Estimator/Project Manager

Description

Overview

Environmental Remedies | San Diego, CA | Full-Time

At Environmental Remedies, we protect people and the environment by safely cleaning up hazardous sites across California. We are looking for a Project Manager / Estimator to price our work accurately and then carry those projects through to completion.

In this role, you are the central thread of every project. You will walk the site, scope the job, and build the estimate. Once awarded, you stay with the project—coordinating with superintendents, supervisors, and coordinators, and remaining the primary point of contact for the client from the first walkthrough to final close-out.

You do not need a background in asbestos or hazardous materials abatement to succeed here. We can teach you the environmental side of the industry. What we cannot easily teach is how to build a solid, accurate estimate. If you have experience estimating in insurance restoration, construction, or related fields, we want to hear from you.

What the Job Actually Looks Like

This is a field-based role that moves between job sites, client meetings, and our branch office. Here is what you can expect in your day-to-day operations:

• High Mobility: Expect to conduct two to three job walks on a typical day, though some of our active estimators handle up to five.
• Project Variety: You will manage a portfolio of active jobs alongside projects scheduled weeks or months out. At any time, you may oversee a dozen or more projects at different stages.
• Scale: Project size varies widely. You will handle everything from half-day residential jobs to multi-year commercial projects.
• Collaborative Leadership: This role has no direct reports. You will drive success and lead projects through close collaboration with site supervisors, branch superintendents, and project coordinators.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating and Bidding

• Review and interpret project plans, specifications, and bid documents for asbestos, lead, mold, and other hazardous materials.
• Conduct site walkthroughs and assessments to gather all necessary data for accurate bidding.
• Build detailed, competitive cost estimates covering labor, materials, equipment, waste disposal, and subcontractor costs.
• Present clear, professional proposals outlining scope, pricing, and timelines, and negotiate contract terms to secure profitable work.

Project Management and Execution

• Take full ownership of awarded projects from handoff through final close-out.
• Develop project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Communicate project scope, goals, and expectations clearly to superintendents and field crews.
• Monitor progress, costs, and quality against the initial plan, managing change orders and unforeseen site conditions as they arise.
• Keep project documentation, permits, and regulatory notifications complete and current.

Client Relations and Compliance

• Serve as the client’s main point of contact, communicating project milestones, obstacles, and solutions clearly.
• Coordinate directly with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Plan and execute every project in strict compliance with safety policies, as well as Cal/OSHA, EPA, and NESHAP requirements.
• Track project financials, manage invoicing and payment applications, and prepare close-out documentation.

What You Bring

Must-Have Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in construction estimating, project management, or a closely related field.
• Proven ability to accurately scope work on-site and translate those observations into a competitive, defensible estimate.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and multitasking skills, with the ability to keep several fast-moving projects on track.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills. You should feel comfortable presenting to clients and coordinating with field crews.
• Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office suite.
• A valid California driver’s license and reliable daily transportation for travel between active job sites.

Strong Pluses

• Hands-on experience with Xactimate and DocuSketch (we use both daily).
• An estimating background in insurance restoration or property adjustment. Several of our most successful estimators came from this space with zero prior abatement experience.
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English.

Nice-to-Have

• Familiarity with hazardous materials abatement practices and environmental regulations.
• Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor certification (AHERA / Cal-OSHA). If you do not have this, we will pay to get you certified during your first few weeks on the job.
• Lead Supervisor or Project Monitor certification, OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification, or a PMP credential.
• A bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, environmental science, or a related field.

Reporting and Team Structure

This position reports directly to our Director of Operations. On a day-to-day basis, you will work hand-in-hand with branch superintendents, job site supervisors, project coordinators, and our business development team.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base Salary: $80,000 to $100,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
• Employment Type: Full-time, exempt.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid training and industry certifications funded by the company.
• A highly varied and engaging pipeline of work, from local residential calls to major commercial projects.
• Clear career progression pathways with opportunities for advancement based on your results and leadership.