Project Manager/Estimator

McGuire Builders

Project Manager/Estimator

Torrance, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Bonus based on performance

    Company parties

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Profit sharing

    Training & development

    Vision insurance

    Free food & snacks

    About Us McGuire Builders, Inc. is a leading Southern California construction company specializing in hospitality construction, tenant improvements (TI), and restaurant and hotel projects. With decades of experience, we pride ourselves on delivering projects of exceptional quality, on schedule, and with safety as our top priority.

    This role is based out of our Torrance office and requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated experience managing and estimating hotel, restaurant, and tenant improvement construction projects.

    Responsibilities

    Coordinate project efforts between architects, designers, engineers, subcontractors, consultants, and owners

    Lead project estimation, take-offs, and proposal assembly in coordination with internal team members

    Define project scope, deliverables, and budget requirements

    Develop and submit project budgets based on scope of work and resource requirements

    Manage all day-to-day project schedules and ensure contract compliance

    Monitor project costs and schedules to meet budget and timeline requirements

    Administer owner and subcontractor contracts

    Manage change orders, including entitlement review and documentation verification

    Review and approve owner and subcontractor applications for payment

    Obtain required permits, approvals, and regulatory prerequisites

    Negotiate with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors

    Select, manage, and maintain subcontractor and supplier relationships

    Identify and implement value engineering opportunities

    Predict resources required to complete projects successfully

    Monitor and measure project cost and schedule performance (project controls)

    Ensure conformance with contracts, bid specifications, and construction documents

    Issue regular project updates related to cost, schedule, and progress

    Represent the company at required job site meetings

    Develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients, architects, interior designers, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors

    Ensure all projects meet schedule, budget, and contractual obligations

    Qualifications

    Proven expertise in tenant improvement, hotel and restaurant construction/renovations.

    Proven experience in estimating and construction take-offs

    5–7 years of project management experience with a commercial general contracting firm

    Hospitality construction experience required (hotel, restaurant, and tenant improvement projects)

    BA/BS degree preferred

    Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project

    Experience with On-Screen Takeoff, Sage 100 Contractor (formerly Sage Master Builder), and CAD is a plus

    Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

    Strong estimating, buyout, and negotiation skills

    Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

    Strong written and verbal English communication skills

    Demonstrated knowledge of construction, engineering, and architectural principles

    Ability to budget, schedule, negotiate, and control project costs

    High degree of familiarity with contract and subcontract documents, terms, and conditions

    Strong leadership and management skills

    Ability to work effectively under pressure

    Comfortable reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and specifications

    What We Offer

    Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

    Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k).

    Career growth opportunities in a well-established and respected construction firm.

    A collaborative team culture focused on excellence and client satisfaction.