Project Manager/Estimator
Listed on 2026-01-27
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Construction
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Engineering
Operations Manager
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Global Diving & Salvage, Inc. is currently seeking a Project Manager / Estimator for our Charleston, SC office.
Position DescriptionThe Project Manager/Estimator will lead various aspects of project management, including contract negotiations, subcontractor coordination, safety oversight, budget tracking, and schedule management. Additionally, the individual will play a key role in maintaining client relations, identifying new business opportunities, and implementing process improvements to sustain competitiveness in the market. This position requires strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills, as well as a thorough understanding of construction processes and regulations.
Key Responsibilities- Lead all contract negotiations and the identification and negotiation of change orders.
- Develop, prepare and manage all submittals and required project documentation.
- Coordinate self-performed and subcontracted work activities with onsite Superintendent.
- Spearhead site health and safety on projects with the support of the safety team.
- Perform weekly safety audits.
- Manage the critical path schedule CPM daily.
- Oversee the company’s site personnel.
- Oversee the procurement and acquisition of materials, ensuring quality control of deliverables to projects.
- Maintain live tracking, forecasting, and reporting of job costs.
- Prepare and update project schedules.
- Lead all finances and schedule meetings throughout the duration of projects within the scope of supervision.
- Code and track receipts for daily job expenses.
- Generate bi-monthly cost-to-complete reports (every two weeks).
- Conduct internal financial and progress reviews of budget and schedule.
- Provide oversight of purchases and approvals.
- Develop and implement process improvements to maintain a competitive edge in the market.
- Stay engaged with client relations and development.
- Responsible for identifying opportunities on bid sites and via relationship leads.
- Sign up and attend on-site visits.
- Prepare bid/no bid recommendations for management's final review and decision-making.
- Prepare, manage, and engage in bid reviews as an active participant.
- Review plans and specifications to complete comprehensive quantity take-offs.
- Identify associated costs, such as labor, materials, subcontractors, and equipment.
- Collaborate with Operations Managers to acquire estimates for durations, crew sizes, and equipment requirements.
- Identify and communicate project-specific risks effectively.
- Determine suitable means and methods for project execution.
- Review all contracts as assigned.
- Collaborate with the legal team to navigate the contracting process.
- Negotiate and finalize subcontracts as necessary for all projects under consideration as assigned.
- Facilitate the transition of estimates into project budgets.
- Develop the Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule.
- Lead the submittal process and the documentation reporting required by the owner, various authorities, including but not limited to USCG, DOE, EPA, and other relevant state and local agencies.
- Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
- Valid Auto insurance.
- Experience with estimating software.
- Experience with HCSS.
- Experience with OCS P6 / Primavera P6.
- Experience in construction estimating and bidding.
- Working knowledge of standard construction practices and regulations/laws.
- Ability to engage in all stages of the estimating and bidding process.
- Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of management, clients, and government officials.
- Proficient in verbal, written, and electronic communications.
- Proficient computer skills, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience in computer-aided design (CAD) and drafting (preferred).
- 5-15 years in Marine Construction (required).
- 5-15 years of estimating Small Heavy Civil Construction Projects (preferred).
- 2-15 years in remote construction projects (required).
- High school diploma or equivalent (required).
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