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- Customer service
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Orion Placement —Traverse City, MI
- $90,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Customer service
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Heavy Civil Project Manager / Estimator (Excavation & Utilities)

Orion Placement -
Kingsley, MI

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Job Details

Full-time
$90,000 - $175,000 a year

Benefits

Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Customer communication
Construction specifications
Teamwork
Customer service
Heavy equipment operation
Managing construction estimation projects
Construction project management
Driver's License
Math
Job order costing
Utilities construction project management
Construction drawing review
Working on construction projects in a civil infrastructure role
Estimating construction project budgets
Organizational skills
Construction estimating

Full Job Description

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

Step into a high-impact role where your estimating and project management expertise directly drives profitable, visible projects across Northern Michigan
Work on meaningful heavy civil, excavating, and underground utility projects that shape local communities
Join a stable, family-oriented company that genuinely values trades knowledge, field experience, and practical problem-solving
Earn strong performance-based bonuses tied to production, quality, and overall company success
Enjoy long-term growth potential with increasing responsibility, autonomy, and influence as the company continues to expand

Location

On-site in Traverse City, Michigan — work close to the projects and crews you manage, with a strong connection to the field and the community.

Note

This role requires hands-on estimating and project management experience specifically within heavy civil, excavation, and underground utilities. Candidates without relevant construction experience in these areas will not be considered.

About Us

We are a growing, family-oriented excavation and heavy civil contractor focused on delivering outstanding service and making a positive impact in the communities we serve. Our team values collaboration, accountability, safety, and continuous improvement. We believe in rewarding hard work, developing our people, and creating a workplace where experienced professionals can thrive and build long-term careers. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

Identify project opportunities and prepare accurate, timely estimates for heavy civil, excavating, and underground utility work
Manage multiple active projects while maintaining quality, safety, schedules, and profitability
Coordinate crews, equipment, and resources to meet customer deadlines
Monitor labor, equipment, and accounts payable costs to ensure accurate job costing
Communicate clearly with foremen and field crews to set expectations and drive accountability
Respond to customer-driven scope changes and document adjustments to ensure proper compensation
Partner with finance to support timely billing, vendor payments, and project closeouts
Build strong working relationships with customers, subcontractors, vendors, and public entities
Balance office responsibilities with regular field engagement to stay connected to project realities
Proactively identify process improvements and contribute to operational efficiency

Qualifications

3+ years of estimating and project management experience in heavy civil, excavation, or underground utilities
Strong ability to read and interpret construction plans, surveys, and specifications
Solid math skills related to estimating, job costing, and project analysis
Field experience operating or working around heavy equipment preferred
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field is a plus, not required

Why You Will Love Working Here

You’ll be trusted to run work the right way, supported by leadership that respects real-world experience and practical judgment. The culture is hands-on, supportive, and team-driven, with room to grow professionally, improve processes, and make a lasting impact. This is a place where experienced construction professionals are valued, heard, and rewarded.

JPC-1369

Pay: $90,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Do you hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record?
Briefly explain which role on your resume best aligns with this position and why. If you have any resume gaps, please briefly explain.
This role is on-site at the Traverse City, MI, location. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N
In what city/state do you currently reside?
What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.

Experience:

heavy civil project management: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's license (Required)

Work Location: In person

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