Pre-Construction Project Manager and Estimator

Commercial preconstruction manager and estimator

About The Job:

JG Development, inc. is seeking an experienced, driven, and dependable Commercial preconstruction manager and estimator to join our team. The Commercial Pre-construction Manager/Estimator plays a critical role in the planning, estimating, and management of commercial construction projects, ensuring the efficient transition from initial concept to project execution. This individual will oversee the estimating process, provide key input during preconstruction, and manage relationships with clients, subcontractors, and the internal project team. The role combines project management with estimating expertise to ensure that each project is delivered on time, within budget, and in alignment with client specifications.

Who We Are:

JG Development builds and remodels homes, businesses, churches, nonprofits and more through its five divisions: Brio Design Homes, Vive Home Transformations, National Construction and NCI-Roberts Construction, and Supreme Structures. As a quality focused design-build contractor, we offer a casual work environment and competitive pay and benefits.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Collaborate with business development, sales, and project management team to set up the project scope and requirements.
• Lead project intake meetings and attend the design meetings with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Develop preliminary budgets, schedules, and project plans using estimating software, historical data, and industry standards.
• Prepare cost estimates to ensure all necessary costs are covered for materials, labor and subcontractor work.
• Manage the bidding process for projects.
• Review drawings for compliance with scope, specifications, and regulations.
• Solicit bids from subcontractors and evaluate for completeness and make appropriate recommendations.
• Review all estimates.
• Coordination of scope documents and development of clear bid packages for distribution.
• Lead the transition of projection from preconstruction to project management.
• Keep team organized by ensuring project contracts are signed and stored.
• Identify potential risks and take proactive steps to mitigate.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and QUALIFCATIONS NEEDED:

• Experience in commercial construction, with focused knowledge of estimating
• Experience in reading blueprints, specification sheets, manuals and schematics
• Effective time management and logical decision-making ability
• Proficient in software programs, Microsoft Office- word, excel, outlook, etc.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, project life cycles, and industry standards.
• Ability to develop and manage detailed project budgets and schedules
• Ability to be professional and place integrity and honesty as a priority when demonstrating the companies abilities
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to plan and coordinately work independently balancing multiple work demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills; ability to adjust communication style appropriately to meet the needs of the customer
• Ability to reflect our company’s values in your work and interactions with others, including, but not limited to: Above and beyond; over-deliver, customer first; listen; profit; flexibility; recognition, opportunity, dedication, communication, loyalty, respect and reputation
• Ability to prioritize and adapt to ever-changing priorities and activities with tact
• Ability to negotiate effectively along with excellent communication skills
• Strong ability to analyze financial data and make financial reports to forecast with the ability to make recommendations for improvements in operations and overhead
• Efficient time management and logical decision making ability
• Valid driver’s license with proof of insurance is required; with the ability to travel within Wisconsin and other states as necessary
• Successful completion of background check

What We Offer

• We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a benefits package that includes: health, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance, flex spending plan, paid time off, holiday pay, 401(k) and employee stock ownership program (ESOP). We have a professional work environment where team members enjoy working with one another and our clients.

How to Apply:

• If you are passionate about finance, enjoy construction, organized, and enjoy working with people, APPLY TODAY to join our team! Please submit a resume and cover letter for consideration.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $90,000