Project Manager / Estimator ( Commercial Construction )

Rare Bird Recruiting, LLC; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Insurance plan

PTO & holidays

401(k) retirement

Local projects only

Job summary

Rare Bird Recruiting, LLC seeks an experienced Construction Project Manager in the Nashville area to lead project delivery from estimates to closeout. You will coordinate project staff and subcontractors, manage client relationships, and drive profitable outcomes.

The role emphasizes TI/build-out experience, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to work with local architects and developers on a range of retail and commercial projects. Local residency is expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PM experience in commercial construction (new/remodel)
• 3+ years estimating & project managing TI/build-out projects
• Local Nashville area relationships with architects/investors
• Experience negotiating material prices and scheduling orders
• 4-year degree in construction management or related field preferred
• Clean driving record, drug screen, and background check required

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and client relationships, coordinating project staff and subcontractors
• Estimate projects and plan activities to meet time and budget constraints
• Coordinate with architects, suppliers, and developers to secure resources
• Lead bidding efforts and negotiate contracts to protect project scope and profitability

Skills

Project management

Estimating & bidding

Negotiations

Budgeting & scheduling

Relationship building

Education

Construction Management or Business degree

Tools

Timberline

Procore

Bluebeam

Paskr

Job description

Compensation Overview:

Salary Range (DOE); ++ Bonus can be up to 50%/year (or more) depending on performance of the project; Full Benefits/Insurance Options; Auto/Phone Allowance/month; PTO + Holidays

Why you want to work with this Company:

A Small, Local but very established commercial GC in the Nashville area that has a broad range of clientele and project types. Their portfolio spans from public works, retail, restaurant to light-industrial. However, Their specialty is retail new/renovation construction.They work with dozens of businesses and organizations in middle Tennessee & greater US that are building in the Nashville area. From concept to draft plans to a bid proposal, They work hand-in-hand to create the best possible result for any client & use a stable subcontractor workforce to help them accomplish this goal.

They are based in the South Nashville area and have one of the best backlog/pipelines with their progressive, repeat clientele a company could ask for across the Mid-State.

They incentivise their PMs to make life-changing money for the exceptional candidates that can schedule & manage projects to achieve the company's goals. The reward is not just financial - they promote a work/life balance that keeps everyone in the office working happy & productive!

Experience Required to Start a Conversation:

• 5+ years estimating commercial projects with Timberline, Procore, Bluebeam, Paskr or similar software systems
• 3+ year or more of estimating & project managing experience with commercial TI/Build-Out projects
• Local Nashville (Middle-Tn) relationships and exposure to coordinating with Architects & Investment/Development companies
• Experience with negotiating material prices & scheduling orders, deliveries, etc.
• 4 year college degree or equivalent (construction management) preferred
• Lives in local Nashville area (no relocation assistance provided)
• Residential construction experience will NOT be considered as equivalent.

Position Summary

Manages projects & clientele including the project staff and subcontractors/vendors. The PM Estimates the projects & Plans, coordinates all activities of each designated project to ensure that goals or objectives of project are accomplished within prescribed time frame and budget parameters by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Skills and Abilities

• Build-Out / Ground-Up project experience (preferred)
• Commercial Construction Experience (Projects $250K-$5+MM)
• Analytical | Budgeting | Scheduling Expertise
• Estimating & Bidding Experience (requred)
• Negotiating | Contracts experience is necessary
• Impeccable organizational skills
• Relationship buildingexperience with owners around the area

Education/Experience

• Construction Management or Business (Bachelor’s) degree - Preferred.
• 5+ years of PM experience in the commercial new-remodel construction industry
• 5+ years of Project Management construction experience required in commercial industry.
• The selected candidate will also have a clean drivers license, drug screen and background check to be eligible for this opportunity.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary (( DOE ))
• +Exceptional Bonus program paid Per-Project (Bonus can be up to 30-50% per year of your salary!!)
• + Comprehensive Insurance Plan
• + PTO of 2 weeks Vacation & 7 Holidays
• + 401(k) retirement fund
• + ALL LOCAL Projects (NO travel)
• + Other beneficial attributes for family & personal