Traveling Project Manager

Company Overview

Elder Corporation is a family-owned company committed to long-term employee relationships and career growth. We specialize in large-scale earthmoving, complex underground utility projects, and heavy-duty demolition. Trusted by customers across the Midwest, we take pride in being a reliable and professional site development partner.

Position Summary

Elder Corporation is seeking an experienced and motivated Traveling Project Manager to oversee heavy civil construction projects from pre-construction through completion. This role is responsible for estimating, bidding, project planning, scheduling, budgeting, field coordination, and customer communication.

The Traveling Project Manager works closely with superintendents, field personnel, subcontractors, vendors, and company leadership to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with company standards and values.

This position requires frequent travel and overnight stays based on project location and scheduling demands.

Benefits

Competitive wages, plus health, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to the employee

Advancement opportunities

Boot reimbursement

Safe, clean, and team-oriented work environment

Specialty tools provided

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Estimating

Compile and analyze data affecting project quality, scheduling, cost, and profitability.

Assist Senior Estimators with bid strategy development and project planning.

Prepare accurate quantity take-offs and cost estimates using project plans and specifications.

Manage multiple projects simultaneously from award through completion.

Monitor project budgets, schedules, manpower, equipment, and material usage.

Track project progress and proactively resolve issues impacting cost, quality, or schedule.

Prepare and submit RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.

Maintain project schedules and material purchase requests.

Produce timely project reports for management and stakeholders.

Communication & Coordination

Communicate project status, schedules, and deadlines with field superintendents, office staff, customers, subcontractors, and company leadership.

Coordinate with engineers, architects, vendors, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure successful project execution.

Build and maintain positive working relationships with customers, subcontractors, and team members.

Address project conflicts and customer concerns professionally and efficiently.

Financial & Administrative Responsibilities

Review and manage project cost codes, payroll allocations, invoices, material purchases, and logistics.

Analyze labor, materials, equipment, and resource requirements to maximize project profitability.

Support accounting and documentation processes throughout the project lifecycle.

Software & Technical Skills

Preferred experience with:

HCSS Estimating and Project Management Software

Agtek Takeoff Software

Bluebeam

Procore

Qualifications

5-10 years of Project Management and/or Estimating experience in heavy civil or highway construction preferred

Experience with earthmoving, underground utilities, demolition, grading, or site development projects preferred

Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills

Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications

Working knowledge of heavy equipment and construction methods

Ability to manage multiple schedules, deadlines, and projects simultaneously

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Strong customer service and relationship management skills

Knowledge of project budgeting, resource allocation, and construction operations

Valid driver's license required; CDL preferred

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, physical examination, and background check.