Wallace Construction Company | Portland Metro, Oregon | Full-Time
Wallace Construction Company is a growing concrete and excavation contractor serving commercial and multifamily projects throughout the Portland metro area. We’re looking for a Project Manager / Estimator who understands construction, builds accurate estimates, and can carry projects from bidding through closeout.
Our work includes excavation, grading, underground utilities, foundations, slabs, and site concrete. This position works directly with ownership, field supervisors, general contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
Responsibilities
* Review plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and bid documents to identify scope, project requirements, and potential risks.
* Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop estimates for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and trucking.
* Request and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotes for pricing and scope coverage.
* Prepare proposals with clear inclusions, exclusions, clarifications, and alternates.
* Attend site walks, prepare bid questions, and track addenda and revisions.
* Set up awarded projects with budgets, scope breakdowns, procurement plans, and clear handoffs to field leadership.
* Coordinate schedules, material deliveries, subcontractors, and equipment needs with the field team.
* Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
* Track job costs, production, committed costs, and projected costs to complete.
* Identify changes early, document impacts, and price additional work.
* Support progress billing and project closeout.
* Build strong relationships with clients, vendors, and project teams.
What We’re Looking For
* Experience estimating and/or managing concrete, excavation, sitework, or underground utility projects.
* Prepare Submittals
* Mamage and submit change orders, change order log.
* Forecast project costs and accurately cost code.
* Manage Project RFIs
* Ability to read civil, structural, and architectural drawings and understand how the scopes fit together.
* Practical knowledge of construction sequencing, crew production, equipment, and material requirements.
* Strong Excel skills and comfort using digital takeoff and project management software.
* Ability to manage multiple bids and active projects while meeting deadlines.
* Clear communication, strong organization, and attention to detail.
* Ownership of your work—from checking quantities to following through on project commitments.
* Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to local project sites.
Preferred experience: Commercial or multifamily construction, Oregon prevailing wage projects, public right-of-way work, and estimating both concrete and excavation scopes. Field experience is a strong plus.
Why Wallace Construction?
You’ll work directly with company ownership and field leadership, with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on how projects are estimated, planned, and delivered. We’re looking for someone who wants to help build a growing company and take pride in the work we put in place.
Compensation: Based on experience and qualifications.
How to Apply
Send your résumé and a brief description of your relevant experience. Include the types of projects and scopes you’ve estimated or managed, typical project sizes, and the software you’re comfortable using.
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