Self-Perform Estimator/Project Manager

S+B James Construction • Sacramento, CA

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About The Position

S+B James Construction is seeking an experienced and motivated Self-Perform Estimator / Project Manager to support the continued growth of its Rough Carpentry Self-Perform Division. The role estimates, plans, and manages self-performed rough carpentry work from preconstruction through project completion. The successful candidate understands rough carpentry construction methods, labor productivity, and field operations, and can develop competitive estimates, manage project costs, and coordinate with field teams to support successful project execution.

S+B James Construction is a full-service design-build contractor founded in 1956. It delivers projects from concept through completion across healthcare, education, life sciences, commercial, retail, industrial, and public works in California and Oregon. Its mission is to be the most trusted building partner in the communities it serves, guided by its values of supporting one another and local communities, transparency, and making things right.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in commercial construction estimating, project management, or self-perform operations.
• Strong knowledge of rough carpentry materials, installation methods, and labor productivity.
• Experience preparing detailed estimates, quantity takeoffs, and labor budgets.
• Understanding of project cost management, scheduling, procurement, and change orders.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with On-Screen Takeoff and Microsoft Excel.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Procore, BuildingConnected, and Bluebeam.
• Previous rough carpentry field experience or self-perform management experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates, quantity takeoffs, and proposals for self-performed rough carpentry work.
• Develop labor, material, and equipment budgets based on production rates, crew requirements, and construction methods.
• Review drawings and specifications to identify scope requirements, constructability concerns, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Solicit and negotiate material and vendor pricing.
• Manage projects from preconstruction through completion, including budgets, procurement, schedules, and change orders.
• Monitor project costs, labor productivity, and financial performance, including cost forecasting.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Foremen to plan manpower, materials, and field activities.
• Identify and address productivity, scheduling, and cost challenges throughout construction.
• Maintain historical cost and labor production data to improve future estimating accuracy and project performance.
• Support company safety, quality, and project execution standards.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health insurance.
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, sick days, and wellness days.
• Paid holidays.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Company-sponsored community events.
• Recruiting referral bonuses.
• Company credit card.
• Phone allowance.
• Annual holiday party with hotel accommodation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed