Project Manager-Estimator; Abatement

Estimator/Project Manager (Asbestos Abatement)

ESA is hiring a highly experienced Estimator/Project Manager (EPM) to work out of our Denver office. This is an opportunity to work with one of the most established abatement and demolition firms in the US. ESA and our partnership network of companies is a full-service asbestos abatement, demolition, and soil and water remediation company with a national reach. ESA does work in 32 states, offering a geographical span and breadth of experience unrivaled in the industry.

Named the #1 US abatement firm in 2021 (ENR), our partnership companies 1 Priority Environmental Services, Snyder Environmental, Simpson Environmental Services, Iowa Demolition, Potomac Abatement, and AET is an alliance that allows us to provide local service nearly nationwide.

Position Summary:

The Estimator/Project Manager will review blueprints, bid specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projects or services. In addition to planning, directing, and coordinating activities of designated projects to ensure that goals or objectives of the project are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters, the EPM is also responsible for onsite job visits to ensure projects are progressing according to the schedule and budget, acting as a safety champion and ensuring compliance with city, state, and federal entities.

• Reviews project proposal or plan to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allocation of available resources to various phases of project.
• Calculates cost of jobs based on materials, supplies and man hours and prepares job estimates for each project.
• Supports safety compliance and acts as a safety champion, ensuring compliance with all City/State/Federal OSHA guidelines and communicating safety plans to the Safety Director in a timely manner.
• Submits change orders, bills, budget inputs, cost codes, cost reporting, purchase orders and any necessary paperwork for each job in a timely manner.
• Regularly visits jobs to ensure project progress is on schedule and within prescribed budget.
• Coordinates with supervisors to prioritize and outline work plan and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority. Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities, provides recognition for results.
• Takes responsibility for subordinates’ activities, makes self-available to staff and provides regular performance feedback, acting as a leader in the organization. Encourages employees’ skill development for growth and process improvement.
• Develops and implements cost‑saving measures to contribute to profits and revenue.
• Understands business implications of decisions, profitability, and has a thorough knowledge of the market and competition.
• Proactively identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, overcomes obstacles and maintains quality control.
• Manages difficult or emotional customer situations, responds promptly to customer needs, solicits feedback to improve service.
• Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming, maintains confidentiality, and remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.
• Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy, shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences, and promotes a harassment‑free environment.
• Treats people with respect, inspires trust, works with integrity and ethics while upholding organizational values.
• Follows policies and procedures, completes tasks correctly and on time; supports the organization’s goals.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned, including various special projects.
• Travel may be required.
• U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Resident Alien status or Authorization to work in the U.S.

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in the abatement field with a proven track record of meeting revenue targets.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related business field (a plus).
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience managing projects from bid to completion.
• Proven finance/budgetary skills in construction project management with the ability to bring projects on…