Assistant Project Manager/ Estimator

Job Description

Position Overview

Triple Star Construction Inc. is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager / Estimator to support both pre-construction estimating and project management operations. The ideal candidate must have a strong understanding of commercial construction, the ability to independently interpret construction drawings and specifications, and the technical knowledge to develop accurate scopes of work, identify discrepancies, and recognize potential construction conflicts before they become project issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Construction Document Review: Thoroughly review and interpret architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) drawings, specifications, addenda, and other construction documents.
• Estimating & Scope Development: Develop detailed scopes of work, evaluate trade requirements, prepare cost estimates, and identify labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Plan Review & Coordination: Identify discrepancies, omissions, conflicting information, and scope gaps between drawings and specifications. Recognize potential constructability issues and identify situations requiring Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Subcontractor Coordination: Solicit and review subcontractor proposals, compare pricing, verify scope coverage, identify exclusions, and resolve discrepancies.
• Project Management Support: Assist with project coordination from pre-construction through completion, including tracking RFIs, submittals, change orders, schedules, and project documentation.
• Cost & Schedule Monitoring: Assist in monitoring project budgets, material procurement, subcontractor progress, and project deadlines.
• Documentation: Maintain organized project files, estimates, bid documentation, drawing revisions, and other project records .
• Communication: Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal project teams to resolve questions and keep projects moving forward.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of commercial construction experience in estimating, project management, or a combination of both, with a General Contractor
• Advanced ability to read, interpret, and understand all construction drawings and specifications (Architectural, Structural, Civil, and MEP).
• Demonstrated ability to develop comprehensive scopes of work and identify discrepancies, omissions, and conflicts within construction documents.
• Understanding of construction methods, materials, building systems, and trade coordination.
• Experience preparing estimates, reviewing subcontractor proposals, and evaluating construction costs.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu
• Experience with Procore and Microsoft 365.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.