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Toro Construction Corp
Location: Orland Park, IL (Onsite)
Full-Time | General Contracting Division
Competitive Salary: based on experience
About the Role
Toro Construction Corp is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager/Estimator to join our General Contracting Division. This role plays a critical part in both managing construction projects from start to finish and driving the preconstruction/estimating process for public and private sector work. You will be an essential leader in our team, overseeing all phases of project execution while ensuring bids are competitive, accurate, and aligned with our company goals.
As a full-time professional, you’ll be expected to work the hours necessary to ensure your projects succeed. In return, we offer a competitive compensation package, benefits, and a collaborative work environment where leadership, accountability, and growth are highly valued.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management Duties:
- 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.
Estimating / Preconstruction Duties:
- 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.
Qualifications
- 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.
- PMP Certification (preferred).
- Proficiency in: Bluebeam, Primavera, Microsoft Project, Procore, Building Connected.
- Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.
- Detail-oriented, analytical, and resourceful.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Based on experience.
- 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.
Work Environment
- This position regularly requires long hours and occasional weekend work.
- This role is on-site or office-based.
- Travel is primarily local, with occasional out-of-town or overnight travel as needed by project demands.
Ready to Join Us?
If you're a detail-driven, hands-on leader passionate about building great projects and great teams, we want to hear from you.