Seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Bridge and Structural Project Manager/Estimator to join the heavy civil construction team. This critical, dual-function role is the engine that drives our structural division, bridging the gap between successful pursuit and profitable execution.
The successful candidate will lead the preconstruction phase-identifying opportunities, analyzing constructability risks, and developing detailed cost estimates for complex scopes (foundations, piling, concrete, and steel). Following award, you will transition to project management, working side-by-side with the Field Superintendent to manage budgets, schedules, contracts, and safety.
This position is ideal for a leader with 5-10+ years of experience who possesses a field-first approach and an expert understanding of DOT standards and temporary works needed to deliver challenging, high-value infrastructure projects.
location: Jordan, Minnesota
job type: Permanent
salary: $200,000 - 210,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
Preconstruction & Estimating Responsibilities
- Identify and pursue bridge and structural project opportunities in public and private markets.
- Review plans, specifications, and contract documents for constructability and risk.
- Develop detailed quantity take-offs, production rates, and cost estimates.
- Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
- Develop bid schedules, work plans, and risk assessments.
- Participate in bid strategy meetings and final bid reviews.
- Prepare detailed, accurate estimates for bridge and structural scopes including foundations, piling, concrete, steel erection, and specialty structures.
- Develop labor, equipment, and material pricing using historical and current production data.
- Build and maintain cost databases and unit pricing.
- Identify value-engineering options and alternate construction approaches.
- Clearly define project assumptions, inclusions, and exclusions in proposals.
- Lead project handoff from estimating to operations in partnership with the Bridge/Structures Superintendent.
- Develop project schedules, phasing plans, and detailed work packages.
- Manage budgets, cost controls, and job cost reporting.
- Oversee subcontractor procurement, buyout, and contract administration.
- Lead owner, engineer, and internal coordination meetings.
- Manage change orders, RFIs (Requests for Information), submittals, and progress billing.
- Ensure compliance with contract requirements, safety standards, and quality plans.
- Work side-by-side with the Bridge/Structures Superintendent to plan daily and weekly work activities.
- Provide real-time support to the field on means, methods, sequencing, and problem-solving.
- Participate in critical lifts, major pours, girder settings, and other key operations as needed.
- Help drive productivity, crew utilization, and schedule recovery efforts.
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience in bridge/heavy civil construction).
- 5-10+ years of experience in bridge or heavy civil construction estimating and/or project management.
- Working knowledge of DOT bridge standards, temporary works, and structural concrete/steel construction.
- Proficiency in estimating software, scheduling software, and project management systems.
- Ability to read and interpret complex structural plans and specifications.
- Leadership and communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Collaborative mindset with a field-first approach.
- High level of integrity and accountability.
- Mix of office and field-based work on active highway and bridge projects.
- Ability and willingness to travel to project sites as required.
qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Minimum 5 years of experience
- Education: Bachelors
skills:
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
