Project Manager - Finish Carpentry

Tri State General Contractors•Escondido, CA

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About The Position

We are an established and respected General Contracting Company seeking an experienced Estimator/Project Manager with construction experience to fill a key role in the Escondido, CA area. The selected candidate will excel at organization, communication, administrative tasks, and time management. We are looking for someone to be an innovative collaborator with a passion to succeed, who will be adaptable, versatile, willing to learn, and wants to grow with the company! If you have a “Team First” mentality, this is the job for you! See below for a more in-depth listing of responsibilities. POSITION SUMMARY Position Summary The Project Manager is responsible for managing finish carpentry projects from bid coordination through project completion. This role oversees estimating, proposals, job costing, scheduling, and execution for commercial carpentry projects, including big‑box retail remodels, tenant improvements, and repeat-client work. The Project Manager serves as the primary liaison between field crews, company leadership, and general contractors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.

Requirements

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in construction project management, estimating, or related roles
Experience managing finish carpentry, commercial remodel, tenant improvement, or similar construction projects
Working knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, and scopes of work
Experience with estimating, job costing, budgeting, and scheduling
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment
Proficiency with basic computer applications (email, spreadsheets, project documentation)
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites, as needed

Nice To Haves

Experience working with small construction or specialty subcontractor teams
Familiarity with big‑box retail remodels or repetitive commercial work
Background in finish carpentry or hands‑on trade experience

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed estimates, takeoffs, and pricing for commercial, finish carpentry projects
Assemble and submit proposals and bid packages in coordination with leadership
Review plans, specifications, and scopes of work to identify labor, material, and scheduling requirements
Assist with bid follow‑ups and value engineering as needed
Plan, schedule, and manage carpentry projects from award through close‑out
Coordinate labor, materials, and subcontracted work to meet project timelines
Monitor job costs, track budgets, and manage change orders
Conduct regular follow‑ups on project status, schedule, and budget performance
Ensure work is completed in accordance with plans, specifications, and quality standards