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Project Manager/Estimator (Construction)

ZipRecruiter, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601

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We’re hiring a

Project Manager & Estimator

to lead commercial construction projects from bid through completion. This is a hands-on, dual-role opportunity for someone who can price jobs accurately and then run them efficiently — with a focus on drywall, metal stud framing, and acoustical systems across interior commercial builds.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating

Analyze project drawings, specs, and scope of work for accurate takeoffs and cost proposals

Prepare and submit competitive bids, change orders, and value engineering alternatives

Coordinate material pricing and subcontractor quotes to build full bid packages

Attend pre-bid meetings, conduct job site assessments when needed

Maintain historical cost data and subcontractor/vendor relationships

Project Management

Oversee awarded projects from kickoff to closeout, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery

Schedule field crews, manage material orders, subcontractors, and job site logistics

Lead weekly progress meetings with clients and internal teams

Track daily field reports, safety compliance, and job cost performance

Serve as the single point of contact for clients, vendors, and team members

Update leadership with forecasts, progress tracking, and billing timelines

What We’re Looking For

3–5+ years of combined experience in estimating and project management

Background in commercial interiors: drywall, framing, ceilings, or similar scopes

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specs, and submittals

Comfortable managing multiple bids and projects at the same time

Proficiency in takeoff software (PlanSwift, Bluebeam, or similar) and Microsoft Office

Excellent time management, communication, and negotiation skills

Self-starter who can work independently and with field teams

Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus but not required

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