Custom Residential Project Manager & Pre-Construction Estimator

Custom Residential Project Manager & Pre-Construction Estimator

Company Name: Mountaintop Construction Inc.

Location: Towaco, NJ (Northern NJ Regional Operations across Morris, Essex, & Passaic Counties)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Schedule: Full Time, Monday through Friday (Overtime or occasional weekend coverage dictated by project needs)

Industry: Residential & Commercial Construction, High-End Custom Remodeling, and Pre-Construction Management

Pay Scale: $50,000.00 to $80,000.00+ base annual salary (based on experience) + Performance Bonuses

Incentives: Company Vehicle Provided, Corporate Tech Package (Smartphone/Tablet), Profit-Sharing Opportunities, Weekly Pay Cycle, Comprehensive Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Retirement Plan

The Opportunity

Mountaintop Construction Inc. is seeking a driven Custom Residential Project Manager & Pre-Construction Estimator to direct residential and commercial construction projects across Northern New Jersey.

In this pivotal project leadership position, you will manage custom residential builds, structural additions, and commercial fit-outs from initial client consultation and estimating through subcontractor scheduling, site inspections, and final handover. Utilizing Buildertrend software, you will track project budgets, execute material procurement, and manage owner-architect-contractor communications. Whether you are an experienced residential PM or an ambitious Assistant Project Manager (APM) ready for full project ownership, Mountaintop Construction Inc. provides top-tier earnings, profit-sharing upside, a company vehicle, and a supportive, family-oriented culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Full Lifecycle Project Management: Oversee residential and commercial construction projects from initial scope definition and budgeting through final owner walkthrough and closeout.
• Client & Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for homeowners, architects, design consultants, and municipal inspectors—delivering clear, proactive project updates.
• Cost Estimating & Budget Control: Prepare detailed material takeoffs, labor cost estimates, and subcontractor quotes; monitor job costing and manage change order approvals.
• Subcontractor & Schedule Optimization: Build and enforce master construction timelines using Buildertrend software—coordinating trade subcontractors (mechanicals, framing, finish) and material deliveries.
• Jobsite Auditing & Quality Control: Conduct routine field site visits to inspect build quality, verify plan compliance, and enforce safety standards alongside field lead carpenters.
• Client Account & Business Growth: Maintain strong client relationships throughout the build lifecycle and support local business development opportunities across Northern NJ.

What You Need to Succeed (Qualifications)

Required

• Industry Tenure: Minimum 5 years of experience in construction project management, assistant project management, or residential construction estimating.
• Residential Custom Build Experience: Proven track record overseeing high-end residential remodeling, custom additions, or structural renovation builds from start to finish.
• Construction Management Software: Hands-on experience using Buildertrend (or similar platforms like Procore, BuilderTrend, CoConstruct) for scheduling, job logs, and client communications.
• Financial & Estimate Literacy: Ability to read, interpret, and build directly from architectural drawings, engineering specs, and detailed cost estimates.
• Mobility Credentials: Valid driver license with a clean driving record to operate company-provided fleet vehicles across regional project sites.
• Educational Foundation: High School Diploma or GED equivalent (Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Business is a plus).

Preferred

• Language Capabilities: Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Local Market Network: Established connections with regional trade subcontractors and municipal building departments across Morris, Essex, and Passaic Counties.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary Package: $50,000.00 to $80,000.00+ annual base salary customized to project management experience, paid on a dependable weekly pay cycle.
• Performance & Profit Upside: Direct eligibility for project completion bonuses and company profit-sharing opportunities.
• Fleet & Technology Support: Company vehicle provided for work-related travel, corporate tech package (smartphone/tablet), and company uniforms.
• Health & Retirement: Comprehensive medical insurance coverage options and corporate retirement savings plan.
• Work-Life Balance: Earned Paid Time Off (PTO) covering paid company holidays, vacation days, and personal sick leave.
• Professional Investment: Direct mentorship, paid training tracks, and participation in community charity alignment programs.

About Mountaintop Construction Inc.

Mountaintop Construction Inc. is a family-owned general contractor specializing in high-quality residential and commercial construction across Northern New Jersey. We operate like a tight-knit family—fostering professional growth, providing hands-on mentorship, and rewarding project efficiency with shared profit bonuses. Learn more about our firm at www.mountaintopconstruction.net.

Selection choices are guided strictly by job-related capabilities, project management skills, and verified construction performance records.