Project Manager/Estimator - Residential Construction

The Huron Group • Deerfield, IL • 2h ago

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Residential Construction -Project Manager / Estimator

Company: The Huron Group / Huron Homes\ Location: Deerfield, IL\ Position Type: Full-Time

Company Overview

The Huron Group is a residential development and construction company specializing in single-family homes, townhomes, and condominium communities throughout Northern Illinois and Southeast Wisconsin.

We operate as an integrated developer and builder, managing projects from land acquisition through construction and delivery, with a strong focus on efficiency, cost control, and execution.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Project Manager / Estimator to support the bidding, purchasing, and cost management of residential construction projects.

This role is ideal for someone with 25 years of residential construction experience who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and technology-driven. The position will work closely with ownership and field superintendents to help manage subcontractors, budgets, and purchasing across multiple projects.

Candidates should be comfortable reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications to understand scope and coordinate bidding. Full quantity takeoffs are not required, but the ability to understand plans and identify scope gaps is essential.

This is a growth-oriented role with the opportunity to expand into a senior project management position over time.

Key Responsibilities

Bidding & Scope Management

Review and interpret construction drawings and plans to

understand project scope

Solicit and organize subcontractor bids across all trades

Assist in comparing bids and identifying scope gaps or overlaps

Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure complete and accurate

pricing

Support value engineering and cost efficiency initiatives

Purchasing & Subcontractor Coordination

Assist in selecting and hiring subcontractors and suppliers

Prepare and issue purchase orders

Maintain consistent scopes and pricing across projects

Communicate with vendors to ensure alignment on scope and

expectations

Budget & Cost Tracking

Assist in building and maintaining project budgets

Track job costs and update budget information as projects progress

Support management of change orders and cost adjustments

Review invoices and help ensure cost accuracy and control

Project Coordination

Work closely with project managers and superintendents to align

budget, schedule, and field execution

Assist in coordinating project timelines and sequencing

Ensure all project documentation is organized and current

Technology & Systems (Critical Focus)

Maintain accurate project data in **Buildertrend or similar

software**

Ensure budgets, purchase orders, schedules, and documentation are

kept up to date

Utilize Excel and other tools for tracking, reporting, and

organization

Help improve internal systems and workflows for greater efficiency

Qualifications

25 years experience in **residential construction, project

coordination, estimating, or purchasing*

Ability to *read and interpret construction plans and

specifications**

General understanding of residential construction methods and

sequencing

Strong organizational and multitasking skills

Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously

Strong computer skills, including Excel and construction software

such as Buildertrend or similar

Key Traits (Critical for Success)

Highly tech-savvy and systems-oriented

Detail-oriented with strong follow-through

Strong communication skills with subcontractors and internal teams

Ability to identify gaps, inconsistencies, and missing scope

Proactive and solution-oriented mindset

Desire to grow into a larger role within the company

Compensation & Schedule

Salary: \$75,000 \$85,000, based on experience

Remote Flexible

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