Senior Preconstruction Estimator / Project Manager

Jobot; Pleasantville (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% 401k match

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a highly experienced Senior Preconstruction Estimator / Project Manager to lead estimating, preconstruction, and project execution for commercial construction projects in New Jersey. This leadership role oversees bid strategy, cost control, subcontractor relationships, and overall project profitability from concept design through closeout.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of commercial construction estimating and PM experience, deep knowledge of divisions 5, 6, 8, 9, and 10,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial construction estimating and project management experience.
• Proven experience managing multi-million-dollar commercial construction projects and bidding pipelines.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods and materials, particularly Divisions 5, 6, 8, 9, and 10.
• Experience with commercial carpentry, framing, drywall, interior finishes, and related scopes.
• Demonstrated success managing project budgets, P&L performance, and cost controls.
• Strong subcontractor and vendor negotiation skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction and estimating efforts for commercial construction projects.
• Develop detailed quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, budgets, and bid proposals.
• Evaluate plans, specifications, and project requirements to identify risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, developers, and subcontractors throughout the preconstruction process.
• Perform value engineering analyses to improve project efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manage project costs, budgets, schedules, and overall financial performance.
• Oversee change order pricing, negotiations, and execution.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and vendor proposals.
• Support project teams from award through project closeout to ensure successful execution.
• Maintain strong client relationships while driving project profitability and operational excellence.

Skills

Estimating

Project management

Bid strategy

Cost control

Subcontractor negotiation

Client relations

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff (OST)

QuickBid

PlanSwift

The Edge

Togal AI

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 per year

About us

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Preconstruction Estimator / Project Manager to lead estimating, preconstruction, and project execution efforts for commercial construction projects. This key leadership role will oversee projects from conceptual design through closeout while managing bid strategy, cost control, subcontractor relationships, and overall project profitability. The ideal candidate brings a strong combination of hands-on construction knowledge and advanced estimating expertise, with the ability to produce accurate bids, protect project margins, and successfully manage client expectations throughout the project lifecycle.

Why join us

• 15% 401k match

Key Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction and estimating efforts for commercial construction projects.
• Develop detailed quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, budgets, and bid proposals.
• Evaluate plans, specifications, and project requirements to identify risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, developers, and subcontractors throughout the preconstruction process.
• Perform value engineering analyses to improve project efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manage project costs, budgets, schedules, and overall financial performance.
• Oversee change order pricing, negotiations, and execution.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and vendor proposals.
• Support project teams from award through project closeout to ensure successful execution.
• Maintain strong client relationships while driving project profitability and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial construction estimating and project management experience.
• Proven experience managing multi-million-dollar commercial construction projects and bidding pipelines.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods and materials, particularly Divisions 5, 6, 8, 9, and 10.
• Experience with commercial carpentry, framing, drywall, interior finishes, and related scopes.
• Demonstrated success managing project budgets, P&L performance, and cost controls.
• Strong subcontractor and vendor negotiation skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.

Preferred Software Experience

• On-Screen Takeoff (OST)
• QuickBid
• PlanSwift
• The Edge
• Togal AI
• Microsoft Office Suite

What Success Looks Like

• Delivering accurate, competitive estimates that lead to project wins.
• Protecting project margins through proactive cost management.
• Building strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Driving successful project outcomes from preconstruction through closeout.

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