Pre-Construction Manager, Estimator

Overview

Pre-Construction Manager, Estimator

Custom + Passive House Builder

San Jose, CA

• $120–$125+ / year (DOE) | Full-Time (4-day work week)

• Client + Project Leadership
  • Serve as the primary client liaison during preconstruction — managing expectations, building trust, and guiding them through decisions
  • Lead project kickoff meetings, site visits, and OAC meetings; prepare agendas and follow-ups
  • Communicate clearly with clients through weekly updates, budget tracking, and milestone planning
• Preconstruction Planning + Estimating
  • Collaborate with estimators and project managers to create accurate cost models, budgets, and value-engineering options
  • Prepare and issue RFPs/RFQs to subcontractors; review and compare bids
  • Work with the design and engineering teams to align drawings, specifications, and constructability
  • Manage project documentation using Smartsheet and Bluebeam for scope tracking, budget, and schedule updates
• Process + Coordination
  • Set up and manage Smartsheet dashboards for project tracking and data management
  • Prepare and issue PCS and Prime Construction Contracts
  • Coordinate with bookkeeping for accurate billing and budget reporting
  • Support continuous improvement of systems, tools, and preconstruction workflows

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field, or 5+ years of experience in the same
• At least 5+ years of experience in preconstruction, estimating, or project engineering (custom home or high-end residential preferred)
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Smartsheet, and Bluebeam
• Strong communication and client relationship skills

Preferred:

• Experience with sustainable building practices (Passive House, Net-Zero, LEED, or similar)
• Knowledge of Bay Area residential construction markets and subcontractor networks
• Familiarity with Job Tread, Builder Trend, or similar project management platforms

Build a Better Life by Building a Better Way

We don’t just build homes — we build a better world. As the Bay Area’s leader in sustainable, net-zero, and Passive House construction, we’re redefining what exceptional homebuilding looks like through design innovation, building science, and environmental responsibility.

As a Certified B Corp, we are deeply committed to social equity, sustainability, and long-term positive impact — for our clients, our team, and our planet. With over $50M in backlog and projects booked through 2027, we offer stability, growth, and the chance to make a real difference.

• Competitive Salary: $+ DOE
• 4-Day Work Week (4/10 schedule):
  Fridays off (as workload allows)
• Time Off: 2 weeks PTO (increases with tenure), 5 days sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
• Benefits:
  Health, Dental, Vision (50% family premium coverage), Life Insurance, 401(k) with company safe harbor contribution up to 3% of annual salary, revenue sharing bonus plan, FSA
• Culture:
  Open-door management, long-term growth, and a collaborative environment where your voice matters
• Impact:
  Work with purpose — building high-performance, environmentally responsible homes that inspire and endure

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including minorities and persons with disabilities.