Project Manager

About the role

The Construction Project Manager / Estimator manages commercial and industrial construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. This role combines estimating, project management, and office coordination to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in line with quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents to fully understand project scope and requirements.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial and industrial construction projects.
• Solicit, receive, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids to ensure competitive and complete proposals.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive bid proposals and scope summaries for submission to clients.
• Assist with budget development and value engineering efforts to optimize project costs and efficiencies.
• Track project costs against estimated budgets and identify variances to maintain financial control.
• Manage multiple construction projects simultaneously from pre-construction through closeout.
• Cook up project schedules, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel to keep work progressing on time.
• Prepare, submit, and track submittals, RFIs, change orders, and other project documentation.
• Review construction drawings and blueprints for accuracy, constructability, and alignment with project specifications.
• Monitor project progress regularly and proactively address issues impacting scope, budget, or schedule.
• Participate in project meetings with clients, architects, engineers, and contractors to discuss progress, issues, and next steps.
• Prepare and submit proposals, contracts, project correspondence, and reports in a professional and timely manner.
• Maintain organized project files and document control systems for easy retrieval and compliance.
• Track material deliveries, purchase orders, and subcontract agreements to support smooth project execution.
• Communicate regularly with clients to provide project status updates and address questions or concerns.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years of construction project management and/or estimating experience.
• Experience working on commercial, industrial, municipal, or institutional construction projects (preferred).
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and building systems.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications accurately.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with construction management software such as BeamAI and Knowify, or the ability to learn these tools with provided training.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with construction estimation, project management, and project coordination.
• Experience with bidding processes, including preparing proposals and evaluating subcontractor bids.
• Experience with preparing and managing change orders, RFIs, and project engineering documentation.
• Strong administrative support skills, including document preparation and file management.
• Demonstrated ability to read and work from blueprints and construction documents.
• Comfort working with cost tracking, budgeting, and value engineering processes.
• Ability to contribute to both field-related and office-based aspects of project delivery.

Qualifications

• At least 3+ years of construction experience in a related capacity.

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Attention to detail in reviewing drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Comfort working with cost tracking, budgeting, and value engineering processes.
• Ability to contribute to both field-related and office-based aspects of project delivery.

Benefits

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)