Senior Custom Home Project Manager & Pre-Construction Estimator

The Contractor Consultants; Steamboat Springs (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance package

Company vehicle or mileage

401k match

Comprehensive health insurance with Hs

Weekly pay cycle

Profit sharing

Job summary

Fox Construction Inc. in Steamboat Springs, CO is seeking a Senior Custom Home Project Manager & Pre-Construction Estimator to lead high-end residential builds and commercial projects from budgeting through owner handover.

You will bridge pre-construction estimating and field execution, managing cost models, bids, budgets, value engineering, and daily field operations with site superintendents. This role requires expertise in custom residential estimating and project management within a mountain

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CM, Civil Eng, or related field.
• 10+ years of estimating and project management in high-end builds.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, sequencing, and trades.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam/Planswift and scheduling software.
• Physical ability for active jobsite walkthroughs and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Pre-construction cost estimating across all design phases.
• Manage RFPs, bids, and subcontractor negotiations.
• Direct field execution from mobilization to closeout.
• Lead weekly coordination meetings with subcontractors.
• Track budgets, change orders, and cost performance.
• Oversee owner handover and warranty activities.

Skills

Estimating

Project management

Cost control

Pre-construction

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

Planswift

Scheduling software

Job description

Senior Custom Home Project Manager & Pre-Construction Estimator

Company Name: Fox Construction Inc.

Location: Steamboat Springs, CO (Regional deployments in Routt, Moffat, and Jackson Counties)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Schedule: Full Time, Monday through Friday (Standard Business Hours)

Industry: High-End Custom Residential Construction, Commercial Building, and Design-Build Pre-Construction

Pay Scale: $85,000.00 to $115,000.00 base salary (based on experience) Performance Bonuses & Profit Sharing

Incentives: Annual Performance Bonus, Company Profit Sharing Program, Relocation Assistance Package, Company Vehicle or Fleet Mileage Reimbursement, 401k Match, Comprehensive Health Insurance with HSA, Weekly Pay Cycle

The Opportunity

Fox Construction Inc. is seeking a Senior Custom Home Project Manager & Pre-Construction Estimator to lead high-end residential custom builds and commercial projects from initial design-build budgeting through final owner handover.

In this dual-focus leadership role, you will bridge pre-construction estimating and field execution across the Yampa Valley. You will manage conceptual cost modeling, subcontractor bid packages, budget development, value engineering, and daily field operations alongside site superintendents. Operating as the primary liaison between homeowners, architects, subcontractors, and civil inspectors, you will ensure projects are delivered within strict quality and financial parameters. If you bring a strong background in custom residential estimating and project management, Fox Construction provides the stability, relocation support, and profit-sharing structure to build a rewarding long-term career.

Key Responsibilities

• Pre-Construction & Cost Estimating: Prepare detailed cost estimates across all design phases (conceptual, design development, construction documents). Perform quantity takeoffs, value engineering reviews, and detailed cost analyses.
• Procurement & Subcontractor Bidding: Manage RFP processes, assemble trade scopes of work, solicit subcontractor bids, negotiate agreements, and issue letters of intent.
• Field Execution & Site Management: Direct project execution from site mobilization through closeout. Partner with jobsite superintendents to manage master schedules, safety protocols, and quality control.
• Stakeholder Leadership: Conduct routine site inspections, lead weekly subcontractor coordination meetings, and facilitate Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) progress sessions.
• Budget & Change Order Control: Track project budgets, review change orders, audit job costing, and maintain subcontractor performance metrics.
• Client Handover & Warranty Care: Oversee final walkthroughs, punch-list completion, operation and maintenance manual assembly, and lead one-year warranty check-ins to ensure long-term client satisfaction.

What You Need to Succeed (Qualifications)

Required

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Dedicated Industry Tenure: 10 or more years of hands-on experience in combined estimating and project management roles within high-end custom residential or commercial construction.
• Technical Building Literacy: Deep operational knowledge of building codes, construction sequencing, structural systems, and trade management.
• Software Competency: Proficiency in digital estimating tools, spreadsheet modeling, digital takeoff tools (Bluebeam/Planswift), and scheduling software.
• Physical Capability & Mobility: Ability to handle outdoor mountain weather conditions, conduct active jobsite walkthroughs, lift up to 50 lbs, and hold a valid Driver License.

Preferred

• Regional Experience: Prior construction management experience in mountain resort or high-altitude environments.
• Language Capabilities: Conversational or fluent Spanish communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation Package: $85,000.00 to $115,000.00 base annual salary aligned with industry tenure, paired with performance bonuses and company profit sharing.
• Relocation Support: Comprehensive relocation assistance packages available for qualified candidates moving to the Steamboat Springs area.
• Fleet & Technology Support: Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement, corporate mobile tech package (smartphone/tablet), tool replacement program, and safety equipment.
• Wealth & Security: 401k retirement savings plan with direct company match and profit-sharing opportunities.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance with Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Income Reliability: Dependable weekly pay cycle with paid holidays, vacation allocations, and sick leave.

About Fox Construction Inc.

For over 45 years, Fox Construction Inc. has been a premier custom builder in the Steamboat Springs community. As a locally owned, second-generation family business, we take pride in crafting custom homes and commercial landmarks that reflect our clients’ visions. Learn more about our Yampa Valley project portfolio at foxconstruction.com.

Selection choices are guided strictly by job-related capabilities, technical pre-construction expertise, and verified project management records.