Project Manager / Estimator

Company Overview

We are a specialized masonry restoration contractor serving residential and commercial customers throughout the Milwaukee and surrounding markets. Our focus is on delivering high-quality masonry restoration projects while providing clients with a transparent, professional, and reliable experience. We value craftsmanship, accountability, teamwork, and integrity in everything we do.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager / Estimator to oversee masonry restoration projects from pre‑construction through completion. This role combines construction estimating and project management, with responsibility for developing accurate project estimates, managing budgets, coordinating schedules, working with subcontractors and field crews, and maintaining strong client relationships. The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable managing multiple projects while ensuring work stays on schedule and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates using subcontractor bids, supplier quotes, historical pricing, and unit costs.
• Review project scopes and requirements to develop accurate labor, material, and subcontractor pricing.
• Prepare clear project breakdowns and present estimates to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project budgets throughout the project lifecycle.
• Allocate labor, materials, subcontractors, and other resources to support project requirements.
• Create and maintain detailed construction schedules.
• Monitor project progress and identify potential schedule, budget, or scope issues.
• Coordinate with office personnel, field crews, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with qualified subcontractors and vendors.
• Solicit subcontractor pricing and negotiate costs and contract terms.
• Assist with project planning and pre‑construction activities.
• Manage required project documentation, reporting, and administrative requirements.
• Maintain accurate project records, budgets, schedules, and communications.
• Help ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to company quality standards.
• Proactively identify and resolve project issues throughout the construction process.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in construction project management, estimating, or a combination of both.
• Cost estimating experience is required.
• Experience working in the masonry or construction industry strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction costs, materials, labor, and subcontractor pricing.
• Ability to develop accurate estimates and manage project budgets.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and follow‑through.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors, office personnel, and field teams.
• Proactive, accountable, and team‑oriented approach to project management.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a Masonry Project Manager / Estimator or construction professional who understands both the estimating and project execution sides of the business. Masonry restoration experience is highly preferred, particularly with residential or commercial restoration projects. The candidate should be comfortable developing estimates, analyzing subcontractor and supplier pricing, managing budgets and schedules, negotiating costs, and communicating directly with clients. Someone who can work independently while maintaining strong communication with field teams, subcontractors, and clients will be well suited for this role.

Work Environment

• Full‑time, onsite position supporting projects in the Milwaukee market.
• Collaboration with office staff, field crews, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.
• Opportunity for professional growth within a specialized masonry restoration company.

Benefits

• Remote work flexibility.
• Opportunity to grow with an established specialty contractor.
• Collaborative and team‑oriented environment.
• Integrity‑focused company culture.
• Exposure to residential and commercial masonry restoration projects.