Custom Residential Project Manager & Pre-Construction Estimator

The Contractor Consultants; Towaco (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health insurance

Weekly pay cycle

PTO and retirement plan

Profit sharing opportunities

Tech package

Job summary

Mountaintop Construction Inc. in Towaco, NJ is seeking a Custom Residential Project Manager & Pre-Construction Estimator to lead high‑end residential and commercial builds from estimate through handover. You will coordinate crews, budgets, and communications with owners, architects, and inspectors.

The role offers a full‑time, permanent position with a competitive base salary, company vehicle, health benefits, and profit‑sharing opportunities in Northern New Jersey.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction project management or residential construction estimating.
• Proven track record in high‑end residential remodeling, custom additions, or structural renovations.
• Experience using Buildertrend, Procore, or CoConstruct for scheduling, logs and client comms.
• Ability to read architectural drawings, specs, and detailed cost estimates.

Responsibilities

• Oversee residential and commercial projects from scope definition through closeout.
• Serve as primary liaison with homeowners, architects, and inspectors, delivering updates.
• Prepare detailed material takeoffs, labor estimates, and subcontractor quotes.
• Manage project budgets, change orders, and supplier schedules.
• Conduct site visits to verify quality, plan compliance, and safety standards.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Client liaison

Scheduling

Quality control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's in Construction Management or Business (plus)

Tools

Buildertrend

Procore

CoConstruct

Job description

Custom Residential Project Manager & Pre-Construction Estimator

Company Name: Mountaintop Construction Inc.

Location: Towaco, NJ (Northern NJ Regional Operations across Morris, Essex, & Passaic Counties)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Schedule: Full Time, Monday through Friday (Overtime or occasional weekend coverage dictated by project needs)

Industry: Residential & Commercial Construction, High-End Custom Remodeling, and Pre-Construction Management

Pay Scale: $50,000.00 to $80,000.00 base annual salary (based on experience) Performance Bonuses

Incentives: Company Vehicle Provided, Corporate Tech Package (Smartphone/Tablet), Profit-Sharing Opportunities, Weekly Pay Cycle, Comprehensive Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Retirement Plan

The Opportunity

Mountaintop Construction Inc. is seeking a driven Custom Residential Project Manager & Pre-Construction Estimator to direct residential and commercial construction projects across Northern New Jersey.

In this pivotal project leadership position, you will manage custom residential builds, structural additions, and commercial fit-outs from initial client consultation and estimating through subcontractor scheduling, site inspections, and final handover. Utilizing Buildertrend software, you will track project budgets, execute material procurement, and manage owner-architect-contractor communications. Whether you are an experienced residential PM or an ambitious Assistant Project Manager (APM) ready for full project ownership, Mountaintop Construction Inc. provides top-tier earnings, profit-sharing upside, a company vehicle, and a supportive, family-oriented culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Full Lifecycle Project Management: Oversee residential and commercial construction projects from initial scope definition and budgeting through final owner walkthrough and closeout.
• Client & Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for homeowners, architects, design consultants, and municipal inspectors—delivering clear, proactive project updates.
• Cost Estimating & Budget Control: Prepare detailed material takeoffs, labor cost estimates, and subcontractor quotes; monitor job costing and manage change order approvals.
• Subcontractor & Schedule Optimization: Build and enforce master construction timelines using Buildertrend software—coordinating trade subcontractors (mechanicals, framing, finish) and material deliveries.
• Jobsite Auditing & Quality Control: Conduct routine field site visits to inspect build quality, verify plan compliance, and enforce safety standards alongside field lead carpenters.
• Client Account & Business Growth: Maintain strong client relationships throughout the build lifecycle and support local business development opportunities across Northern NJ.

What You Need to Succeed (Qualifications)

Required

• Industry Tenure: Minimum 5 years of experience in construction project management, assistant project management, or residential construction estimating.
• Residential Custom Build Experience: Proven track record overseeing high-end residential remodeling, custom additions, or structural renovation builds from start to finish.
• Construction Management Software: Hands-on experience using Buildertrend (or similar platforms like Procore, BuilderTrend, CoConstruct) for scheduling, job logs, and client communications.
• Financial & Estimate Literacy: Ability to read, interpret, and build directly from architectural drawings, engineering specs, and detailed cost estimates.
• Mobility Credentials: Valid driver license with a clean driving record to operate company-provided fleet vehicles across regional project sites.
• Educational Foundation: High School Diploma or GED equivalent (Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Business is a plus).

Preferred

• Language Capabilities: Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Local Market Network: Established connections with regional trade subcontractors and municipal building departments across Morris, Essex, and Passaic Counties.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary Package: $50,000.00 to $80,000.00 annual base salary customized to project management experience, paid on a dependable weekly pay cycle.
• Performance & Profit Upside: Direct eligibility for project completion bonuses and company profit-sharing opportunities.
• Fleet & Technology Support: Company vehicle provided for work-related travel, corporate tech package (smartphone/tablet), and company uniforms.
• Health & Retirement: Comprehensive medical insurance coverage options and corporate retirement savings plan.
• Work-Life Balance: Earned Paid Time Off (PTO) covering paid company holidays, vacation days, and personal sick leave.
• Professional Investment: Direct mentorship, paid training tracks, and participation in community charity alignment programs.

About Mountaintop Construction Inc.

Mountaintop Construction Inc. is a family-owned general contractor specializing in high-quality residential and commercial construction across Northern New Jersey. We operate like a tight-knit family—fostering professional growth, providing hands-on mentorship, and rewarding project efficiency with shared profit bonuses. Learn more about our firm at www.mountaintopconstruction.net.

Selection choices are guided strictly by job-related capabilities, project management skills, and verified construction performance records.