Assistant Construction PM: Estimating, Bids & Coordination

Lloyd Companies; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Lloyd Companies is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in Rapid City, SD to support the VP of Construction and project managers. You will help assemble estimates for commercial and multifamily projects and collaborate with the construction team and clients.

The role emphasizes cost estimation, subcontractor scopes, and maintaining project documentation while working under deadlines and within budget. Experience in estimating and reading blueprints is essential.

Qualifications

• Estimating experience for multi-family and/or commercial projects.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Knowledge of building codes applicable to scope of work.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Proficient use of computer and estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Create proposals for both simple and complex Request for Proposal offerings.
• Receive and evaluate quotes for applicable scopes and alignment with bid documents.
• Qualify vendor proposals to ascertain scope duplication and/or omissions/exclusions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and vendors.
• Scan and file Subcontracts, Quotes, & Project Documents within 24 hours.
• Maintain historical cost records for preliminary cost estimates.
• Prepare detailed cost comparisons and analysis of Subcontractor proposals.
• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost factors for estimates.
• Collaborate with the construction team to negotiate/award projects.
• Draft/Negotiate written Scopes of Work for Subcontractors and Material Suppliers.
• Verify Subcontracts and P.O.s are written and entered for every project.
• Assist in standardizing Policies, Procedures, and departmental consistency.
• Perform miscellaneous duties for Project Managers and maintain office duties.
• Work in a deadline-driven environment and meet company goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Cost analysis

Time management

Communication

Organizational skills

Estimating software

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Lloyd Companies is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in Rapid City, SD to support the VP of Construction and project managers. You will help assemble estimates for commercial and multifamily projects and collaborate with the construction team and clients.

The role emphasizes cost estimation, subcontractor scopes, and maintaining project documentation while working under deadlines and within budget. Experience in estimating and reading blueprints is essential.