Toro Construction Corp. · 1 month ago
Project Manager / Estimator – General Contracting Division
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expToro Construction Corp is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager/Estimator to join their General Contracting Division. This role is critical in managing construction projects and driving the preconstruction/estimating process for public and private sector work.
Civil EngineeringConstructionProject Management
Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of construction projects through full lifecycle – scope, schedule, cost, quality, and team
Collaborate with Superintendents to develop and maintain the Master Schedule; review and update weekly
Serve as the primary client contact; establish and maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors
Monitor and control project budgets; proactively manage costs to avoid overruns
Prepare and execute subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders
Lead project meetings, site visits, and ensure compliance with Toro’s Safety Plan
Mentor and train junior staff including Project Engineers and Assistant PMs
Support and protect Toro Construction’s core values of Integrity, Humility, Trust, Respect, Passion, and Courage
Lead estimating for new opportunities, from bid identification to submission
Coordinate and lead weekly estimating meetings
Perform detailed takeoffs and develop estimates for executive review
Analyze risk, market competitiveness, and subcontractor pricing to develop winning proposals
Oversee and mentor estimating team members
Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits
Estimate self-performed scopes such as carpentry and drywall when applicable
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or related field
5–8 years of experience in construction project management and estimating
Strong leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to motivate and guide teams
Proven ability to complete projects on time, on budget, and within scope
Familiarity with public work/government contract projects
Proficiency in: Bluebeam, Primavera, Microsoft Project, Procore, Building Connected
Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
Detail-oriented, analytical, and resourceful
Preferred
PMP Certification
Benefits
Sales Bonus : Performance-based bonus opportunities tied to salary and project success.
Vehicle/Fuel Allowance : Monthly reimbursement via approved expense reports.
Paid Time Off : 80 hours PTO annually (vacation and sick time accrual begins after first year).
Paid National Holidays
Health Coverage : Employer-sponsored hospitalization plan; dependent coverage available at employee’s cost. Toro covers 50% of employee premium.
Technology Package : Company laptop, case, and wireless card provided.
Company
Toro Construction Corp.
Toro Construction is one of the fastest-growing Hispanic construction companies.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase