regulations, procedures and policies

Qualifications:

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to operate various types of utility equipment in a safe manner
• Basic knowledge of and ability to use/operate hand tools and equipment in a safe manner
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees, etc.
• Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position

Preferred Qualifications:

• Valid Drivers licensed,
• 5-10 years of experience in the utility construction industry
• Ability to read prints and interpret utility maps to identify the type and size of underground utilities

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to perform the above for at least 8 hours per day 5 days per week. Over-time; after hours; on weekends, for emergencies or on-call work will also be required.
• Ability to work while wearing safety boots, safety glasses and hardhat
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions which can include but is not limited to: extreme heat and cold temperatures; inclement weather such as wind, rain, snow, sleet and dust as well as adverse driving conditions including wet roads, icy roads, and fog
• Employees in this job classification may be exposed to dust, fumes or other airborne pathogens.
• Must be able to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 LBS as needed with or without assistance

• Assist in the Development and management of comprehensive project schedules, ensuring the timely completion of all tasks and milestones.
• Coordinate with project engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to outline and review project timelines.
• Collaborate with project engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure all project timelines are met.
• Prepare all project deliverables including submittals, letters, RFI’s, changer orders, etc.
• Forecast and allocate resources effectively to meet project deadlines.
• DBE/SBE/MBE/WBE supervision/compliance.
• Ability to work extended hours, nights, and weekends as Project Schedule demands.

• Responsible for all aspects of project-related cost management and budget forecasting for the project.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring all expenditure aligns with the approved budget.
• Oversee procurement processes, including the selection and negotiation of contracts, purchase orders, professional service agreements, etc. with subcontractors, engineers and suppliers.
• Implement cost control measures to avoid overrun and maintain financial targets.
• Prepare and review periodic estimates with the owner’s representative(s)
• Prepare monthly and quarterly cost and revenue forecasts
• Change order and claim prep and negotiation

• Conduct regular meetings with internal teams to track progress, address concerns, and adjust strategies as needed.
• Work closely with project Superintendent and Operations.
• Perform daily monitoring of the project to ensure it meets the schedule and budget.
• Responsible for supervision and training of Junior PMs, Assistant PMs, Field Engineers, and Co-ops.
• Assist in developing, submitting, and tracking the project QA/QC program
• Comply with and support the company’s safety policies and program, and participate in Safety training and meetings, as required.

• Serve as the primary point of contact and coordinate with all project stakeholders, including owners, clients, subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and suppliers.
• Foster strong client relationships with all project stakeholders.
• Provide regular project updates and reports to senior management and clients.
• Address and resolve any concerns or conflicts raised by stakeholders promptly and professionally.

• Identify potential project risks and proactively develop mitigation strategies to minimize delays or cost overruns.
• Resolve complex technical, scheduling, and logistical challenges that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Ensure adherence to project scope and specifications while managing changes through formal change orders.

• Track and maintain accurate project documentation, including correspondence, progress reports, and contractual paperwork.
• Ensure all necessary permits, inspections, and regulatory approvals are obtained in a timely manner.
• Prepare and submit project reports to stakeholders, including financial summaries, schedule updates, and quality assessments.

• Read and interpret architectural, structural, and civil drawings, as well as project specifications.
• Perform quantity takeoffs of materials and assemblies from construction drawings.
• Develop proficiency in the use of takeoff and estimating software tools.
• Organize and document quantity takeoffs to facilitate review and audit processes.
• Prepare structural and civil estimates at both Design Development (DD) and Construction Documentation (CD) stages.
• Contact and follow up with subcontractors and vendors to obtain pricing and proposal input.
• Assist in reviewing subcontractor and vendor scopes to identify gaps, overlaps, or exclusions.
• Document and maintain detailed notes from phone conversations with subcontractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.
• Coordinate the reproduction and distribution of bid and project documents as required.
• Assist in tracking and logging RFIs, addenda, and clarifications received throughout the bidding process.
• Gain and apply knowledge of construction material and labor pricing.
• Provide input and make recommendations for updates to the company’s estimating database based on market feedback and cost trends.
• Maintain a regular and consistent office presence to support hands-on training, collaboration, and oversight with estimating department.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• Read and interpret civil, structural, and architectural drawings and project specifications to define project scope.
• Survey and quantify materials and assemblies using construction drawings and industry standards.
• Develop and apply knowledge of takeoff and estimating software (e.g., Bid2Win, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, Excel-based systems).
• Organize and maintain quantity takeoffs to ensure transparency, traceability, and audit readiness.
• Prepare detailed estimates at the Design Development (DD) and Construction Documentation (CD) stages for structural and civil scopes.
• Solicit, review, and follow up with subcontractors and vendors for pricing and proposal inputs.
• Coordinate the reproduction and distribution of project documents as needed.
• Maintain developed knowledge of construction pricing and market conditions to support bid accuracy.
• Provide input and make recommendations for software improvements and estimating database updates.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the scope review process and identification of coverage gaps.
• Exhibit strong understanding of subcontractor capabilities and market relationships.
• Prepare conceptual estimates when detailed plans are unavailable, using historical data and judgment.
• Execute accurate and timely estimates.
• Developer support the creation of logical work breakdown structure coding in estimates to align with project phasing, cost control, and reporting requirements.
• Contribute to or prepare the estimate basis document, detailing assumptions, exclusions, methodology, and scope breakdown for internal and client transparency.
• Assist in identifying pricing, schedule, or scope risks within estimates and participate in mitigation planning discussions.
• Reference and leverage historical bid data to validate current estimates and support cost benchmarking.
• Develop and refine knowledge of client expectations, bid presentations, and communication best practices.
• Apply greater depth of knowledge related to technical specifications and unit pricing levels.
• Coordinate with scheduling and operations teams to align estimate assumptions with proposed construction phasing, access logistics, and productivity expectations.
• Consistently meet project deadline challenges with professionalism and composure.
• Participate in post-bid reviews and lessons-learned meetings to continuously improve estimating accuracy and department processes.
• Maintain a regular and consistent office presence to support hands-on training, collaboration, and oversight with estimating department.
• Other related duties as assigned.