The Shelly Company · 1 day ago
Senior Project Manager and Estimator
The Shelly Company is seeking a skilled Project Manager / Estimator with hands-on experience in heavy civil construction, particularly in asphalt paving. This role involves leading bids and managing field execution from start to finish, blending estimating precision with project leadership.
Building Material
Responsibilities
Review proposals, plans, and specs to determine labor, material, and time requirements
Visit project sites as needed to validate scope and conditions
Solicit and evaluate vendor/subcontractor bids; negotiate pricing and scope
Prepare detailed cost estimates and coordinate with field teams
Ensure compliance with DBE/EDGE requirements and submit bids via EBS/ODOT or other platforms
Execute contracts, prepare change orders, and support plan development
Analyze bid data and competitor trends to support margin and performance goals
Use HCSS and Viewpoint to manage bid documentation and handoff
Prepare submittals, review shop drawings and mix designs, and manage project documentation
Support scheduling efforts in Primavera and coordinate with suppliers and subs
Lead pre-job and progress meetings with internal teams and owners
Monitor job costs, approve invoices, and manage subcontractor payments
Track monthly projections and report to Area Management using % complete methodology
Negotiate final quantities and ensure full payment for completed work
Oversee material yields (pipe, bedding, backfill, stone, asphalt) and drive cost efficiency
Assist field leadership and perform special projects as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field, or equivalent experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in construction estimating and/or project management
Prior experience overseeing asphalt paving operations and estimating related scopes
Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Comfortable operating standard office equipment
Must be 18 years or older and pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check
Willing to travel and work nights/weekends as needed
Adherence to company safety policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations
PPE required in designated areas (e.g., safety vest, hard-toe shoes, face shield)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
Effective multitasking and time management under pressure
Clear, professional communication—both written and verbal
High ethical standards and commitment to team collaboration
Ability to drive process improvements and adapt to change
Familiarity with procurement and its impact on project financials
Frequently stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects, talk and hear
Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus
Frequently required to sit
Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, and reach with hand and arms above their shoulders
Occasionally lift 10 lbs.; occasionally exert forces of pushing/pulling 10 lbs
Company
The Shelly Company
The Shelly Company, A CRH COMPANY, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mix concrete and paving services in Ohio with more than 90 locations statewide.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2007-02-24Acquired
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