Project Manager/Estimator

The Mom Project; Deerfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company computer/tablet provided

Growth opportunity

Job summary

The Mom Project seeks a Project Manager / Estimator for residential construction in Deerfield, IL. The role blends bidding, purchasing, and cost control across multiple projects, requiring 2–5 years of residential experience and strong organizational skills.

Hybrid schedule, 30 hours per week, with a focus on accuracy, collaboration with field teams, and data-driven decisions. A technician mindset and proficiency with Buildertrend and Excel are preferred.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of residential construction, project coordination, estimating, or purchasing.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specs.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with Buildertrend or similar.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret drawings to understand project scope.
• Solicit and organize subcontractor bids across trades.
• Assist in comparing bids and identifying scope gaps.
• Coordinate with subcontractors for complete and accurate pricing.
• Support value engineering and cost efficiency initiatives.
• Assist in selecting subcontractors and suppliers and issue purchase orders.
• Track job costs, budgets, and change orders; ensure cost control.

Skills

Tech-savvy

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Budget awareness

Tools

Buildertrend

Excel

Job description

Hybrid: Deerfield, IL

30-hour-per-week

Project Manager / Estimator – Residential Construction

Hybrid: Deerfield, IL

30-hour-per-week

1099

Company Overview

We are a residential development and construction company specializing in single-family homes, townhomes, and condominium communities throughout Northern Illinois and Southeast Wisconsin.

We operate as an integrated developer and builder, managing projects from land acquisition through construction and delivery, with a strong focus on efficiency, cost control, and execution.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Project Manager / Estimator to support the bidding, purchasing, and cost management of residential construction projects.

This role is ideal for someone with 2–5 years of residential construction experience who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and technology-driven.

The position will work closely with ownership and field superintendents to help manage subcontractors, budgets, and purchasing across multiple projects.

Candidates should be comfortable reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications to understand scope and coordinate bidding. Full quantity takeoffs are not required, but the ability to understand plans and identify scope gaps is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Bidding & Scope Management

• Review and interpret construction drawings and plans to understand project scope
• Solicit and organize subcontractor bids across all trades
• Assist in comparing bids and identifying scope gaps or overlaps
• Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure complete and accurate pricing
• Support value engineering and cost efficiency initiatives

Purchasing & Subcontractor Coordination

• Assist in selecting and hiring subcontractors and suppliers
• Prepare and issue purchase orders
• Maintain consistent scopes and pricing across projects
• Communicate with vendors to ensure alignment on scope and expectations

Budget & Cost Tracking

• Assist in building and maintaining project budgets
• Track job costs and update budget information as projects progress
• Support management of change orders and cost adjustments
• Review invoices and help ensure cost accuracy and control

Project Coordination

• Work closely with project managers and superintendents to align budget, schedule, and field execution
• Assist in coordinating project timelines and sequencing
• Ensure all project documentation is organized and current

Technology & Systems (Critical Focus)

• Maintain accurate project data in Buildertrend or similar software
• Ensure budgets, purchase orders, schedules, and documentation are kept up to date
• Utilize Excel and other tools for tracking, reporting, and organization
• Help improve internal systems and workflows for greater efficiency

Qualifications

• 2–5 years’ experience in residential construction, project coordination, estimating, or purchasing
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications
• General understanding of residential construction methods and sequencing
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong computer skills, including Excel and construction software such as Buildertrend or similar

Key Traits (Critical for Success)

• Highly tech-savvy and systems-oriented
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through
• Strong communication skills with subcontractors and internal teams
• Ability to identify gaps, inconsistencies, and missing scope
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset
• Desire to grow into a larger role within the company

Compensation & Schedule

$25 to $35 per hour based on experience

30-hour-per-week schedule

Company computer /tablet provided

Growth opportunity based on performance